Beyond the Backlash: Charting the Next Wave of Inclusion


Friday, March 5, 2027
4:00 PM - 7:30 PM (EST)
NC Biotech Center - 15 TW Alexander Drive, RTP, NC 27709
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Category: NCLifeSci DEI

Let's go beyond the backlash, maintaining inclusivity and innovating despite the current environment.  Join us for an impactful presentation from our keynote speaker and moderator Gracie_Johnson-Lopez and discussion with a dynamic panel as we explore strategies for promoting an environment of Inclusivity and belonging in the workplace.  Our featured panel guests include:

  • Hetal Wasudev- Sr Project Manager Oncology and Rare Disease/Worldwide Clinical Trials
  • Demetris Cheatham- former Head of DEI at Red Hat / current VP and Chief of Staff at GitHub

Afterward enjoy a conversational happy hour with the sultry sounds of NC Central University's award winning jazz ensemble.  This event also includes an opportunity to support a charitable organization called Neighbor up that focuses on empowering our community with basic essentials and skills to be successful.  More details to come!

Thank you to our current event sponsors.

If you are interested in sponsoring, please contact Membership Director Natacha Janvier.

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NCLifeSci members must register online. 


If you are not a member and are interested in learning more, please contact NCLifeSci Membership Director Natacha Janvier.

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Jenae Williams

Jenae Williams

Workforce and Partnerships Director, North Carolina Life Sciences Organization

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