
Category: Events
Attendee Spotlight: Monique Ashpole
Name: Monique Ashpole, CHRP Position: Talent Acquisition Specialist Company: GWL Realty Advisors Industry: Real Estate Tell us a bit about what you do, and what do you enjoy most about it? I am a Talent Acquisition Specialist for a leading Canadian real estate investment advisory organization. I source, recruit, qualify and hire candidates for available […]
Read MoreWant to Join a Board? What Aspiring Directors Need to Know
“Corporate decision-making benefits from a diversity of opinions and viewpoints, and this initiative encourages companies to consider talented and capable resources that are currently under-utilized. More women, from all backgrounds, should have an opportunity to bring their skills, talents, and perspectives to boards and senior management,” states Howard Wetston, Chair and CEO of the Ontario […]
Read MoreAttendee Spotlight: Jana Spes
Name: Jana Spes Position: VP Technical Operations, Global R&D Company: Apotex Inc. Industry: Pharmaceuticals Tell us a bit about what you do, and what do you enjoy most about it? I work for the largest Canadian-owned pharmaceutical company with operations across the globe. In my role I am responsible for the development and execution of […]
Read MoreThe Power of Leveraging Your Network
Three things I learned from Donna Messer I had the pleasure of attending Effective Networking – It’s all in the Power of Leverage! hosted by Lean In Canada. The keynote speaker was Donna Messer who shared insights about her extensive network and experience. Donna is a speaker and trainer for ConnectUs Communications. Her background ranges […]
Read MoreAttendee Spotlight: Maria Pimentel
Name: Maria Pimentel Position: Legal Assistant Company: Fairfax Financial Holdings Limited Industry: Legal Tell us a bit about what you do, and what do you enjoy most about it? I am currently working as a legal assistant in downtown Toronto. I am also an avid volunteer, both at Amnesty International Toronto and as a Crisis […]
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