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AGF Appoints Laura Dottori-Attanasio, an Accomplished Leader in the Business Community, to Board of Directors

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Thursday, March 7, 2024

Ms. Dottori-Attanasio is a highly accomplished leader in the business community, currently serving as the President and CEO of Element Fleet Management (Element), the largest publicly traded pure-play automotive fleet manager in the world.

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  • Ms. Dottori-Attanasio is a highly accomplished leader in the business community, currently serving as the President and CEO of Element Fleet Management (Element), the largest publicly traded pure-play automotive fleet manager in the world.
  • Before joining Element, Ms. Dottori-Attanasio led the Personal and Business Banking division at one of Canada's largest financial institutions.
  • Dottori-Attanasio further diversifies the collective experience and expertise of our Board as we continue to grow our business,” added Mr. Goldring.
  • "I look forward to working with my fellow directors and to contributing to the company's continued success and growth."

Skip Introduces Inaugural Food Industry Award Celebrating Trailblazing Women in the Canadian Food Industry

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Monday, February 5, 2024

In its inaugural year, the SkipTheDishes Food Industry Award will recognize standout women from a diverse range of career paths, including chefs, restaurateurs and entrepreneurs.

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  • In its inaugural year, the SkipTheDishes Food Industry Award will recognize standout women from a diverse range of career paths, including chefs, restaurateurs and entrepreneurs.
  • Through the initiative, Skip aims to celebrate Canadian women in leadership roles in the food industry and inspire others to pursue similar career paths.
  • Changemaker: How is the Nominee acting as a role model for women in leadership roles in the food industry and beyond?
  • "We are thrilled to open up Canada's Most Powerful Women: Top 100™ Awards to an entirely new category of women in leadership, and see incredible women of the food industry receive the recognition they truly deserve through the SkipTheDishes Food Industry Award."

RBC's Kim Mason announced as one of WXN's Top 100 Most Powerful Women

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Tuesday, October 31, 2023

Each year, WXN undergoes a rigorous nomination process with the goal of highlighting and championing the contributions of women across the Canadian business landscape.

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  • Each year, WXN undergoes a rigorous nomination process with the goal of highlighting and championing the contributions of women across the Canadian business landscape.
  • Mason's leadership has played a pivotal role in setting the strategic vision, priorities, and workplace culture for Private Banking employees across Canada.
  • "I'm proud to see Kim recognized as one of Canada's Most Powerful Women," said Dave McKay, president and CEO, RBC.
  • More information on WXN's 2020 Canada's Most Powerful Women: Top 100 Award winners can be found at https://wxnetwork.com/page/2023Top100AwardWinners .

Vertu Capital Founder Lisa Melchior Named one of Canada's Top 100 Most Powerful Women

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Tuesday, October 31, 2023

TORONTO, Oct. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - Vertu Capital is pleased to announce that its Founder and Managing Partner, Lisa Melchior, has been named one of Canada's Most Powerful Women: Top 100 for 2023 by the Women's Executive Network (WXN).

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  • TORONTO, Oct. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - Vertu Capital is pleased to announce that its Founder and Managing Partner, Lisa Melchior, has been named one of Canada's Most Powerful Women: Top 100 for 2023 by the Women's Executive Network (WXN).
  • "I am incredibly honoured to be recognized together with such an inspiring group of women leaders.
  • There is definitely no shortage of smart, bold and determined woman who are willing to be the change they want to see," said Melchior.
  • "In founding Vertu, it was important for me to show the next generation of women that we could do things differently, and be successful."

Scotiabank's Anna Hannem Named One of Canada's Most Powerful Women by WXN (Women's Executive Network)

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Monday, October 30, 2023

TORONTO, Oct. 30, 2023 /CNW/ - Scotiabank is pleased to announce Anna Hannem, Vice President, Data and AI Risk, has been named a 2023 Canada's Most Powerful Women: Top 100 Award Winner by WXN (Women's Executive Network).

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  • TORONTO, Oct. 30, 2023 /CNW/ - Scotiabank is pleased to announce Anna Hannem, Vice President, Data and AI Risk, has been named a 2023 Canada's Most Powerful Women: Top 100 Award Winner by WXN (Women's Executive Network).
  • "On behalf of Scotiabank, I want to congratulate Anna on this well-deserved recognition."
  • Earlier today, WXN released a list of the Top 100 Award winners, honouring the accomplishments of women across Canada and celebrating their achievements in diversity, leadership, and supporting their community.
  • To mark the 2023 Canada's Most Powerful Women: Top 100 Awards, WXN is hosting a gala on November 30, 2023 at the Fairmont Royal York Toronto.

Two BMO Leaders Named WXN Canada's Most Powerful Women: Top 100 Award Winners

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Monday, October 30, 2023

TORONTO, Oct. 30, 2023 /CNW/ - Two BMO leaders have been named among the recipients of the WXN (Women's Executive Network) Canada's Most Powerful Women: Top 100 Awards – Catherine Roche, Chief Marketing Officer, and Jamie Doolittle, Head, Business Banking, Central Region.

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  • TORONTO, Oct. 30, 2023 /CNW/ - Two BMO leaders have been named among the recipients of the WXN (Women's Executive Network) Canada's Most Powerful Women: Top 100 Awards – Catherine Roche, Chief Marketing Officer, and Jamie Doolittle, Head, Business Banking, Central Region.
  • She was recognized among Canada's 100 Most Powerful Women in 2018 and named CMO of the Year by Strategy Online magazine in 2021.
  • In 2020, to support women entrepreneurs during the pandemic, BMO for Women launched the BMO Celebrating Women Grant Program.
  • In 2022, BMO supported over 130,000 women entrepreneurs across Canada and re-committed $5 billion in capital over five years to Canadian women-owned businesses.

Canada Life Chief Actuary and President, Quebec Affairs, Monique Maynard, named one of Canada's Most Powerful Women

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Monday, October 30, 2023

WINNIPEG, MB, Oct. 30, 2023 /CNW/ - Today, The Canada Life Assurance Company (Canada Life) announced that Monique Maynard, Executive Vice-President, Chief Actuary Canada and President, Quebec Affairs, has been named one of Canada's Top 100 Most Powerful Women by the Women's Executive Network (WXN) .

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  • WINNIPEG, MB, Oct. 30, 2023 /CNW/ - Today, The Canada Life Assurance Company (Canada Life) announced that Monique Maynard, Executive Vice-President, Chief Actuary Canada and President, Quebec Affairs, has been named one of Canada's Top 100 Most Powerful Women by the Women's Executive Network (WXN) .
  • "Monique is an exceptional leader who has been instrumental to our company's success and is a continued force for good in her community," said Jeff Macoun, President and Chief Operating Officer, Canada Life.
  • "This recognition spotlights the deep impact Monique makes every day – for our people, our customers and our communities.
  • Throughout her over 35-year career with Canada Life, Monique has been driven by excellence, delivering on promises to be a strong leader and contributor.

Hon. Lisa Raitt recognized as one of WXN's Top 100 Most Powerful Women

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Monday, October 30, 2023

"This award celebrates Lisa as a purpose-driven leader who has helped make a distinct difference across our country," said Victor Dodig, President and CEO, CIBC.

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  • "This award celebrates Lisa as a purpose-driven leader who has helped make a distinct difference across our country," said Victor Dodig, President and CEO, CIBC.
  • She joins previous CIBC winners and WXN Hall of Fame inductees, Christina Kramer, Kikelomo Lawal, Sandy Sharman, and Veni Iozzo.
  • The Women's Executive Network's Canada's Most Powerful Women: Top 100 awardsTM celebrates the professional achievements of female leaders across Canada in the private, public, and not-for-profit sectors.
  • They are presented to outstanding women in thirteen different categories with the winners selected by WXN's Diversity Council of Canada.

CPA Canada welcomes new board chair and vice-chair

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Friday, September 29, 2023

TORONTO, Sept. 29, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Chartered Professional Accountants of Canada (CPA Canada) today announced the appointment of a new chair and vice-chair for its board of directors.

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  • TORONTO, Sept. 29, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Chartered Professional Accountants of Canada (CPA Canada) today announced the appointment of a new chair and vice-chair for its board of directors.
  • Wilson earned her accounting designation in 1993 and joined the CPA Canada Board of Directors in September 2021.
  • “I am confident that Beth, along with the board of directors will continue to find innovative ways to create a sustainable long-term future for CPA Canada and the profession.”
    As chair, Wilson will draw on her extensive leadership experience.
  • “I am honoured to serve on CPA Canada’s board as vice-chair and to continue working with Beth, my board colleagues, CPA employees and our partners.” said Jones.

Hyundai Canada's Don Romano honoured with WXN 2023 Canadian Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (CEDI) Award

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Monday, June 5, 2023

Hyundai Canada's president and CEO, Don Romano, wins Ally of Excellence Award

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  • Hyundai Canada's president and CEO, Don Romano, wins Ally of Excellence Award
    MARKHAM, ON, June 5, 2023 /CNW/ - Hyundai Auto Canada Corp. is honoured to have its president and CEO, Don Romano, recognized by the Women's Executive Network (WXN) through their 2023 Canadian Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (CEDI) Awards.
  • The event took place at the Canadian Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Summit and Awards on June 1st, at the Westin Harbour Castle in Toronto.
  • Romano has been a catalyst for change within the automotive industry though championing causes that support underrepresented and equity-deserving groups.
  • Don Romano was among the 15 leaders honoured by WXN for their work and championship of equity, diversity and inclusion within their organizations, communities and workplaces.