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Women@Refractories – The networking event on September 17, 2025, at the ICR in Aachen

“Last year was a resounding success – this year we're going one better” says co-founder Kerstin Hauke.

The Women@Refractories network is hosting its second major networking event on September 17, 2025, from 3:20 p.m. to 5:20 p.m. as part of ICR 2025 – featuring a keynote speech, panel discussion, and interactive networking. The initiative has already received over 100 registrations for the event.

“Just because the initiative is called ‘Women@Refractories’ doesn't mean that men aren't welcome – quite the contrary: they are expressly invited. I hope to welcome many of them to our event and engage in dialogue with them” said co-founder Tobias Steffen.

The aim is to empower women in the refractories industry, increase their visibility, and promote the exchange of ideas about leadership paths and careers – a topic that is becoming increasingly important for companies. After all, diversity and networking create innovative strength, retain skilled workers, and promote a modern image of the industry.

With keynote speaker Vera Strauch, a high-caliber panel, and targeted networking formats, the event offers impetus, exchange, and inspiration – also for executives who want to promote female talent in their own companies and make them more visible.

Further information about the event, participation and sponsorship opportunities is now available on the ICR 2025 website.

Contact for inquiries:
Dr. Kerstin Hauke and Tobias Steffen
Women@Refractories | ECREF
Women@Refractories.io