Four women sitting at a small round table in a cafe, engaged in conversation. One woman is holding a pen and notebook, another has a tall glass of iced coffee, and there are smartphones and a mug on the table. The background features a brick wall and warm lighting.

When was the last time a critical challenge was resolved in 30 minutes, late on a Tuesday night, by someone who truly understands your world?

TUC is the exclusive private network for senior women in healthcare to secure their next role, build wealth, and access career-defining opportunities, powered by a trusted connector and curator who makes it happen.

By application only · Pharma · Biotech · Medtech · Digital Health · Venture · Policy Makers

  • Warm introductions to hiring managers, board committees, and decision makers you cannot reach alone. Members have landed roles, speaking engagements, and consulting projects through TUC connections.

  • Virtual Power Hours with executives who have navigated exactly what you are navigating. Small rooms. Real conversations. No panels, no pitches, no LinkedIn link drops.

  • Private access to wealth advisory, angel investing education, co-investment access, compensation intelligence and more, built specifically for senior healthcare women who are ready to build wealth alongside their careers.

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At TUC, we operate like a round table — there is no head seat, no hierarchy, and no scorekeeping. Every member arrives as both a giver and a receiver, and the exchange that follows rarely looks like what you expected. A casual introduction becomes a board seat. A candid conversation about burnout leads to a mentor who changes your trajectory. A question posted to the group on a Tuesday evening brings ten industry leaders to your corner by Wednesday morning. This is the UpLyft effect: a community that doesn't just open professional doors, but shows up for the whole of you - in your career, in your life, and in the moments that matter most.

THE PHILOSOPHY

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  • "The community is a fantastic room of very smart women all doing great things to change and grow the ecosystem. Everyone is collaborative, open to sharing, and ready to support each other. It’s an abundance mindset and exactly what we need to grow."

    —Naseem

  • “I have really enjoyed being connected to The Uplyft Collective and seeing the thoughtful, empowering space Pooja has built through it. It’s a rare community that genuinely fosters both personal and professional growth while still feeling warm, inclusive, and grounded in authentic connection. Every interaction feels intentional and uplifting, and it’s clear how much care and vision has gone into shaping the experience.”

    — Prativa

  • "The UpLyft community has been such a gift. Events that I’ve attended for years are now filled with new friends and faces from this community."

    —Rachel

  • "I love how UpLyft brings women from different sectors together to support and grow."

    —Rajinder Rai

  • "I’ve gained an incredible mentor, along with access to a welcoming, impressive group of women that genuinely makes me say 'wow!' I’ve met people I’ve enjoyed spending time with, both personally and professionally. I’ve also learned a great deal from what others share, which has helped me keep abreast of trends and opportunities. For 2026, I’m looking forward to more of the same."

    —Cindy

  • "After 25 years across pharma, biotech and venture, I recently found the next step in my career journey. A role that felt like a natural fit and one I likely would not have had on my radar without the Uplyft Collective. Uplyft is a thoughtful network that supports women in leadership by opening access to opportunities, board roles, speaking engagements and meaningful connections that shape the next phase of our careers. Community matters. As Maya Angelou wrote, “It may be impossible to be successful without helping others become successful.”

    -Sangeetha

  • "Being a minority woman usually surrounded by men or professional environments that don't always feel safe, it has been truly refreshing and inspiring to be in a group of supportive, highly impactful women who care for my professional wellbeing. No matter how involved you are, when you reach out for help, it is warmly and gratefully received. It is rare to find a professional environment that feels like a social safe space; I hope that supportive culture continues through 2026."

    —Anonymous

  • "I’ve met some incredible women which had led to mutually beneficial partnerships."

    — Natalie

  • "A fabulous curated women’s healthcare networking group. My expectation for 2026 is further growth into entrepreneurship."

    —Anonymous

  • "The UpLyft Collective has been a transformative experience! It’s a supportive digital community that champions entrepreneurs, amplifies visibility, and fosters genuine connection. Through shared learning, encouragement, and collaboration, I’ve personally gained more confidence and clarity in my own journey. It’s a space where ambition is celebrated and every voice feels seen and valued."

    — Gurveer

  • "Uplyft has created a rare space where ambitious women can speak candidly about leadership, growth, and navigating complex careers and personal life without the judgement and posturing. The quality of women in the room elevates the conversation. It’s less about surface networking and more about perspective, accountability, and long-term vision to support one another."

    — Sophia

  • "Being surrounded by ambitious, mission-driven founders who are willing to share both their playbooks and their scars is rare. This community reminds me that entrepreneurship isn’t meant to be a solo sport."

    — Shelby

What Happens When You Join

Joining TUC is not like subscribing to a platform. It feels more like being welcomed to a table that has been waiting for you — and at this table, you set your own pace.

When you join, you are invited to introduce yourself to the community in your own words - who you are, where you've been, and where you're headed. What happens next tends to surprise new members: responses come quickly, warmly, and from people whose paths you may never have crossed otherwise. A shared background, an overlapping challenge, an unexpected common thread - connections form not because anyone orchestrated them, but because this community is made up of people who are genuinely paying attention.

There is no obligation, no checklist, and no pressure to show up in any particular way. TUC works around your life, not against it. Whether you lean in deeply or simply listen for a while, you will find that the more authentically you show up, the more this community meets you - often in ways you never saw coming.

Ready to find your seat at the table? Apply to TUC →

 FAQs

  • We curate our community carefully to ensure peer-to-peer relevance and built on the foundation of shared executive experience. We focus strictly on senior decision-makers (VP and C-Level) across the entire Healthcare and Life Sciences ecosystem, including the vital professional trades that power this industry.

  • We know you are busy. That’s why TUC is designed for acceleration, not obligation. You can engage as much or as little as you need. Whether you join one mastermind a month or simply utilize the Knowledge Vault asynchronously, the community is here to serve your schedule, not add to your to-do list.

  • Applications are reviewed periodically by our Admissions Committee, to ensure every candidate receives the attention they deserve. We focus on alignment in values and executive experience rather than speed. We will reach out directly if there is a clear fit for the current cohort.

  • We are a digital-first global ecosystem, allowing you to connect from anywhere via our private hub and virtual masterminds. However, we also host curated in-person dinners and meetups in key hubs (like NYC, Boston, SF) throughout the year to deepen connections.

  • Yes. We operate under "Vegas Rules" (what happens here, stays here) to ensure a psychological safe space. Whether you are discussing a board challenge, a career pivot, or a personal struggle, you can trust that conversations within the Collective remain private.

  • Many networks focus on broad connection. We focus on industry-specific acceleration. Because we are exclusively for leaders in Healthcare and Life Sciences, you don't have to explain the context of your challenges - we already get it. We skip the basics and go straight to high-level strategy and support.