INTERACTIVE WORKSHOP: Building Strategic Influence as Women in Life Sciences Legal Leadership

13 Oct 2026
Market Access, Deals & Competition

This session will bring together senior in-house counsel for a candid discussion on career progression, leadership development and building influence within life science organisations. Participants will exchange practical perspectives on navigating leadership transitions, building internal visibility and positioning themselves for senior roles across the legal function. The session will be structured to encourage peer-to-peer discussion, allowing attendees to share experiences and practical strategies across IP, regulatory, competition and corporate legal disciplines.

Speakers
Fleur Herrenschmidt
Fleur Herrenschmidt, Chief Legal Officer - Norgine
Laila Beynon
Laila Beynon, Director, Dispute Resolution - Regeneron
Lena Moran-Adams
Lena Moran-Adams, Group General Counsel - Gubra
Veronika Hughes-Bednar
Veronika Hughes-Bednar, VP, Global Head of Legal Transactions - Astellas Pharma