Gabriele Y. Matthias

iWiS strives to encourage and empower women to take a leading role in science to drive innovation. We believe that in order to enhance future scientific focus and significant breakthroughs we need to foster a shift in the culture of science, as diversity and inclusion becomes more important than ever in the search for groundbreaking innovation. The iWiS network wants to inspire women and men to collaborate and develop solutions that advance women in STEM to bring innovation and systemic change. By organizing forums, we want to portray women who are an integral part of the innovative force across the scientific spectrum. Diversity in the workforce contributes to creativity, productivity, and innovation as organizations function more effectively with diversity of thought. Everyone’s experiences should inform and guide the direction of science and technical progression.

iWiS strives to encourage and empower women to take a leading role in science to drive innovation. We believe that in order to enhance future scientific focus and significant breakthroughs we need to foster a shift in the culture of science, as diversity and inclusion becomes more important than ever in the search for groundbreaking innovation. The iWiS network wants to inspire women and men to collaborate and develop solutions that advance women in STEM to bring innovation and systemic change. By organizing forums, we want to portray women who are an integral part of the innovative force across the scientific spectrum. Diversity in the workforce contributes to creativity, productivity, and innovation as organizations function more effectively with diversity of thought. Everyone’s experiences should inform and guide the direction of science and technical progression.

The Healthcare Businesswomen’s Association (HBA) is a global professional association committed to furthering the advancement and impact of women in the business of healthcare. Mission The Healthcare Businesswomen’s Association is a global nonprofit organization comprised of individuals and organizations from across the healthcare industry committed to: achieving gender parity in leadership positions facilitating career and business connections providing effective practices that enable organizations to realize the full potential of their female talent HBA accomplishes its mission through strong business networks, education, research, advocacy, and recognition for individuals and companies. Core values: Relevance: Demonstrated by visionary leadership, forward-looking strategy and the perseverance to drive change; evidenced in achievement of measurable progress on gender-parity and member engagement. Integrity: Demonstrated by honesty, transparency and accountability; evidenced in an earned reputation for professionalism, trustworthiness, and value. Community: Demonstrated by mutual trust and respect, appreciation of the value of diverse perspectives and the power of inclusion; evidenced in a culture that values relationships and the power of a broad, collaborative business network. Engagement: Demonstrated by personal involvement, supportive behavior, dedicated volunteers, and a collective commitment to actively helping other women succeed; evidenced in mutual support, active advocacy of a common cause, and personal initiative.