Record-Breaking SOLD OUT
Awards with TWO $10,000 Grant Awards
and Scholarships
TORONTO, July 31,
2024 /CNW/ - The Women Empowerment Awards presented
by Rogers Communications and in association with Mantella
Corporation, created to recognize and celebrate the diverse
achievements of trailblazing women across Canada, has sold out in a
record-breaking two months before the Awards, signalling
overwhelming support and enthusiasm for this year's event.
Set to take place on September
13th at the prestigious Park Hyatt Toronto, this event
promises to be an unforgettable evening of recognition,
empowerment, and inspiration.
"I am thrilled to see the unwavering support and anticipation
for this year's event. Our mission has always been to rise by
lifting others, and these awards are a testament to the incredible
achievements of women who continue to break barriers and inspire
future generations. This highly anticipated event is not just a
celebration but a powerful reminder of the impact we can make when
we support and uplift each other," says Klaudia Zinaty, President and Founder, Women
Empowerment Awards.
Event Highlights:
The Women Empowerment Awards celebrates and honours the
extraordinary achievements of women who have made significant
contributions in their respective fields while working towards
reducing the gap of gender inequality.
The awards include the Rogers Communications Entrepreneur of the
Year Award valued at $10,000 for a
recipient exemplifying the ideals of entrepreneurship by running a
successful start-up or being the driving force of a successful
business. The Mantella Corporation Entrepreneur BIPOC Award, valued
at $10,000, will recognize the
excellence and entrepreneurship of a woman in our diverse
communities.
The event is designed to empower women as key change makers in
our community, support female entrepreneurs with their businesses,
to help them advance in their careers and provide a platform for
women to inspire and uplift each other.
INTERVIEW AND ON-CAMERA OPPORTUNITIES:
- Women Empowerment Awards President and Founder, Klaudia Zinaty about the development of the
awards and her mission to help empower women entrepreneurs.
- Suzanne Rogers,
philanthropist, dedicated supporter of young people and a devoted
leader of causes that strengthen and shape Canadian civic and
cultural life. The Rogers Communications Entrepreneur of the Year
Award is a $10,000 grant to a
recipient exemplifying the ideals of entrepreneurship by running a
successful start-up or being the driving force of a successful
business.
- Sylvia Mantella,
Vice-President Marketing Sponsorship and Philanthropy Mantella
Corporation, respected Canadian philanthropist and presenter of The
Mantella Corporation BIPOC Entrepreneur Award, a $10,000 grant to recognize excellence in BIPOC
business leaders who have overcome challenges, breaking through
roadblocks to gain credibility and establish themselves in their
industry.
- Supermodel Coco Rocha: An international supermodel,
ambassador for Audi Canada, and
advocate for women's rights, as a special guest. Her presence
underscores the event's mission to highlight and support women's
empowerment across all sectors.
- Miss Universe Canada 2024 Ashley Callingbull: The
first Canadian and first First Nations woman to be crowned Mrs.
Universe Canada and a prominent voice for Indigenous issues. Deeply
rooted in her culture and through her visibility, Ashley had been
an advocate in breaking down stereotypes of Indigenous
peoples.
- Keshia Chanté is a Canadian Grammy Award winning Singer, two-time Canadian
Screen Award winner for Best TV Host, Actor, and Humanitarian.
Recently Chanté became an International Voter for the
prestigious Golden Globe Awards.
- Voices Rock Medicine Performance: The evening will
feature a powerful performance by Voices Rock Medicine, a choir
composed of talented female physicians. Their harmonious blend of
music and medicine exemplifies the spirit of community and
empowerment that the awards aim to celebrate.
- TV Personalities, Celebrities and Influencers including:
Breakfast Television Meredith Shaw and Tammie Sutherland will be hosting, Cheryl Hickey, Beckerman Sisters, Jeanne Beker, Honourable Minister Charmaine Williams and the Honourable Rechie
Valdez will be attending among others.
The Award winners will be announced September 13 at the event.
SOURCE Women Empowerment Awards