OTTAWA, Feb. 20, 2024 /CNW/ - Women in Communications and Technology (WCT) today announced the names of 13 recipients of its prestigious
Annual Awards, which recognize individual and corporate leadership in
advancing women's achievement in Canada's rapidly growing digital
economy.
Formerly Canadian Women in Communications (CWC), the revamped and much
expanded WCT organization now represents 2,500 women in professions and
industries from traditional media and corporate communications to
information management and technology.
"In a sector as large and diverse as the one our organization now
represents, it's fitting that we're recognizing excellence in a much
wider range of skill sets and categories," said Janice McDonald, Chair
of WCT's Board of Directors. "We're delighted—but not surprised—to find
so many worthy recipients."
The Awards will be presented at WCT's much-celebrated Annual Awards
Ceremony and Gala at the Fairmont Chateau Laurier in Ottawa on April 7,
2024.
"We're very proud of the calibre of talent we're recognizing this year,"
said Joanne Stanley, Executive Director, WCT. "Each person and company
we're honouring plays a significant role in defining and inspiring
positive change, advancement and opportunities for women in the sectors
WCT represents."
2014 Annual Awards:
Woman of the Year:
Wendy Freeman, President, CTV News (Bell Media).
Company of the Year:
COGECO Cable Canada
Chair of Distinction:
Barb Williams, SVP Content, Shaw Media.
Leadership Awards
Trailblazer - Corporate
Mary Ann Turcke, EVP Field Operations, Bell Canada.
Trailblazer - Media
Rosemary Thompson, Director of Communications & Public Affairs, and Corporate Secretary,
National Arts Centre (Ottawa).
Game Changer (Advocate of Women in a Non-Traditional Role)
Nathalie Cook, VP of Sales & Partnerships, TSN (Bell Media).
Diversity Champion
Sabrina Geremia, Managing Director, Integrated Solutions, Google Canada.
Technology Innovator
Lynda Partner, CEO, Partners Inc.
Mentor of the Year
Philip Porado, Executive Editor, Advisor Group, Rogers Publishing Ltd.
Innovator
Shelagh Stoneham, SVP & GM, Brands & Marketing Communications, Rogers Communications
Inc.
WCT Leader
Dennie Theodore, Senior Manager, Strategic Planning & Partnerships for Transformation,
TD Bank.
Communicator - Corporate Communications
Jackie King, SVP & General Manager, Hill & Knowlton Canada.
Communicator - Communications Excellence
Laura Peck, VP & Principal, McLoughlin Media, Media Training & Counsel.
About Women in Communications and Technology
Women in Communications and Technology (WCT), previously known as Canadian Women in Communications, is a
not-for-profit organization —a national association of women who work
in the communications, digital media and technology sectors. With the
help of our sponsors, we are committed to creating jobs and advancing
women in their careers by facilitating a Canadian network of industry
support and recognition, leadership and skills development, and
mentoring.
To purchase your ticket to the WCT 2024 Annual Awards Gala or reserve a
table for your organization, contact us at: cwcafc@cwc-afc.com or by phone at 613-706-0607.
SOURCE Women in Communications and Technology (WCT)
