The Power of Connections to Help Overcome Challenges

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Strong connections foster resilience and innovation and will help overcome challenges more effectively by leveraging shared knowledge, resources, and support. 

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Join speakers Amanda Bryant-Friedrich, Professor of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Dean of the Graduate School of the College of Pharmacy and Health Science at Wayne State University, and Kimberly Agnew-Heard, Director of Regulatory Affairs at Altria Client Services and ACS Director, District II, as they discuss how to overcome challenges through powerful human connections from both academia and industry prospectives. After the presentation, there will be a quick Q&A with the speakers followed by breakout rooms moderated by facilitators where attendees can discuss the lessons learned from the presentations and share their ideas on the topic.

Register now to gain tools and insights from our speakers’ experiences leveraging connections to overcome challenges in their own careers and exchange your thoughts with the leaders from the ACS Women Chemists Committee's Women Chemists of Color.

What You Will Learn

  • How to identify diverse networks unlock resources, guidance and expertise in both industry and academia 
  • How to apply strategies to build and sustain connections and mentorship 
  • How to communicate the impact of collaborations and experiences  

Event Details

  • Wednesday, November 19, 2025 @ 2-3pm ET
  • Free to attend
  • Slides will be available on day of the webinar

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MEET THE EXPERTS

Amanda Bryant-Friedrich
Professor of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Dean of the Graduate School, College of Pharmacy and Health Science, Wayne State University

Kimberly Agnew-Heard
Director of Regulatory Affairs at Altria Client Services and Director, District II, American Chemical Society

Lorilee Valientes
Lab Manager II, Florida International University

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