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WIB-Chicago: The Brilliance of Diversity – Illuminated Power of DEI for Startups and Entrepreneurs
Embark on a journey with WIB as we celebrate the profound contributions of African-American pioneers in the life sciences and biotech arena. This event is a unique convergence of celebration and empowerment, offering entrepreneurs and startups tangible insights on strategic planning, target population engagement, and capital-raising strategies dedicated to advancing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI). Join us for an enriching experience where we honor the past and shape the future of a more inclusive and vibrant biotech landscape.
Program
5:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Networking and Welcome
6:00 p.m. – 6:45 p.m. Panel discussion
6:45 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Q&A
7:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Networking
Speaker Bios
Azurii Collier, PhD
Azurii is an experienced business strategist leading large-scale transformations within the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries. She's skilled in pharmaceutical R&D strategy, early-stage biotechnology commercialization (market, regulatory, and competitive analysis), and cognitive neuroscience research (neuroimaging, clinical psychiatry). Azurii is passionate about driving neuroscience discoveries and building knowledge-based biotechnology ecosystems.
Melissa Hamilton, CPA, MBA
Melissa is an experienced healthcare strategist and intrapreneur with cross-ecosystem expertise in payer, provider, and pharmaceutical markets. Melissa is adept at applying a finance and operations lens to identify high-value growth opportunities for early-stage healthcare businesses. She's passionate about developing and discovering innovative solutions that produce better health outcomes for underserved communities.
Julie Jervis, BS
Cheryl Rucker-Whitaker, MD, MPH
Dr. Cheryl Whitaker is an expert in applying innovative value-based care solutions for underserved communities and economic inclusion for such businesses. She is currently President of the Illinois Region for CONQCARE. She was formerly a Managing Director at Health2047, Inc. and, before that, an Entrepreneur in Residence at Health2047, Inc. She was the Founder and CEO of Complete Care Management Partners LLC, a delegate care management entity providing care management for the most difficult-to-reach members. She is a senior medical advisor to MyBexa, an innovative breast screening technology, independent board director for Equality Health, and a member of the Hyde Park Angels.
Pricing Information
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Registration Deadline
February 27, 2024
Walk-Ins Accepted?
No, be sure to register early!
Maximum Capacity
100
Parking Information
Street parking is available.
Public Transit Information
CTA accessible
Sponsors
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WIB-Chicago
Chicago@WomenInBio.org
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