ELEVATE

MARIOTT INTERNATIONAL

UNIVERSITY OF OTTAWA

WILLIS COLLEGE

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Advancing Women's Leadership and Economic Empowerment

ELEVATE INTERNATIONAL

KIND VILLAGE

I N S I R E , E M P O W E R A N D E L E V A T E  

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Elevate Women Initiative is dedicated to advancing women's leadership and economic empowerment. The initiative has three areas of focus locally and globally: - Leadership - Economic empowerment - Philanthropy The Elevate Women Approach The objective is to advance gender diversity in leadership in order for women to have more decision making opportunities amongst leaders in our society. This initiative is designed to empower the workforce through constructive dialogues on the challenges women in leadership face today; while simultaneously promoting inclusive leadership and the development / implimentation of gender diversity strategies. The initiative gathers knowledge, celebrates and recognizes leaders and corporations advancing gender diversity in our society. Together, we build thriving communities, a much stronger world, socially, economically and politically. Ultimately, creating the change we need to see for women today and for generations to come. What makes Elevate Women unique is the ability to bring together men, women and gender diverse leaders from all sectors to be part of the conversations that are shaping our society while also creating opportunities for women to grow as leaders in a supportive environment. Our goals: 1. Support more women thrive as leaders in our soceity 2. Contribute to the Canada's objectives of advancing gender diversity in senior decision-making positions 3. Support corporations improve and advance gender diversity in leadership 4. Enhance the lives of women and girls facing inequality globally.

ELEVATE WOMEN INITIATIVE

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The 2019 International Women's Day Leadership Forum's objective is to advance women’s leadership and economic power. The Forum focuses on: • Education • Empowerment • Excellence This initiative is align with Canada’s commitment to encourage an increase number of women in senior decision-making positions in Canada and gender equity in Canadian companies. The leadership forum is a jam packed 2-day event that is designed to empower the workforce through education and the advancement of inclusive, responsible and effective leadership. There will be thought provoking speakers to spark constructive dialogue amongst private, public and not-for profit sectors. Unorthodox and stimulating, in addition to elevating your leadership development, this leadership forum will invite each participant to do a bit of work through targeted workshops that are focused on empowerment and self-leadership to advance gender diversity in our leadership capacity. This year, Elevate Women’s theme is “Making Progress”, focusing on education, responsible and inclusive leadership; we are challenging ourselves to have constructive dialogues as Canadians on where we are today, and then taking realistic steps on how we are going to move forward by making a greater commitment to towards advancing gender diversity in senior decision-making positions and gender equity in Canadian companies. The leadership forum includes thought leaders, forward thinkers, visionaries on gender diversity, executive leadership training, mentoring and high level networking.

2019 INTERNATIONAL WOMEN LEADERSHIP FORUM

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AGENDA

07 LEADERSHIP WORKSHOPS

Inclusive leadership 

Essentials of LeadershipCommunication

Innovative executivedevelopment

07 ECONOMICPOWERWORKSHOPS

Financial Literacy forleaders

Scaling Globally 

Leadership Resilience

08 INTERNATIONALWOMEN'S DAYONPARLIAMENT Sir John A MacDonaldBuilding

06 DIVERSITY &INCLUSIONLEADERSHIP SUMMITWestin Ottawa 9am - 2pm 

08 CELEBRATIONGALAWestin Ottawa 7pm - 10pm 

March 7-8, 2019

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INSPIRING SOCIAL INNOVATION 

Locally and Globally Moving from coast to coast, country to country we gather the concerns, challenges and recommendations on how we can best support women advance in leadership positions. Elevate Women promotes cross-sector partnerships, bringing together women in business, corporations, government, philanthropy and education while giving exposure to organizations and companies and groups that are elevating women's leadership in our society today. Outcome As a result of the Elevate Women Initiative, Elevate International is designing a Gender Diversity Best Practices Report that will include constructive action points from government and corporate leaders, women in leadership, while also identifying and gathering gender diversity strategies and best practices from corporations across Canada. This report will be shared with leaders and corporations to further support those who are continuously seeking to improve gender diversity amongst the leaders of our society. In an era of infobesity, the is a need for greater collaboration and partnerships in order to see progress.

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Innovative solutions to

advancing gender diversity in leadership

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ELEVATE WOMEN EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP BOARD

As a result of the Elevate Women Initiative on March 8, 2019 Elevate International will announce the Elevate Women Executive Leadership Board. At Elevate International we wholeheartedly believe in working with our community to design our future together; which is why our call to action is uniting Executive Women in leadership to define a leadership path for women to advance C-level executives positions The Elevate Women Executive Leadership Board will be composed of c-suite level female leaders, working with Elevate International for a year to define and design a leadership competency framework for women to advance in leadership position. Although commitments to gender diversity are at an all-time high in many sectors, a critical gap between commitment and action continues to be an issue. Many companies and organizations want to see women advance, but do not have measurable goals or an actions plan to advance gender diversity in leadership. Strategies for implementations and leadership competency framework will be published in an Elevate report that will be presented during the 2020 International Women’s Day Summit.

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IN COLABORATION WITH...

Elevate International is dedicated to inspire, empower, and elevate women and girls locally and globally. Advancing women's leadership and economic power while creating leadership and mentoring programs for young women. With the objective to unite leaders from all sectors on a mission to further advance gender diversity in order for women to have more decision making opportunities amongst leaders in our society. As a result, we build thriving communities, a much stronger country and a better world, socially, economically and politically. The University of Ottawa is the largest bilingual (English-French) university in the world. Located at the heart of Canada’s capital, we have ready access to the great institutions of our country. Our advances in social sciences, health, engineering, science and the humanities make uOttawa a unique place to learn, grow and excel. The University of Ottawa also has the #1 Global Executive MBA program ranked by CEO Magazine in 2017 & 2018 and included in the highly sought after Financial Times 100. Since 1866, Willis College has secured a reputation as one of the best colleges in Ottawa dedicated to serving our community and committed to skills training excellence. Today, Willis College continues to lead and adapt in employability skills training and, as one of the top colleges in Ottawa, is suitable for the ever-changing and emerging demands in the labour market. Graduates benefit from our long prestigious history and accomplishments as one of the best career colleges in Ottawa and Canada, while providing our students with new exciting career paths. Willis College is headquartered in the nation’s capital, Ottawa, with additional campuses near Ottawa and Arnprior. It's All About You. Each of us has the power to make an impact on the issues that challenge the strength, stability and sustainability of our local communities. Our goal is to be your partner and help you amplify your impact mission. Whether we build you a custom social impact experience or invite you to join the growing community on our new online giving platform, we will always give you our best with one goal in mind - to build a stronger, kinder and more sustainable world with you, so everyone can thrive. Are you in? #MyKindOfImpact Marriott International, Inc. is a leading global lodging company with more than 6,700 properties across 130 countries and territories, reporting revenues of more than $22 billion in fiscal year 2017. Founded by J. Willard and Alice Marriott and guided by family leadership for more than 90 years, the company is headquartered outside of Washington, D.C. in Bethesda, Maryland.

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PARTNERSHIP INVITATION 

Elevate Partners are corporations and leaders who take pride in being at the forefront of gender diversity in their organizations and in our society today. Your partnership is fundamental to advancing gender diversity in leadership across Canada and globally. Closing the gender diversity leadership gap is imperative for organizations that want to perform at the highest levels. Leveraging the full talents of the population provides a competitive advantage. Corporations with more women in leadership roles perform better, and employees on diverse and inclusive teams put in more effort, stay longer, and demonstrate more commitment.

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Why Partner with Us?

Elevate International offers a unique platform for companies, organizations and leaders to be part of constructive dialogues shaping diversity and Inclusion in our society today. A unique opportunity to be amongst those learning, sharing best practices and creating innovative solutions to how we are going to move forward by making a greater commitment towards advancing gender diversity in senior decision-making positions. Through this process, partners are not only recognized for their contribution, but they also advance gender diversity within their own corporations faster as a result of being part of constructive dialogues.

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PLATINUM 

Co-branded the Premier Partner and Official Co-HostPremier Partner logo prominently featured on all communication material Participation in media communication2 minute corporate video on all social media channels, website and during the event.Visibility in all ad campaigns, marketing and communication productsWelcome remarks at the Reception and speaking remarks during the forumPremium exhibitor booth space showcasing your brand and services Visibility on stage at the venue on the event dayLive social media updates on event dayPhotos with your logo during the forum for your own website and future useParticipation of 24 leaders during the 2-day leadership forum (As part of the elevateprogram, we advocate that you donate 3-6 seats to women leading in a charity or non- profit organization(s) of your choice)Your organization / company name will be prominent on each tableElevate Gift Bag inserts

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PREMIER PARTNER & CO-HOST

" O n c e c o m p a n i e s a d v a n c e m o r e w o m e n i n l e a d e r s h i p , t h e y w i l l i m p r o v e t h e i r p e r f o r m a n c e , h e l p c l o s e t h e g e n d e r p a y g a p a n d d r i v e i n n o v a t i o n .

GOLD

Logo featured on all communication and material Co-Branded Elevate Champion PartnerLunch time guest speaker / presentation opportunity Visibility at the venue on event day Visibility in marketing material and ad campaigns Logo featured on large screens during event breaksLive Social Media update on event day Announcement of partnership in social mediaExhibitor booth space showcasing your brand and services 1 minute corporate video on all social media channels and viewed during the forumParticipation of 8 leaders during the 2-day leadership forum (As part of the elevate program, we advocate that you donate 2-4 seats to women leading in a charity or non- profit organization(s) of your choice). Elevate Gift Bag inserts

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CHAMPION PARTNER

" O n c e c o m p a n i e s a d v a n c e m o r e w o m e n i n l e a d e r s h i p , t h e y w i l l i m p r o v e t h e i r p e r f o r m a n c e , h e l p c l o s e t h e g e n d e r p a y g a p a n d d r i v e i n n o v a t i o n .

SILVER

Co-Branded Elevate PartnerLogo featured on large screens during event breaksSeats in a prime location with your corporate name on the tableSpecial introduction of your corporation during the forumCorporate name and logo recognition amongst partners on the websiteRecognition during the forum– includes program and announcement Corporate name and logo on Elevate website and social media channelsAnnouncement of partnership on social mediaExhibitor booth space showcasing your brand/corporate services Participation of 8 leaders during the 2-day leadership forum (As part of the elevate program, we advocate that you donate 1-2 seat to women leading in a charity or non- profit organization(s) of your choice). Elevate Gift bag inserts

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SUPPORTING PARTNERS

" O n c e c o m p a n i e s a d v a n c e m o r e w o m e n i n l e a d e r s h i p , t h e y w i l l i m p r o v e t h e i r p e r f o r m a n c e , h e l p c l o s e t h e g e n d e r p a y g a p a n d d r i v e i n n o v a t i o n .

BRONZE

Co-Branded Community PartnerLogo featured on large screens during event breaksSeats in a prime location with your corporate name on the tableSpecial introduction of your corporation during the forumCorporate name and logo recognition amongst partners on the websiteRecognition during the forum– includes program and announcement Corporate name and logo on Elevate website and social media channelsAnnouncement of partnership on social mediaExhibitor booth space showcasing your brand/corporate services Participation of 8 leaders during the 2-day leadership forum (As part of the elevate program, we advocate that you donate 1-2 seat to women leading in a charity or non- profit organization(s) of your choice). Elevate Gift bag inserts

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COMMUNITY PARTNERS

" O n c e c o m p a n i e s a d v a n c e m o r e w o m e n i n l e a d e r s h i p , t h e y w i l l i m p r o v e t h e i r p e r f o r m a n c e , h e l p c l o s e t h e g e n d e r p a y g a p a n d d r i v e i n n o v a t i o n .

ENGAGE

Companies and organizations are at the forefront of gender diversity; taking serious steps to invest in women leading in their corporations.

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PARTICIPATING PARTNERS

" O n c e c o m p a n i e s a d v a n c e m o r e w o m e n i n l e a d e r s h i p , t h e y w i l l i m p r o v e t h e i r p e r f o r m a n c e , h e l p c l o s e t h e g e n d e r p a y g a p a n d d r i v e i n n o v a t i o n .

Participation of 8 leaders during the jam packed 2-day leadership forum.Reserved a table for men, women and gender diverse individuals leading in your organizations, with your Branch/Department/Organization/Business name on the table in a prime location.Provide your leaders an opportunity to develop their leadership kills, contribute to advancing gender diversity while learning and being inspired by national and international thought leaders and visionaries.An opportunity for your team to elevate their leadership skills and build cross-sector partnerships