She’s an Established Entrepreneur
An entrepreneur, scientist and engineer, she enjoys working at the interface of business, technology and biology to deliver improved therapies to patients.
She’s a Passionate Philanthropist
Ms. Hayles is the founder and CEO of Black Moms Connection, a global online village and incorporated non-profit providing culturally relevant tools and resources to empower and educate Black mothers.
She’s a Corporate Leader
Julia Taylor’s career spans many years at non-profits, where she has been a role-model, a change-agent and a trailblazer.
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Bold(h)er: How a Pandemic Changes Employee Engagement (And What Stays the Same)
Employers and employees alike have a unique opportunity in the COVID era: to take stock of what they’re doing and decide if it’s right for them. This episode of a special Bold(h)er series on women leading innovation in the face of the coronavirus features recruitment...
Bold(h)er: Best Practices for Resilience and Well-Being
As the COVID-19 pandemic and its related professional, social, and economic effects continue, it’s of paramount importance to check in, and give yourself the tools to emotionally weather the storm. Lisa does just that with BMO’s Chief Inclusion Officer Paulette Jagers...
Bold(h)er: Leading with Humanity
When COVID-19 measures hit in the middle of March 2020, businesses had to make decisions in days, or even hours, that they would normally make in months or years. Continuing in a special Bold(h)er series on women innovating in the wake of the pandemic, Lisa is joined...
Bold(h)er: The Continued Resilience of Canadian Small Business
How is the Canadian government supporting its small businesses in the wake of changes mandated by COVID-19? Continuing on in a special Bold(h)er series on women and innovation in the face of the pandemic, our host Lisa brings pressing questions from fellow small...
Bold(h)er: Human Resources during Uncertain Times
The rapid spread and severity of COVID-19 has meant sweeping changes in all aspects of human life; not least our lives at work. In the first of a special Bold(h)er series on women who are leading innovation in the face of the pandemic, HR lawyer and consultant Laura...
How a Strategic Giving Plan Can Help
Erin is finally making enough money to cover her living expenses and save for the future. She wants to start making charitable gifts; but, is overwhelmed by the choices. “All the organizations that contact me look worthy of my donation. But I can’t afford to give to...
How to Overcome Gender Stereotypes about Women Business Owners
Maria opened her fitness studio in 2012, and soon discovered that being a woman in business came with a unique set of challenges. She recalled the first time her skills and vision were underestimated, and she was the victim of gender bias. Maria shared, “The banker...
Bold(h)er: Rejection to Reinvention
Women often feel compelled to avoid making waves in their line of work. Not so for Amanda Brugel, award-winning actor. She pushed against stereotypical roles for women of colour and forged a successful career as a character actor, starring in The Handmaid’s Tale and...