EVENTS

How to Build a Strategic Network: Effective Relationship Building to Support Your Career (Panel)
Join Women in Chemicals and CEW for a panel on strategic networking and building authentic, lasting connections. Learn how to intentionally grow a well-rounded network, identify key mentors and sponsors, and overcome challenges like time constraints and self-doubt.
¡Introducción a Mujeres en Químicos!
A nuestro equipo le gustaría invitarlo a un almuerzo virtual y aprender con Women In Chemicals para conocer nuestra programación y cómo puede participar.

Book Club “Gravitas: The 8 Strengths That Redefine Confidence” Virtual Gathering 3
Women in Chemicals book club pick for Q2 2025 will be Gravitas: The 8 Strengths That Redefine Confidence by Lisa Sun. In this thought-provoking and practical guide, Lisa Sun (noted fashion entrepreneur, former McKinsey & Company consultant, and founder of lifestyle brand Gravitas), has cracked the code to help women build their own self-worth on their own terms and shares the eight strengths that every woman can call upon to be confident and successful.

Woman of the Week Live (Mihaela Iordanova)
Join us on Zoom for a live recording of our Woman of the Week interview. Following the 30 - 45 minute interview, we will have Q&A on Zoom.

Unlocking Potential - Growth Mindset (Panel)
Join us for an engaging virtual panel event centered around the concept of a growth mindset. This transformative session is designed to empower you to cultivate a growth mindset and elevate your perspective, drawing on the insights and experiences of leading professionals who have successfully harnessed this powerful approach.

60-Days To Go Session, Mentorship Program Cohort 2025, Mentees
This event is exclusively for the participants of our 2025 Mentorship Cohort.
With just two months remaining, this session encourages reflection on progress and highlights key areas to focus on in the final phase. Participants will have the chance to assess their achievements, celebrate milestones, and make final adjustments to ensure continued growth.

60-Days To Go Session, Mentorship Program Cohort 2025, Mentors
This event is exclusively for the participants of our 2025 Mentorship Cohort.
With just two months remaining, this session encourages reflection on progress and highlights key areas to focus on in the final phase. Participants will have the chance to assess their achievements, celebrate milestones, and make final adjustments to ensure continued growth.

Strength in Saying No: Enhancing Your Career and Well-Being (Webinar)
Join Women in Chemical for an empowering webinar that explores the transformative power of saying "no." Discover how setting boundaries can propel your career forward, enhance your work-life balance, and lead to more fulfilling "yes" moments.

Introduction to Women In Chemicals – Virtual Lunch & Learn
An hour-long presentation led by our Membership team about Women in Chemicals. This is intended to provide the audience with an understanding of what benefits WIC offers and how women can take advantage of our resources.
WIC offers Community Wide Lunch & Learns twice per year, or you can request a private Lunch & Learn for your organization!

Women in Chemicals Conference 2025 (In-Person)
The Women in Chemicals Conference 2025 will take place in Chicago from Sept 3rd-5th and offers an unparalleled opportunity for professional connection, learning, and growth within the chemical industry. This dynamic event is meticulously designed to empower and advance women across all sectors.

Unlocking Digital Transformation: Making Data-Driven Decisions (webinar)
This talk will aim to demystify two of the highest-priority initiatives on everyone’s desk: Digital Transformation and AI. There’s no shortage of discussion surrounding these topics, however, they are often discussed in abstraction or at the highest of levels.

EPCA Cocktail Reception (In Partnership With Brenntag) (In-Person)
Women in Chemicals and Brenntag are pleased to invite you to an exclusive, joint cocktail reception at the start of EPCA 2025 in the iconic location, Berlin Zoo.

Closing Celebration, Mentorship Program Cohort 2025
This event is exclusively for the participants of the 2025 Mentorship Cohort.
The Closing Celebration is a moment to reflect on the incredible journey we’ve shared and celebrate the growth and achievements of both mentors and mentees.

Woman of the Week Live (Karen Winkowski)
Join us on Zoom for a live recording of our Woman of the Week interview. Following the 30 - 45 minute interview, we will have Q&A on Zoom.

Midpoint Open-Hour Session, Mentorship Program Cohort 2025, Mentors
This event is exclusively for the participants of our 2025 Mentorship Cohort.
The Mid-Point Open Hour is a crucial milestone, giving mentors and mentees the chance to reflect on progress and realign for the remainder of the journey.

Midpoint Open-Hour Session, Mentorship Program Cohort 2025, Mentees
This event is exclusively for the participants of our 2025 Mentorship Cohort.
The Mid-Point Open Hour is a crucial milestone, giving mentors and mentees the chance to reflect on progress and realign for the remainder of the journey.

Book Club “Gravitas: The 8 Strengths That Redefine Confidence” Virtual Gathering 2
Women in Chemicals book club pick for Q2 2025 will be Gravitas: The 8 Strengths That Redefine Confidence by Lisa Sun. In this thought-provoking and practical guide, Lisa Sun (noted fashion entrepreneur, former McKinsey & Company consultant, and founder of lifestyle brand Gravitas), has cracked the code to help women build their own self-worth on their own terms and shares the eight strengths that every woman can call upon to be confident and successful.

Leading & Communicating Across Borders (Webinar)
In partnership with Clariant, Women in Chemical proudly offers Leading & Communicating Across Borders webinar. In today's global work environment, leading and communicating across borders present unique challenges, especially for remote and hybrid teams. This interactive workshop will offer practical strategies for managing teams spread across different time zones and cultural backgrounds. Participants will learn best practices for effective communication, fostering team cohesion and navigating cultural differences.

Empowering Women in Asia’s Chemical Industry Panel and Reception (Live at APIC 2025) (In-Person Panel)
Join APIC and Women in Chemicals for an insightful discussion on the unique experiences of women working in the chemical industry across Asia. This session, live from APIC 2025 in Bangkok, Thailand, will explore the specific challenges women in the chemical industry in Asia face in navigating cultural expectations, balancing career progression with family responsibilities, and advancing in a male-dominated industry.

Woman of the Week Live (Rashda Khan)
Join us on Zoom for a live recording of our Woman of the Week interview. Following the 30 - 45 minute interview, we will have Q&A on Zoom.

Book Club “Gravitas: The 8 Strengths That Redefine Confidence” Virtual Gathering 1
Women in Chemicals book club pick for Q2 2025 will be Gravitas: The 8 Strengths That Redefine Confidence by Lisa Sun. In this thought-provoking and practical guide, Lisa Sun (noted fashion entrepreneur, former McKinsey & Company consultant, and founder of lifestyle brand Gravitas), has cracked the code to help women build their own self-worth on their own terms and shares the eight strengths that every woman can call upon to be confident and successful.

Global Virtual Mixer Pairing
Our Global Mixer Pairing is tailor-made for those seeking new perspectives, a global network, or meaningful connections within our community. Experience one-on-one networking via Zoom with diverse women in the chemical industry spanning over 300+ organizations.
Negotiation Skills for Life (webinar)
Join us for an empowering virtual webinar designed to equip women with the tools and techniques needed to excel in negotiations. This session will provide valuable insights and practical strategies to help women navigate and succeed in various negotiation scenarios, from salary discussions to business deals.

Woman of the Week Live (Kaitlyn Ray)
Join us on Zoom for a live recording of our Woman of the Week interview. Following the 30 - 45 minute interview, we will have Q&A on Zoom.

Mentorship Program Cohort 2025: 60-Day Check-In Session (Mentors)
This event is exclusively for the participants of our 2025 Mentorship Cohort.
This session is designed to support mentors and mentees in building a strong foundation for their relationship, setting clear goals, and reinforcing accountability. This session will help identify and address early challenges, while also celebrating initial successes. It’s an opportunity to reflect, gain insights, and ensure both parties are aligned on their journey.

Mentorship Program Cohort 2025: 60-Day Check-In Session (Mentees)
This event is exclusively for the participants of our 2025 Mentorship Cohort.
This session is designed to support mentors and mentees in building a strong foundation for their relationship, setting clear goals, and reinforcing accountability. This session will help identify and address early challenges, while also celebrating initial successes. It’s an opportunity to reflect, gain insights, and ensure both parties are aligned on their journey.

2025 Women in Chemicals AFPM Cocktail Reception in Partnership with Brenntag
Women in Chemicals and Brenntag are pleased to invite you to our very popular exclusive, joint cocktail reception at AFPM at our Women in Chemicals pop-up in San Antonio. Come and enjoy a drink with our global community of women and allies as we pursue parity and opportunity in the chemical industry!

Book Club “Tranquility by Tuesday: 9 Ways to Calm the Chaos and Make Time for What Matters” Virtual Gathering 3
Women in Chemicals book club pick for Q1 2025 will be In Tranquility by Tuesday, Laura Vanderkam explains that if you want something to happen, you need to design your life to make it happen. To make time for what matters, you need a resilient schedule, not a perfect schedule.

Woman of the Week Live (Sneh Pandey)
Join us on Zoom for a live recording of our Woman of the Week interview. Following the 30 - 45 minute interview, we will have Q&A on Zoom.
Women in the Workplace Ft. McKinsey (Panel)
To celebrate International Women's Day, we will delve into the findings of the Women in the Workplace 2024 report by McKinsey & Company, in partnership with LeanIn.Org. This landmark study, now in its tenth year, provides a comprehensive analysis of the progress and challenges faced by women in corporate America.

Introduction to Women In Chemicals – Virtual Lunch & Learn
An hour-long presentation led by our Membership team about Women in Chemicals. This is intended to provide the audience with an understanding of what benefits WIC offers and how women can take advantage of our resources.
WIC offers Community Wide Lunch & Learns twice per year, or you can request a private Lunch & Learn for your organization!

Book Club “Tranquility by Tuesday: 9 Ways to Calm the Chaos and Make Time for What Matters” Virtual Gathering 2
Women in Chemicals book club pick for Q1 2025 will be In Tranquility by Tuesday, Laura Vanderkam explains that if you want something to happen, you need to design your life to make it happen. To make time for what matters, you need a resilient schedule, not a perfect schedule.

Pivotal Moments: Navigating a Sustainable and Fulfilling Career Path (Panel)
Join Women in Chemicals and SOCMA for a compelling panel discussion at the Women in Specialties’ Breakfast during the SOCMA Show. This thought-provoking session will explore transformative career journeys, work-life integration, and the importance of allyship in fostering professional and personal success.

Conversation with Your Co-Founders
Celebrate Women in Chemicals’ four-year anniversary with a fireside chat with your co-founders, Kylie Wittl and Amelia Greene. We will be chatting about what we accomplished over the past year, our current and future programs, and whatever you’re curious about.

Woman of the Week Live (Melissa Rus)
Join us on Zoom for a live recording of our Woman of the Week interview. Following the 30 - 45 minute interview, we will have Q&A on Zoom.

State of the Industry with ICIS (Panel)
Start your new year with a chemicals markets outlook! Join the Women in Chemicals community for a presentation on the current state of the chemical industry from the team at ICIS (Independent Commodity Intelligence Services).

Onboarding Session (Mentorship Program Cohort 2025) - Mentors
This event is exclusively for the participants of our 2025 Mentorship Cohort.
These sessions are designed to provide participants with the tools, guidance, and insights needed to navigate their mentorship journey with confidence. Attendees will gain a solid understanding of how to connect with their partner and begin their first meeting, ensuring a rewarding experience ahead.

Onboarding Session (Mentorship Program Cohort 2025) - Mentees
This event is exclusively for the participants of our 2025 Mentorship Cohort.
These sessions are designed to provide participants with the tools, guidance, and insights needed to navigate their mentorship journey with confidence. Attendees will gain a solid understanding of how to connect with their partner and begin their first meeting, ensuring a rewarding experience ahead.

Book Club “Tranquility by Tuesday: 9 Ways to Calm the Chaos and Make Time for What Matters” Virtual Gathering 1
Women in Chemicals book club pick for Q1 2025 will be In Tranquility by Tuesday, Laura Vanderkam explains that if you want something to happen, you need to design your life to make it happen. To make time for what matters, you need a resilient schedule, not a perfect schedule.

Kick-Off Session (Mentorship Program Cohort 2025)
This event is exclusively for the participants of our 2025 Mentorship Cohort.
The session aims to provide an introduction to the WIC Mentorship Program, offering an overview of the program structure, an opportunity to meet the Mentorship Team, and a chance for participants to connect with one another.

Woman of the Week Live (Kaoni Rhodes)
Join us on Zoom for a live recording of our Woman of the Week interview. Following the 30 - 45 minute interview, we will have Q&A on Zoom.

Book Club “The Heart of Science Engineering Fine Print” Virtual Gathering 3
Women in Chemicals book club pick for Q4 2024 will be “The Heart of Science Series, Engineering Fine Print”, written by Dr. Jayshree Seth. Connect with the insights of an award-winning engineer to navigate a world recovering from the COVID-19 pandemic.

Woman of the Week Live (Danielle Wisecup)
Join us on Zoom for a live recording of our Woman of the Week interview. Following the 30 - 45 minute interview, we will have Q&A on Zoom.