Newsletter
 January 2014
Rotman Initiative for Women in Business

Happy New Year!
 
We are pleased share our January edition of the Rotman Initiative Newsletter with you. Be sure to check out the new Member Spotlight segment where we feature a Q&A with Paula Knight, VP, People, Strategy & Communications, Cancer Care Ontario. Paula is a Judy Project and Emerging Leaders alumna who has a refreshing perspective on what it means to "have it all". 
 
Also, as you'll see in the Upcoming Programs section, we've set the dates for the 2014 program offerings. Mark your calendars now to avoid disappointment.
 
Sincerely,

Initiative for Women in Business Team
Rotman School of Management
In the news

 
New dean named for the University of Toronto's Rotman School of Management
 
Tiff Macklem, a leader in national and international financial systems, has been named the new dean of the Rotman School of Management. Read More 
 
Judy Project alumnae among Canada's Most Powerful Women

The Initiative for Women in Business is delighted to congratulate three of our Judy Project alumnae (along with other Rotman Initiative supporters) who were recognized as part of the 2013 Canada's Most Powerful Women: Top 100 list.
 
Three cheers for our Judy Project alumnae:
  • Lisa Kimmel, General Manager, Edelman Toronto
  • Christina Kramer, EVP, Retail Distribution and Channel Strategy, CIBC; and,
  • Sharon MacLeod, VP Marketing, Unilever   

Congratulations go out to the four graduates of the Rotman MBA and Rotman Commerce programs who were also named. Read More

Member spotlight
 
Paula Knight, VP, People, Strategy & Communications, Cancer Care Ontario (CCO)

For the inaugural Rotman Initiative Member Spotlight, we are delighted to feature Paula Knight. Paula is both an Emerging Leaders and Judy Project alumna, and, more importantly, a champion for women's leadership.

Professional accolades:
  • Recipient of Microsoft's highest honour - the Chairman's Award presented by Bill Gates 
  • Recognized as one of Canada's Top 100 Most Powerful Women by the Women's Executive Network in 2009
  • Recipient of the Queen Elizabeth II Golden Jubilee Medal for outstanding contribution to the community
We asked Paula a list of questions to better understand how she manages her personal and professional commitments, to find out what inspires her, and to gain insights into what makes her tick. Paula's words of wisdom include:
  • setting your own terms;
  • being kinder to oneself;
  • finding purpose in what you do and seeking opportunities to do work that fulfills you; and,
  • taking risks by stepping in to lead areas of the business outside of your core skill set. 
We were captivated by the advice and insights Paula shared through the Q&A. To view the interview,
In this issue
March 06, 2014 
8:00 - 9:00 AM

A Rotman School of Management Event for International Women's Day featuring five speakers who were named to Women of Influence's "Top 25 Women of Influence" ranking in the public sector category.
Upcoming programs

The Judy Project

May 25-30, 2014

 

The Judy Project is designed to strengthen organizations by advancing more women into executive leadership and CEO positions. It gives women the network and skills they need to be highly effective and inspiring leaders.

 

Back to Work

Begins Sept. 24, 2014

 

This specialized program is for women who are returning to the labour market after an extended period of absence. It offers the professional advantage you need to re-enter the workplace with confidence.

 

Athena Program

November 5-6, 2014

 

The Athena Program will help you develop your leadership skills and self-awareness, which are critical to professional success.

 

Emerging Leaders

November 17-20, 2014

 

Emerging Leaders addresses the challenges you face as you transition to higher levels of management. The program will help you develop leadership and business skills without losing sight of your professional and personal goals.

Special Offer: Executive Program

March 3-7, 2014 

Through a series of interactive sessions, custom-designed case studies and real-life exercises, this program will teach you how to assess the financial implications of strategic business decisions and increase your capacity to deliver your message using financial terminology and language. 

 

***Indicate that you are a Rotman Initiative for Women in Business member to receive a 10% discount on this program***
Exclusive alumnae event

 

An invite-only event for past participants of the Rotman Initiative for Women in Business programs: Athena, Emerging Leaders, Back to Work, Business Edge, Business Leadership for Women Lawyers, The Judy Project, Next Steps and Bright Beginnings.

 

Integrative Thinking

February 5, 2014

3:00 - 5:30 p.m. - includes a networking reception and program reunion. 

Registration opens at 2:30 p.m.

 

A special invitation for Rotman Initiative for Women in Business program alumnae to attend an event featuring a session on Integrative Thinking.

 

Developed at the Rotman School of Management, Integrative Thinking meets the challenges of a changing global environment by recognizing that today's business leaders require new approaches to tackling problems. 

 

The wine reception following the session will provide an opportunity to reconnect with your fellow cohort participants, and to network with like-minded professionals.

 

Location: Rotman School of Management, 105 St. George Street, Desautels Hall. 

Speaker: Jennifer Riel, Academic Director Rotman's Integrative Thinking Program and Associate Director of the Desautels Centre for Integrative Thinking.

Fee: $49 plus HST. Fee includes session and reception.


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