Welcome to TOPX Leadership Summit for Life Sciences & Health
Join us for the next edition of the TOPX Summit, the premier leadership event that brings together current and future leaders in life sciences and health. Over two dynamic days, we’ll focus on what it truly means to lead together — with purpose, diversity, and impact.
Whether you're a researcher, executive, entrepreneur, policy shaper, or industry professional, this summit is for those who want to sharpen their leadership skills, build stronger teams, and drive innovation that truly benefits society.
What to Expect
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Inspiring Keynotes from top industry and academic leaders
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Interactive Panels on career transitions, inclusive innovation, and allyship
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Deep-Dive Workshops on topics like managing up, personal branding, and high-performing teams
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1-on-1 Speed Coaching & Networking with seasoned mentors and peers
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Real Talk on leading diverse teams, navigating career growth, and driving change together
Two Days. Two Perspectives. One Shared Mission.
Day 1 – 13 November 2025 at Corpuss Congress Centre in Leiden | Co-Creation & Awareness
A powerful program for all genders to explore leadership, allyship, and team culture in a changing industry. Discover how inclusive leadership fuels innovation and how we can all contribute to building better workplaces.
Day 2 – 14 November 2025 at Kadans Accelerator in Utrecht | Growth & Empowerment
Designed with a focus on personal and professional development for women, Day 2 offers targeted workshops, leadership coaching, and the tools to own your career journey — whether you're aiming higher, switching paths, or building new skills.
Who can you expect to meet?
• Carmen van Vilsteren (Chair, Health~Holland)
• Marjoleine van der Zwan (Managing Director, TNO)
• Eline van Beest (CEO & Operational Partner, Hybridize Therapeutics & Thuja Capital)
• Patricia Dankers (Professor of Biomedical Materials, TU/e)
• Jane Sum (Leadership & Executive Coach)Le
• Vera Gelissen (NOBCO Senior Coach)
• Gerdi Hulsink (Business Strategist & Sparringpartner, Gerdi Hulsink Health & Business Strategy)
• Kristian Bolk (Director of People & Organization, Leyden Labs)
• Sangbreeta Moitra (TEDX-awarded Keynote Speaker & Executive Leadership Coach)
• Karen Rensma (Advisor and Coach, Hardhout en Porselein)
Why Attend?
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Expand your leadership toolkit — no matter your career stage
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Learn how to lead diverse, innovation-ready teams
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Build your network with high-caliber peers and mentors
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Be part of a movement redefining leadership in life sciences
For Everyone Ready to Lead Differently
Whether you're driven to challenge the status quo, looking to become a better ally, or aiming to level up your own leadership journey — TOPX Summit 2025 is your place to connect, grow, and lead together.