EMPOWERING WOMEN FOR INCLUSIVE INDUSTRIES

Women In Industry Network

Empowering Women in the Industry: Cultivating a Supportive Community

Diversity and inclusivity are vital for the industry's growth, acknowledging the crucial importance of promoting gender diversity and inclusivity.

The Women in Industry network, part of The Safety & Security Series (comprising The Security Event, The Fire Safety Event, the Health & Safety Event, National Cyber Security Show, and The Workplace Event), is committed to recognising and actively supporting women across all sectors. Our goal is to nurture an environment that embraces diverse perspectives and expertise.

Discover empowering initiatives aimed at enhancing diversity and the pivotal role of allies in fostering an inclusive atmosphere. Show your commitment to championing diversity and celebrating women, join the network today!

WOMEN IN INDUSTRY SESSION

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  1. Workplace Leaders Summit
    45 mins
    A satirical look at the challenges women face in leadership today. From navigating unconscious bias to breaking through outdated workplace norms, this session shines a spotlight on the everyday obstacles women encounter on the path to the top. Expect honest reflections and bold insights into why gender equality in leadership is stilla work in progress and what can be done to change it.

MEET OUR 2027 AMBASSADORS

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Zeynep Guzelkasap

Zeynep Guzelkasap

Operations Director, Acorn Safety Services Ltd
I have experienced discrimination in the industry for being female so have felt the injustice for just trying to do your best. I have witnessed talented women being overlooked or undervalued despite t …
Sophie O'Shea

Sophie O'Shea

Head of Marketing & Sustainability, DOC Cleaning Limited
Championing women in the facilities management sector is important to me as I believe more young women should see this industry as somewhere they can build ambitious, varied and rewarding careers. Hav …
Sian Howes

Sian Howes

QHSE & Compliance Manager, Olympus Global UK
Copilot said: Championing women in industry is important to me because diverse perspectives drive innovation, improve decision-making, and create stronger, more inclusive workplaces. As someone passio …
Sarah Ockendon

Sarah Ockendon

Procurement Manager, John Lewis Partnership
Championing women in industry drives the diverse perspectives essential for sparking genuine innovation and solving complex business challenges. Elevating female leaders actively closes systemic equit …
Sara Scattergood

Sara Scattergood

Sales and Marketing Manager, NEIDA PRODUCTS ENGINEERING LTD
Working in a male-dominated engineering sector for over 20 years, championing women in industry is important to me because I see the value that all perspectives bring to organisations. I believe in ch …
Rebecca Gardham

Rebecca Gardham

National Account Manager, Polyco Healthline Ltd
I have spent several years working in PPE and safety equipment sales working with operatives in industries such as construction, utilities and manufacturing. Historically, these industries have been m …
Peter Coils

Peter Coils

Head of SHEQ, Ambrey Baker
Championing women in every industry is of paramount importance, particularly in sectors such as health and safety, security and fire safety. Women play an equal role to men in shaping our industries, …
Paola Georgiou

Paola Georgiou

H&S Officer, Love Joes ltd
Championing women in industry is important to me because inclusive workplaces make better decisions and create environments where talent isn't limited by outdated assumptions about who belongs in cert …
Oksana Degtyaryova

Oksana Degtyaryova

Quality & Compliance Manager, Project Four Building Safety Experts Ltd
Championing women in industry is important to me because diverse perspectives strengthen decision-making, innovation and the overall culture of an organisation. In sectors where women have historicall …
Mellissa Houlding

Mellissa Houlding

Sales Manager, Safe Life UK & Ireland
Championing women in industry is important to me because women bring incredible talent, creativity, resilience and entrepreneurial thinking to business. I’m inspired by women who challenge convention, …
Mel Whiteside

Mel Whiteside

Owner / FM Consultant, FMAW Associates Limited
Facilities Management has given me a career I'm genuinely proud of, but it hasn't always made it easy to be a woman in it. That matters to me, because the industry is better when the people running bu …
Kiymet Shevket

Kiymet Shevket

Inclusive Design Development, Foster + Partners
Championing women in industry goes beyond doing the right thing. It is about building a more socially equitable and progressive industry for everyone. When women are encouraged to take up space, use t …
John May

John May

Head of QHSE at Heathrow Airport, Mitie
Championing women in the health and safety industry is important because diverse perspectives lead to better risk identification, decision-making, and problem-solving. Increasing female representation …
Joanne Bassett

Joanne Bassett

CE & Safety Specialist - South, VWR part of Avantor
Championing women in industry is important because diverse voices experiences and perspectives help create stronger, safer and more innovative workplaces. With my back ground in cleanroom and safety, …
Jamie Hatwell

Jamie Hatwell

Senior EHS Advisor, Safran - Electronics & Defence
I'm a firm believer of equal opportunities, and fully support women in engineering in a male dominated field
Holly Gregory

Holly Gregory

SHEQ Assistant, SRC Group
Copilot said: Championing women in industry is important to me because I have seen first-hand the value that diverse perspectives, skills and experiences bring to the workplace. Throughout my career, …
Helen Kenyon

Helen Kenyon

General Manager, Skanska
Championing women in industry is important to me because I’ve seen how much talent can be overlooked when people don’t have the confidence, support or opportunities to progress. Through my work with t …
Fae Gordon Holliday

Fae Gordon Holliday

Founder, Venus Workwear
After working across manufacturing, warehousing and logistics for over 10 years, I got sick of the fact PPE was only ever designed and sold for men. Women were an afterthought leaving us in a position …
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BE PART OF THE WOMEN IN INDUSTRY NETWORK

To find out more about the Women in Industry Network and the host of initiatives we will be undertaking, please fill in the form below.

CHAMPIONING GENDER DIVERSITY AND INCLUSIVITY

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