Mentoring and Impact on Diversity in the Workplace

Hosted by the Executive Director of Life Science Cares Bay Area Aisha Baro, the latest episode of Moving Forward, Giving Back, is a panel discussion that explains how mentorship makes a workplace more reflective of the diverse patient population that the life sciences industry serves, while also fostering an inclusive workforce. Baro is joined by Jennifer Condon, Vice President, Head of Talent Acquisition Global Research & Development from Takeda, and Trisha Millican the CFO of Architect Therapeutics, and Dee Olomajeye, Vice President of People and Culture Strategy at Senti Bio. 

 

The power of proactive mentoring programs within the life sciences industry is an essential employee and company growth strategy spearheaded by company leadership, these programs have the potential to drive positive change by developing real, genuine connections at every level of an organization or business. The dynamic roundtable conversation details how mentoring is a crucial asset that enables a workforce to better cope with career challenges, while delivering results for their organizations including the attraction and retention of diverse, high potential talent.

 

Data Points of Interest

• Per a recent Cornell University study, mentoring programs enhanced promotion and retention rates for minorities and women by 15% to 38% compared to non-mentored employees.

• Forbes recently reported that 87% of mentors and mentees feel empowered by the relationship and reported greater confidence and career satisfaction.

• A national survey recently revealed that 67% of businesses reported an increase in productivity due to mentoring.

Learn more about how Life Science Cares’ programming, activities, and membership are encouraging these connections at lifesciencecares.org.