The WBN has been in transition over the past 3-4 years - a transition that is due to the adoption of a growth mindset. The WBN leadership made the decision to push for a strategic focus to making changes. As a strategist, I'm a big fan of looking at practically everything from a strategic perspective. Before [...]
One of the best parts of owning a business is the opportunity to do what you want to do, often borne of a passion for your chosen work. Finding a fulfilling motivation. A purpose for getting up everyday. Living a professional life with intention. Loving what you do. It would be disingenuous to say that [...]
Almost three years ago, I had the pleasure of meeting a young woman (just saying that makes me feel my age so much more than usual!) who is exceptionally bright, talented, and lovely to be around. It didn't take long to see that she would go far in her career. At the time we met, [...]
It’s the time of year when many of us are thinking about making a difference by giving to others. Maybe it’s the thrill of the search for the perfect present. Or maybe you want to give back to a cause you’re passionate about. The WBN and Healthy Women, Healthy Community As a member of the [...]
As a network of businesswomen, I'm proud of the diversity in our membership. We have women just starting out in the business world, women who have retired, and pretty much every situation in between. Just attend a Wine Down with us and the wisdom from different perspectives quickly becomes obvious. This month, we're shining a [...]
September was an exciting and busy month for the WBN! We kicked things off with the launch of our brand new event - The Wine Down. If you didn’t make it out last month, I encourage you to sign up for the October or November Wine Down. The Wine Down format provides the opportunity for [...]
President's Pen - Thank You! September is upon us and for me who has two kids, it is back to school and back to a routine. For the WBN, September is transition time. We will have the usual passing of the torch to the new President and Board at the AGM on September 15. If [...]
President's Pen August 2015 – President’s Message on – Connect and Collaborate I can’t believe it is already August. The summer is quickly speeding by and I trust everyone is enjoying the hot weather that we have been having. I certain have. I complain so bitterly when it is cold outside that I have to [...]
President's Pen President’s Message on – Planning Mindset and Goals It was fantastic seeing so many people at the WBN-BMO Financial Group Charity Golf Tournament at the Canadian Golf & Country Club. It was a beautiful day, the weather gods co-operated and the rain fell only during dinner. Congratulations to the Golf Committee for a [...]
President's Pen President’s Message on – Health and Wellness June is here. The weather has become warm and I can feel it … summer is just around the corner. To celebrate the summer weather, I hope to see you at the WBN-BMO Financial Group Charity Golf Tournament on June 24th. I’m not a golfer but [...]
