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WIB-Chicago

Founded in 2010

The WIB-Chicago community is committed to creating opportunities and careers for women in the life science industry and to encouraging women in our state to translate novel discoveries into products. As the first chapter established in the Midwest, we are especially thrilled to expand the WIB organization and bring its resources to our region. We offer programs in the greater Chicagoland area, including virtual events and support for women living and working nearby. We support women and non-binary individuals at all stages of their careers, and we welcome allyship and participation from men. Our leadership opportunities are second to none. Programming topics cover a vast range of subjects across industry, academia, startups, law, venture capital, pharma, biotech, science communication, professional growth, networking, and others. The 3.8 Initiative, named for the March 8 International Women's Day, seeks to increase startup board leadership for women in Chicago's life science and health tech innovation ecosystem.


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Upcoming Events

WIB-Chicago

Wed 15 Apr 26 | MAPS-Chicago: 2026 Mentoring Circles Program Registration

Registration

Sat 18 Apr 26, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM CDT | YWIB-Chicago: Future Innovators – A STEM Career Adventure

Portal Innovations, 400 N Aberdeen St, 9th Floor, Chicago, IL 60642

Sun 19 Apr 26, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM CDT | WIB-Chicago: Monthly Book Club - April 2026

Online (Zoom)

Wed 06 May 26, 4:30 PM - 7:00 PM CDT | WIB-Chicago: How to Become a Likeable Badass – A Fireside Chat With Alison Fragale

1375 Fulton Labs, 1375 W Fulton Market, Floor 14, Chicago, IL 60607

Sun 17 May 26, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM CDT | WIB-Chicago: Monthly Book Club - May 2026

Online (Zoom)

WIB-National

Fri 08 May 26, 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM EDT | WIB-National: Power Connect – Exclusive Members-Only Speed Networking

Online (Zoom)

Fri 29 May 26, 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM EDT | WIB Unlocked! A Guide for New and Future Members

Online (Zoom)

Chapter Initiatives

Chapter Chairs

Jessica Benitez-Burke
Chapter Co-Chair

Tanvi Potluri
Chapter Co-Chair

Thank You to Our Chapter Sponsors

Partner Chapter Sponsors

Ally Chapter Sponsors

OUR MISSION

Women In Bio is an organization of professionals committed to promoting careers, leadership, and entrepreneurship of all women in the life sciences.

WIB membership and events are inclusive of all who support our mission.

CONTACT US

info@womeninbio.org
(877) 717-5273

womeninbio.org

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