Higher, faster, women

In the Area for Makers, female career success is being reimagined. With the "Female Makers" initiative, we aim to empower women on their path to leadership positions. Through a unique, self-organized mentoring program and exclusive networking events, a strong network for female innovators is being built.

Shaping careers. Creating the future.

Highly qualified, ambitious – yet still underrepresented in leadership positions. Women have the potential to shape companies and teams in a lasting way. However, structural barriers, part-time work, or returning to the workforce after a family break often slow down the next career step. This is exactly where the "Female Makers" initiative comes in. Through its mentoring program and a strong network of female innovators, the initiative supports women on their career path.

About the "Female Makers Initiative."

The "Female Makers" are an integral part of Schaffhausen’s strategic positioning as an attractive business and residential location. The initiative helps harness the potential of highly skilled professionals more effectively and strengthens the region’s economic development. Through networking, collaboration, and the energy of aspiring female innovators, the initiative radiates far beyond the region.

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Female Makers Event: Discussing Success, Resilience, and Networks

By Gina Ochsner • November 15, 2024
What does “success” mean for women? A four-woman panel tackled this subject in front of a large audience at the Female Makers Event.

Female Makers networking-lunch

By Gina Ochsner • June 3, 2024
Over 40 women discussed the promotion of diversity in business at the networking lunch hosted by TE Connectivity and the Economic Promotion Canton of Schaffhausen.

Makers Award for Christos Asimakopoulus

By Gina Ochsner • March 14, 2024
For over ten years, Christos Asimakopoulus has been engaged as an ambassador for Schaffhausen as a business location. He explains and promotes the advantages of Schaffhausen and also contributes new ideas. He received the "Area for Makers Ambassador" Award 2024 at the Business Leader Event in recognition of his current and future commitment to Schaffhausen’s economy.

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