Carolyn brings experience in Strategic Development, Marketing, Internal Communications and nation-wide Event Management in financial services. Carolyn joined the company in 2005 as Event Director and after two years of apprenticeship succeeded the founder in early 2007.

Prior to joining Women of Influence Inc., Carolyn produced high profile events for TD Waterhouse Discount Brokerage in addition to supporting the marketing and sales efforts of the firm. Her strong foundation in the corporate world paired with her passion and determination to influence women’s advancement, results in a powerful entrepreneurial force and a perfect pairing with this impactful Canadian firm.

Carolyn holds an Honors BA in English Literature, from the University of Western Ontario and a Certificate of Achievement from Queen’s Finance Program. Outside of the office Carolyn holds volunteer based leadership roles with the AGO Massive Party, Canstage Visionaries Council, UNIFEM, Women Entrepreneurs of Canada and is a member of the International Women’s Forum. She has completed Ironman USA and has competed in the Triathlon World Championships for Team Canada.

Carolyn holds herself to the standards of a woman of influence every day, determined to reach her own potential and believing in the power of leading by example to inspire women around her.

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Sona brings Women of Influence over a decade of international corporate experience primarily in the IT industry focusing on Project management, Event management, and Communications, including a role in the press department of the Czech President's office as well as numerous external and internal communications positions in the private sector.

She holds a bachelor diploma from the J.A. Komensky University of Prague, Czech Republic, majoring in Social and Mass Communication. She currently speaks five languages and continues to pursue this passion.

Sona is a woman of influence due to her business ethics, international experience, belief in every day miracles and for her ability to laugh at herself.

Kim joined the Women of Influence team in January 2009. Prior to that she studied Anthropology and Art History at the University of Toronto. Her studies in Anthropology have taken her across the world to Namibia, where in 2007 she completed an independent research study on the relationship between HIV/AIDS and love amongst the youth in Windhoek.

Kim is a woman of influence because she is passionate about giving back to both the local and global community.

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Stephanie recently graduated from Wilfrid Laurier University with a BA in Honours English and a minor in Religion and Culture. During her University years, Stephanie was Student Union Coordinator for a Charitable event called Fashion ‘N Motion, was House Council Community Advisor for her Residence where she served as Don for two years, and volunteered for Laurier Students for Literacy (LSFL) where she tutored young children. After coordinating for The Easter Seals Foundation in Squamish, BC, Stephanie began an internship for Women of Influence in September of 2009 and joined the WOI team in January 2010.

Stephanie is a woman of influence because with her positive outlook on life, always meeting people and tasks with a smile and a can-do attitude, she is an inspiring role model.

Renee originally joined the team as a part-time public relations intern where she showed her enthusiasm and dedication which lead her to her current marketing coordinator position. Renee has a Masters in Professional Communication from the University of Western Sydney where she also spent time traveling around Australia and previously spent almost a year teaching English in South Korea. She has a passion to travel and loves to dine with great company. Her role at Women of Influence Inc. is responsible for the marketing and communications of all brands and giving her the opportunity to grow professionally.

Renee is a Woman of Influence because of her drive and eagerness to succeed.

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Leigh Anne is a recent graduate from the Queen’s School of Business where she graduated with a Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) as well as a Certificate in Corporate Social Responsibility. She brings leadership and event experience to the team from her past involvement with Queen’s Relay for Life, the Board Leadership Program, and High School Liaison. Leigh Anne has studied internationally at the University of Ljubljana in Slovenia and is passionate about travelling, experiencing new cultures, and photography.

Leigh Anne is a woman of influence because of her generosity, enthusiasm for supporting others, and dedication to her goals.