At Qkine, we’re proud to celebrate the incredible women who are part of our team. To mark International Women’s Day, we sat down with some of our colleagues to ask a simple but powerful question: “What does being a woman in my career mean?”
Their reflections highlight the passion, resilience, curiosity and leadership that women bring to science every day. From navigating career paths to inspiring the next generation, these conversations remind us how important it is to continue building environments where women can thrive, contribute and lead.
Introduction - Gaia Sconza
Dr Liz Stewart - Senior Product Manager - LinkedIn
Moving from the lab to marketing and product management, Liz reflects on the diverse range of skills that have supported her career to this point and the influence of being a working mother.
Dr Luana Ferrara - Head of R&D and Collaborations - LinkedIn
As a senior leader at Qkine, Luana reflects on both the challenges of being a female leader, making herself heard and the support she has received.
Gaia Sconza - Events and CRM Coordinator - LinkedIn
Gaia speaks about finding her confidence, speaking up for herself and creating a presence which is heard and respected.
Samantha Turton - Customer Success Manager - LinkedIn
Coming from a non-science background into a career where she is engaging and supporting customers, she has been on a journey to become confident in her role and maintain a good work-life balance.
A huge thank you to the brilliant women at Qkine who shared their thoughts and experiences with us.
Happy International Women’s Day!