Women in BIO & Health Industry Forum

When:  Feb 27, 2026 from 09:00 AM to 11:30 AM (AEST)
Associated with  National Space

The Queensland Department of State Development – SEQ North, in collaboration with Life Sciences Queensland, Herston Health Precinct, and QIMR Berghofer Medical Research Institute, invites you to attend the Women in BIO & Health Industry Forum.

This inspiring industry and networking event brings together leading businesswomen from Queensland’s biotechnology, biomedical, and health sectors who have successfully built national and global partnerships to grow supply chains, exports, and research collaborations.

Attendees will hear firsthand insights on collaboration strategies, export pathways, and available trade and industry support programs, followed by panel discussion, Q&A, and networking over morning tea.

Featured speakers include:

  • Dr Kym Baker – General Manager, Pharma Services, Thermo Fisher Scientific

  • Dr Chamindika Konara – CEO, Qlicksmart

  • Tamanna Monem – Head of Growth & Partnerships, QIMR Berghofer

Panel discussion and Q&A with all speakers, moderated by Bec Mac, plus support presentations from Austrade, Trade & Investment Queensland, and Life Sciences Queensland.

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from industry leaders and expand your professional network.

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Location

Auditorium, Level 3, QIMR Berghofer
300 Herston Road, Herston
Brisbane, QLD 4006