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Beyond Boundaries: Evolving Leadership in Composites — Women (and Men) Shaping the Future

12 Mar 2026
Agora 6

From the shop floor to the boardroom, leaders across the composites industry are redefining what innovation, inclusion, and influence look like. This forward-looking session celebrates the women whose impact is transforming fabrication, design, research, and executive leadership, and for the first time at JEC, welcomes a male perspective to the conversation.

Together, this dynamic panel will explore how diverse voices and experiences strengthen our industry, from mentoring and career advancement to leadership evolution and cultural change. Attendees will gain insights into how collaboration and allyship are accelerating progress, breaking barriers, and inspiring the next generation of composite industry professionals

Moderator
Miss Marcy OFFNER, President, Women in the Composites Industry - Women in the Composites Industry
Speakers
Ms Tahira AHMED, Director - Curve Works & Morphing Technologies
Ms Eimear O'CARROLL, CTO - Lios Group
Ms Andrea SHEN, Chemical Sourcing Manager - Brunswick Corporation
Dr Chris SKINNER, Vice President of Strategic Marketing and R&D - OWENS CORNING
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Session Type

Conference
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