Women's Health Innovation Showcase
As part of London Life Sciences Week, this showcase brings together founders, investors, practitioners, and industry leaders to spotlight breakthrough innovation in women’s health. Hosted by British Land, produced by Claire Cockerton in collaboration with GTA HealthTech, MedCity, TLA Women in Tech, Capital Enterprise and Get Soaked Studio, the event will shine a light on cutting-edge solutions addressing fertility, peri/menopause, endometriosis, cancer care, sexual health, preventive health care and health inequalities.
Expect an atmosphere of positivity, opportunity, and camaraderie - spotlighting inspiring women shaping the future of healthcare.
Agenda
08:30 – 09:30 | Arrival & Networking
Coffee, light breakfast, and early networking at One Triton Square.
09:30 – 09:40 | Welcome Remarks
Claire Cockerton, Innovation District Advisor, British Land
09:40 – 9:55 | Opening Keynote
Pooja Sikka, MD and General Partner at Meridian Health Venture
9:55 – 10:30 | Panel One – Leading with Innovation & Purpose
Women leading the charge in healthcare reform and innovation.
Chair: Jane Wall, UK Bioindustry Association
Panelists: Dr. Sioned Jones (BoobyBiome), Amber Vodegal (28X), Helen O’Neil (Hertility), Nara Daubenay (Phaim Pharma)
10:30 – 11:05 | Panel Two – Data & Insight
Outcome-driven innovation in women’s health: tackling gender data gaps, trust, and regulation.
Chair: Dr. Angela Kukula, CEO MedCity
Panelists: Veronika Bridgman (Unravel), Sonia Patel (CTO, NHS England), Heather Smith (CEO, AXA Health), Elsa Zekeng (Sokar Data), Joanna Lyall (The Better Menopause)
11:05 – 11:30 | BioBreak & Refreshments
11:30 – 12:30 | Founder Demos
Rapid-fire pitches (5 min + 3 min Q&A):
Dr. Sioned Jones, BoobyBiome
Susan Kelly, Aflo Analytics
Clara Toombs, FertiliaAI
Kate Ferguson, Samphire Neuro
Amber Vodegel, 28X
Patricia Cervantes, Mira Health
Nina van Schaick, PeriPear
Naomi McGregor, MoveTru
12:30 – 13:30 | Networking Lunch
Continue conversations and meet fellow innovators.