Seven exceptional Canadian business leaders announced as 2023 Catalyst Honours Champions
Inclusive leaders making workplaces better for women
Toronto, ON, 10 July 2023– Seven Canadian corporate leaders have been named Catalyst Honours Champions for 2023 by Catalyst. Each individual has made an immense impact accelerating progress for women by championing workplace inclusion.
Catalyst will recognize its new Champions at the 2023 Catalyst Honours Conference & Dinner on 15 November, taking place at the Fairmont Royal York Hotel in Toronto and online. With the theme “Accelerating equity on all fronts—so women thrive,” the conference will feature new and recent original Catalyst research and expert sessions on topics including what companies can do to make a difference for women on the frontline, addressing racism in the workplace, and building inclusion for Indigenous Peoples in the workplace.
Attendees will have the opportunity to learn from business leaders and DEI research, gain actionable insights, and network with hundreds of professionals who attend annually from global corporations, professional firms, governments, NGOs, and educational institutions.
Accenture is the 2023 Convening Sponsor. BMO is a Gold Level Sponsor and Dinner Chair. Edward Jones, ATCO Ltd., and Linamar are Bronze Level Sponsors.
“Workplace inclusion and equity can only progress when we recruit, retain, and advance women—including those from marginalized groups—at every level,” said Catalyst President & CEO Lorraine Hariton. “This year’s Catalyst Honours Champions are taking bold steps to effect change in Canadian corporations and beyond.”
2023 Catalyst Honours Champions
Company/Firm Leader:
- Jeahnette Cavaliere, Canada Country Manager, Wells Fargo
Business Leader:
- Caroline Gayle, Managing Director, Technology Financial Services, Accenture
Human Resources/Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Leaders:
- Tyjondah Kerr, Former Director, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion; Current Director, Program Development & Delivery – Community, Sustainability & Social Responsibility, Ontario Lottery & Gaming Corporation
- Mona Malone, Chief Human Resources Officer and Head, People & Culture, BMO Financial Group
- Taralyn Parr, Director of Diversity and Inclusion, McCarthy Tétrault LLP
- Janine Tamboli, Director, Diversity and Inclusion, Maple Leaf Foods
Next Generation Leader:
- Bobby Gale, Director, Enterprise Content & Data Management, Loblaw Companies Ltd.
“Our 2023 Catalyst Honours Champions help accelerate women’s careers and inspire those around them to prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion,” said Julie Cafley, PhD, Executive Director, Canada, Catalyst. “These exceptional individuals aren’t afraid to have uncomfortable discussions to push inclusivity in their organizations and throughout society. This is hard work and I applaud their creativity, confidence, and courage.”
Since 2010, Catalyst has annually celebrated individuals who advance women and advocate for inclusive workplaces in Canadian business. The 2023 Champions exemplify Catalyst research linking diverse and inclusive workplaces to innovation, team citizenship, productivity, and stronger business results.
About the 2023 Catalyst Honours Champions
Jeahnette Cavaliere, Canada Country Manager, Wells Fargo
Caroline Gayle, Managing Director, Technology Financial Services, Accenture
Tyjondah Kerr, Former Director, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion; Current Director, Program Development & Delivery – Community, Sustainability & Social Responsibility, Ontario Lottery & Gaming Corporation
Mona Malone, Chief Human Resources Officer and Head, People & Culture, BMO Financial Group
Taralyn Parr, Director of Diversity and Inclusion, McCarthy Tétrault LLP
Janine Tamboli, Director, Diversity and Inclusion, Maple Leaf Foods
Bobby Gale, Director, Enterprise Content & Data Management, Loblaw Companies Ltd.
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About Catalyst
Catalyst is a global nonprofit supported by many of the world’s most powerful CEOs and leading companies to help build workplaces that work for women. Founded in 1962, Catalyst drives change with preeminent thought leadership, actionable solutions, and a galvanized community of multinational corporations to accelerate and advance women into leadership—because progress for women is progress for everyone.
About Catalyst Honours
Launched in Canada in 2010, Catalyst Honours recognizes exceptional role models for inclusive leadership practices. Each year individuals are nominated by colleagues and leaders within their organizations. All nominations, including reference letters, go through multiple rounds of review before final decisions are made by a selection team of Catalyst experts.
Since 2010, Catalyst Honours has honoured more than 72 leaders. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit here.
Contacts
Mariana Vanin
Director, Global Communications
Catalyst
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Dianna Eakins
Canada Communications Consultant
Catalyst
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Ted Bravakis
Canada Communications Consultant
Catalyst
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