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International Women's Network Event - Buc, France

International Women's Network Event - Buc, France

Tuesday, April 23, 2024
12:30 PM - 5:00 PM (Romance Daylight Time)

283 Rue de la Minière, 78530 Buc, France

* Registration open until 4/22/24 at 5:00 PM (CEST)

Event Details

Register now for the WiM International Women's Network meeting in Buc, France, generously hosted and sponsored by GE HealthCare! Connect with other female leaders working internationally in the manufacturing industry for a half-day packed with inspiring speakers, an informative facility tour and opportunities to engage and network with your peers.  

Agenda:

Please note that the agenda is tentative. Check back frequently for updates.

12:30 p.m. - REGISTRATION

Light refreshments will be available upon your arrival.

1:00 p.m. - WELCOME ADDRESS AND PRESENTATION

Welcome Address and State of Women in Manufacturing Presentation presented by Allison Grealis, President and Founder of the Women in Manufacturing Association. During this presentation, Grealis will deliver a welcome address, setting the tone for the day's activities followed by an overview of the State of Women in Manufacturing. 

Speaker:

Allison Grealis, President & Founder, Women in Manufacturing Association

1:30 p.m. - PANEL DISCUSSION

Hear from manufacturing leaders about their career journeys and how their organizations are supporting, promoting and inspiring women to excel in the industry in this empowering panel discussion. 

Moderator:

Baninder Kaur, Key Account Manager, Xometry UK

Panel Leaders:

Sophie LEMORT, Executive Supply Chain Leader, GE HealthCare

Fatima BAKHTI, Program Director, Nokia

Sophie Gervais, Supply Chain Strategy Manager, GE HealthCare

2:30 p.m. - FACILITY TOUR

Attendees will gain the opportunity to tour the state-of-the-art GE HealthCare facility in Buc, France.

4:30 p.m. - CLOSING REMARKS

Allison Grealis will summarize the key takeaways from the day's discussions and emphasize the importance of collaboration and support among women in the manufacturing industry.

Speaker:

Allison Grealis, President & Founder, Women in Manufacturing Association

4:45 p.m. - NETWORKING OPPORTUNITY

Mingle and connect over cocktails and light refreshments with fellow attendees who are interested in developing a supportive community for women working in manufacturing within the Western Europe region.  

   

Supporting Partner

For More Information:

Jennifer Kopf
Jennifer Kopf
Programs and Events Coordinator Women in Manufacturing (216)503-5700x108
Title Sponsor

About:

GE HealthCare is one of the world's leading manufacturers of medical imaging equipment. The Buc, France facility is an important manufacturing center for the region. The site is responsible for 1,800 of the 2,800 employees that GE HealthCare has in the county. This GE HealthCare location also serves as headquarters for Europe, the Middle East and Africa region and a global center of excellence (research, development and manufacturing) for interventional imaging, mammography and advanced visualization software based on artificial intelligence.
 
GE Healthcare has forged strong research partnerships with French SMEs and research centers to develop breakthrough medical technologies and services that are ushering in a new era of patient care.

Speaker Information