TIFFANY CALLENDER
Founder & CEO of The Federation of African Canadian Economics (FACE)
GENVIÈVE TANGUAY
CEO of Anges Québec
Montreal
April 17th, 2024
Join us in Montreal for our event featuring Tiffany Callender, CEO and Founder of The Federation of African Canadian Economics (FACE), and Geneviève Tanguay, CEO of Anges Québec. Both dedicated leaders actively support women entrepreneurs in Canada by providing essential financial services to foster the growth and success of their businesses. Proudly presented by TD Women in Enterprise, this event is part of our TBIF Conversation Series, dedicated to highlighting and celebrating women leaders and entrepreneurs across Canada.
Tiffany Callender: Bridging the Funding Gap for Black Entrepreneurs
Tiffany Callender, the CEO of The Federation of African Canadian Economics (FACE), is a dynamic force dedicated to uplifting the Canadian Black community through her 16-year career. Recognized as one of the 100 most influential individuals of African descent under 40, Tiffany has taken on the challenge of addressing the funding struggles faced by Black entrepreneurs. Leading FACE, she played a pivotal role in developing the Black Entrepreneurship Loan Fund with the Government of Canada. This initiative, offering loans up to $250,000, seeks to bridge the financial gap and support the success of Black entrepreneurs across Canada. Tiffany’s commitment to economic prosperity for Black Canadians is evident in FACE’s mission, making her insights invaluable as she discusses the challenges faced by Black entrepreneurs and the transformative impact of initiatives like the Black Entrepreneurship Loan Fund during the TBIF Conversation Series.
Geneviève Tanguay: Pioneering Women in Venture Capital
Geneviève Tanguay, the CEO of Anges Québec, stands as a trailblazer in the world of venture capital in Canada. With over 25 years of experience and a finance degree from HEC Montréal, Geneviève has played a central role in innovative transactions, notably contributing to the Life Sciences sector at Fonds de Solidarité. Beyond her professional achievements, Geneviève actively serves on the boards of several private companies and non-profit organizations, embodying her commitment to community development. Holding key positions in organizations such as the Mouvement des accélérateurs d’innovation du Québec (MAIN), Centech, SCALE AI, and the Jeune Chambre de commerce de Montréal (JCCM), she channels her expertise into shaping the future of venture capital. Geneviève’s dedication extends to mentoring at the Creative Destruction Lab (CDL), where she actively works towards opening new opportunities for women in venture capital and supporting the growth of innovative entrepreneurs shaping our society.
When?
Wednesday, April 17th, 2024
What time?
9am networking light breakfast, followed by a conversation and Q&A from 9:30am to 10:30am
Where?
The Brand is Female, 3700 Rue Saint-Patrick, unit 306, Montréal
This is a ticketed event.
Please purchase your tickets below.
Please note we have reserved seats for BIPOC entrepreneurs, and founders who can not afford to purchase a ticket at the present time. If you are part of these groups, please contact us at [email protected] to confirm your attendance.
About The Brand is Female
We highlight, enable and accelerate equitable and inclusive leadership. The Brand is Female transforms workplace culture by fostering inclusion and equity, thereby granting women and other underrepresented leaders access to new opportunities. To further our mission and services, we are introducing TBiF Conversations Series, a monthly conference series alternating between Montreal, Toronto and Vancouver, presented by TD Women in Enterprise.
