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Who We Are

We are executives and leaders within a community who are passionate about helping others with healthcare related solutions. We are recognized and credible role models with extensive networks in healthcare and the life sciences; each one capable of the pull through necessary to enact change.

Our Vision

An equitable life science and healthcare ecosystem where executives come from all backgrounds, experiences, and identities.

Our Mission

We look beyond the horizon and below the water line for potential and existing newcomers. We will open corridors of communication, understand existing perceptions and concerns, and seek to engender a positive view of the life-science community and its purpose in our newcomers. We will build a circle of support for these individuals such that they become emboldened contributors within our community and when appropriate we will step aside so that our newcomers can rise-up to become the next generation of leaders.

Our Principles

On behalf of Newcomers we Advocate, Build Support and Open Corridors.

Advocate means WE…

Are willing to expand our networks and create a greater overlap of these networks with traditional talent sources and pools
Are willing to put our reputations on the line to advocate for newcomers; are willing to do bold things
Will pass the mike, step aside and make room for others

Build Support means WE…

Are committed to creating circles of support that attract and retain newcomers to the life-science community.
Challenge assumptions and perceptions that maintain the status quo
Ask questions to shine a light on progress and barriers

Open Corridors means WE…

Will define the purpose and impact of the life science industry and establish corridors to actively promote two-way communication, engender positive perceptions and inspire others to join our cause.
Amplify newcomers’ stories and serve as their allies
Invite those from other disciplines, cultures, and communities who can educate, connect and act with us to create change

Understanding Key Terms

Our Vision, Mission and Principles includes these terms:

“Newcomer” is meant to define any group of people who has been historically under-represented in the life-science community and includes those who have always been there, but who have not felt invited into the community
“Community” was chosen over “industry” because many in academia and government contribute to the field.