
We were thrilled to host the first event in our new Celebrating Women series at our London office at 8 Bishopsgate, an evening designed to bring together women working across life sciences to connect, share and celebrate.
The event welcomed a small but vibrant group of professionals, creating an intimate and intentional space for thoughtful conversation. Guests were treated to a curated selection of wines from small, family-run Italian wineries, each bottle introduced with engaging stories and expert presentation. For those seeking non-alcoholic options, we offered a tasting experience of artisanal grape juices, a serious alternative that proved just as popular.
The Italian nibbles paired beautifully with the drinks, and the stunning sunset views over London provided the perfect backdrop for relaxed networking. Conversations flowed easily, touching on everything from biotech and interior design to mushroom crisps and cruise recommendations. A true celebration of the richness and diversity of women’s experiences.
We’re incredibly grateful to everyone who joined us, this is just the beginning. We’re excited to grow the Celebrating Women series and continue creating spaces where women in our community can connect, inspire and thrive.
Upcoming EventsFrom expert panels and seminars to curated networking and social gatherings, our events bring people together to forge connections, facilitate collaborate and drive innovation. See our full list of upcoming events here. |
Fran is a Partner and Patent Attorney at Mewburn Ellis. She works in all patent cycle stages within the life sciences sector – from invention capture, drafting and patent strategy to prosecution and global portfolio management. Fran is a member of our plant variety rights team, having completed the official WIPO course on plant variety protection under the UPOV convention. As such, she has extensive experience dealing with plant-related inventions, including obtaining plant variety rights and entry onto the national list and common catalogue.
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