As an active member of Vertex’s IWILL (Inspiring Women in Leadership and Learning) Employee Resource Network (ERN), Adela strives for more excellent representation of functional and racial diversity, contributing to advancing underrepresented voices. She currently serves on the ERN’s Women in Science Committee and previously served on its Steering Committee. Recognizing the importance of showcasing women leaders, among others, Adela contributes to organizing panel discussions highlighting the achievements of women professionals from various functions and backgrounds within the company, and seminars with external speakers to promote skill development. More recently Adela initiated and is the co-lead of a Women in Chemistry group, providing a platform for women to address challenges faced while working in chemistry and engaging with leadership on pertinent issues. Her dedication extends to the Graduate Women in Science Association, where Adela evaluates fellowship proposals and manages evaluations to support early-career women scientists.
