Held on 7 March at the Medicine Manufacturing Innovation Centre, Centre for Process Innovation, the event featured a panel of industry experts who shared their insights on innovation, diversity, and the future of the built environment.

The discussion also included an important session from Beatson charity on Cervical Cancer Awareness, reinforcing the event’s commitment to promoting health and wellbeing alongside professional growth.

The panel was expertly moderated by Louise Clark, business development manager at Tilbury Douglas, who highlighted the importance of encouraging collaboration across major projects. She was joined by an esteemed panel of speakers:

• Claire MacLeod, Grand Challenge lead at CPI, leading pharmaceutical manufacturing innovation
• Karen Pickering, estate development manager at The University of Edinburgh, overseeing major campus developments
• Tracey-Leigh Findlay, development & commercial director at Hub West Scotland, delivering public-sector infrastructure
• Laura James, director, Infrastructure at BakerHicks, shaping major projects in defence, aviation, and life sciences.

The event provided a platform for meaningful discussions on the impact of diversity on innovation and the role of inclusive leadership in shaping the future of construction and science.

Speaking about the event, Louise Clark said: “Open discussions are a powerful driver of real change in our industry. Our panellists shared invaluable insights, showcasing the progress being made while highlighting exciting opportunities ahead. Through collaboration and shared knowledge, we can keep advancing, driving new ideas, and inspiring the next generation of leaders.”

Barry OHagan, regional director – Scotland at Tilbury Douglas, added: “This event was a fantastic opportunity to bring together industry leaders to share insights, challenge perspectives, and celebrate the role of women in driving innovation. The engagement from the audience and the quality of discussion truly highlighted the value of diversity in shaping the future of our sectors. At Tilbury Douglas, we remain committed to creating an inclusive environment where collaboration thrives.”

With a strong turnout and engaging discussions, Diversity in Action: Women Driving Innovation in Science & Construction marked another successful step in Tilbury Douglas’ ongoing efforts to champion inclusion and innovation across the built environment.