A Tribute To Angela Payne And Visionary Women Leaders

Before we detail the upcoming event, consider this: The "Future is NOW!" event is designed as what type of professional gathering? A) A traditional multi-day conference. B) An immersive experience focused on dialogue and reflection. C) A purely digital summit. The answer is B, highlighting a strategic shift away from standard industry formats toward deep participant engagement.

Visibility remains a crucial challenge for women leading significant organizational transformation. Leadership deserves recognition. Why are awards still necessary to validate contributions so profound? The imbalance persists. Meaningful change occurs daily. Lack of recognition often follows.

Award-Winning Leadership Takes Centre Stage at The Future is NOW!, a dynamic International Women’s Day celebration built as an immersive experience rather than a conventional conference structure. The event focuses on inspiring talks, structured opportunities for both reflection and focused dialogue, alongside a carefully curated vendor marketplace.

The inaugural She L.E.A.D.S. Awards Celebration will be a focal point, designed to specifically honour women whose leadership and entrepreneurial contributions are actively shaping communities and modern workplaces. Representatives from AWL Partners stated that these honours are fundamentally about providing visibility and necessary validation. Women are leading meaningful change every day, often without adequate recognition. The She L.E.A.D.S. Awards are established to celebrate that leadership and effectively amplify those essential stories.

The Entrepreneur of the Year award, recognizing innovation, business resilience, and excellence, is sponsored by bdc.

Attendees will hear from leaders such as Angela Payne, co-founder of LeedHR, whose professional expertise centers on developing modern people practices and cultivating genuinely inclusive workplace cultures. Additionally, Danielle Corcoran, a certified financial counsellor, will deliver insights focused on supporting individuals and families as they build essential financial confidence, clarity, and long-term stability. Attendees will also have the opportunity to explore a vibrant marketplace showcasing women-owned and community-based businesses. This segment is designed to directly support economic empowerment, spotlighting local entrepreneurial talent and fostering meaningful connections between leaders, entrepreneurs, and key allies.