Women in Tech Barcelona 2025
Women in STEM Leadership
Hosted by Sanofi
May 22, 2025
12:00:00
In-Person Event
Barcelona, Spain
Join us for an inspiring event focused on the real stories that shape careers in science and technology. Together, we’ll explore the pivotal moments, the doubts, and the decisions made without a map—because building a career isn’t about having all the answers but about learning through experience, growing with others, and finding clarity in the unexpected.
Featuring speakers from across the STEM landscape, the panel will reflect on navigating responsibility, change, and personal growth. We’ll discuss what makes a difference—whether it’s timely support or creating environments where teams can thrive.
If you're thinking about your next step, this might be it. Sanofi has just launched a new Digital & AI Hub in Barcelona, with over 300 roles in data, technology, and science. If you're looking for work that matters, we’d love to meet you.
Key goals of the session:
This session is about offering something simple but powerful: perspective. Through personal stories and honest reflection, we’ll explore how careers take shape - not always in straight lines, but through key decisions, challenges, and the people who help along the way.
We want attendees to leave with something useful and real: a better sense of what supports long-term growth in science and technology, how leadership evolves, and why shared experiences matter.
It’s also a chance to connect with the work we’re doing at Sanofi. With our new Digital & AI Hub now live in Barcelona, we’re building a team focused on rethinking how we use data and technology to improve lives. For anyone exploring what comes next, this is a window into the kind of work - and the kind of culture - we’re building together.
Important: Due to limited venue capacity, only approved attendees will be allowed to join the event. If you do not receive an email from the WomenTech Network with the location and instructions to confirm your attendance, you will not be admitted entry. Make sure to check your inbox for confirmation details.
Hosted By
Agenda
Speakers
Marta Diez
General Manager Sanofi Vaccines Iberia
Marta Diez focuses on driving healthcare forward with innovative strategies and a steadfast commitment to public health. Her tenure at Pfizer as Vice President of Policy & Public Affairs honed her expertise in navigating complex policy landscapes and spearheading initiatives across diverse markets. Previously, as Country President for Brazil, she was privileged to lead a formidable team managing a business exceeding $1 billion and securing pivotal public contracts for COVID-19 vaccines. She also held several leadership positions at industry associations in Spain, Brazil, and Chile. Marta is a strong believer that everyone deserves equal opportunities in every aspect of life and hopes to contribute toward that aim. A Spaniard by origin, she has lived and worked in six countries across three continents — Europe, the Middle East, and Latin America — an experience that has made her embrace diverse environments.
Elisenda Vives
Digital and Cultural Transformation Lead, HP
Elisenda is a digital enthusiast with a 360° skillset and a strong track record of taking on new challenges. A fast learner focused on delivering results, she thrives in complex environments and is passionate about helping organizations navigate transformation. With leadership experience across go-to-market strategy, business management, and operations, she brings a solid background in both B2B and B2C segments.
Mayra Arnau
Head of Post Market Quality Digital Solutions - Executive Director, Roche Diagnostics
Mayra leads a global team of experts responsible for managing complaints related to innovative digital solutions from a quality, safety, and compliance perspective in the diagnostics industry. She is passionate about leveraging data and technology to enhance customer satisfaction, operational efficiency, and regulatory compliance. Known for driving continuous improvement, Mayra thrives in cross-functional and multicultural collaborations and builds strong partnerships with stakeholders to deliver value-added outcomes that align with Roche’s mission of improving lives through science. She is always eager to learn new skills, explore new opportunities, and challenge herself to achieve excellence.
Mariona Sanz
Head of Innovation, BSC (Barcelona Supercomputing Center)
Mariona has been part of advanced, innovation-driven organizations, where she has had the privilege of leading outstanding teams and driving business success. Now, as Head of Innovation and Business Development at the Barcelona Supercomputing Center, she is expanding her impact—not only as an executive, but also as an independent board member. Mariona brings valuable expertise to companies aiming to develop open innovation strategies and seize new business opportunities. This moment marks a transition: it's time to share, to contribute, and to embrace meaningful change.
Montse Daban Marín
Director of Strategic Foresight and International Relations, Biocat
Monse is Director of Science Policy & Internationalization at Biocat, with a background in Biology, a PhD in Molecular Biology, a Master’s in Science Communication, and an Executive Master’s in Diplomacy and Foreign Affairs. She has conducted research in life sciences and science communication in Barcelona, Lille, and Cleveland. Since 2006, she has held leadership roles at Biocat and served as Adviser on R&I policies and International Relations for the Government of Catalonia. She is President of the Council of European BioRegions (CEBR), Board Member at the European Clusters Alliance (ECA), and EIT Health InnoStars Expert and Mentor.
Andrea Macarie
(Moderator) Communication Business Partner at Sanofi Spain
We’ve got three good reasons for you to apply to join this event:
- Meet women in tech leaders and get inspired by their journeys and stories.
- Expand your network and establish relationships with fellow women in technology.
- Connect with leading tech companies, explore global industry trends and identify career growth opportunities.
