MSD Dundalk take part in Women in STEM Summit
Summit brought together leaders from industry, education, government and research
MSD’s Dundalk team took part in the 2026 Women in STEM Summit to mark International Women’s Day, highlighting how regional sites are helping drive diversity, innovation and opportunity across Ireland’s STEM landscape.
According to MSD: "The annual summit brought together leaders from industry, education, government and research to explore how diversity fuels digital transformation and strengthens Ireland’s STEM landscape. Discussions centred on how closing the gender gap in science and technology can unlock new ideas, drive innovation and support long term economic growth across the regions."
As part of MSD’s sponsorship of this year’s summit, the company invited Lisa McEvoy, Associate Vice President of Digital Manufacturing at MSD, formerly Ireland‑based and now working in the US, to take part in the discussion. Originally from Co Roscommon, Lisa’s work focuses on developing and scaling digital technologies across MSD’s global manufacturing network, giving her a unique perspective on how innovation and inclusion go hand in hand.
On the day, Lisa joined colleagues from MSD’s eight Irish locations across Ballydine, Co Tipperary, Brinny, Co Cork, Dunboyne, Co Meath, Dundalk, Co Louth, Carlow and Dublin to discuss how inclusive workplace cultures can empower women at every stage of their careers from early development and technical training to senior leadership and strategic influence.
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Lisa McEvoy, Associate Vice President of Digital Manufacturing, added: “Digital transformation depends on diverse perspectives, open collaboration and teams who feel empowered to shape the future. When women have access to the right opportunities, skills and sponsorship, the impact on innovation is immediate and far-reaching.
"What stood out today was the shared commitment across industry and education to turn conversation into real action. Being back in Ireland and reconnecting with our incredibly talented teams has been very energising, and a strong reminder of why our innovative and people-focussed approach matters.”