Impact of Donald Trump’s Tariffs on Life Science
09 May, 2025
At Barrington James, we are constantly inspired by the exceptional women who drive success within our organization and across the life-science recruitment landscape.
Over the past two years, our Sales Person of the Year awards have been won by Holly Wallner (2024), Suzie Bangle (2023), and Tia White (2023)—three outstanding professionals who set the benchmark for excellence, leadership, and dedication in our US and EU offices. Their achievements underscore the impact women continue to have in staffing and life sciences.
Women Shaping the Future of Life Sciences
Beyond Barrington James, women are leading and innovating at the highest levels of biotechnology and pharmaceuticals. In honor of International Women’s Day 2025, we celebrate visionary CEOs, founders, and executives who are transforming healthcare and championing greater diversity and inclusion.
Emma Walmsley – CEO, GSK
Emma Walmsley made history in 2017 as the first woman to lead a top-five pharmaceutical company. Under her leadership, GSK has undergone significant restructuring and strategic acquisitions, fostering a culture of innovation and forward-looking growth.
Dr. Reshma Kewalramani – CEO & President, Vertex Pharmaceuticals
In 2020, physician-scientist Dr. Reshma Kewalramani became the first female chief executive of a large US biotech. She has expanded Vertex’s revolutionary cystic-fibrosis therapies and strengthened its R&D pipeline, while advocating for more women and under-represented minorities in STEM.
Belén Garijo – Chair of the Executive Board & CEO, Merck KGaA
Since 2021, Belén Garijo has guided Merck’s 63,000-strong workforce through a business-wide transformation, solidifying the company’s leading position in life sciences. Her inclusive leadership continues to expand Merck’s oncology and immunology footprint.
Anne Wojcicki – Co-Founder & CEO, 23andMe
Anne Wojcicki co-founded 23andMe to make personal genomics accessible. She has successfully steered the company through regulatory challenges, expanding from direct-to-consumer testing into drug discovery and research partnerships—setting new standards for ethics and transparency in biotech.
Our Ongoing Commitment to Diversity, Equality & Inclusion
At Barrington James, we’re committed to cultivating a workplace where women have the support and opportunities to thrive in leadership and beyond. Representation matters—and while progress is evident, true gender parity in life sciences remains a shared goal.
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