OTTAWA – Women in Communications and Technology (WCT) is now accepting applications for The Protégé Project, a pioneering new program designed to spur female leadership in Canada’s communications, media and technology sectors.
A partnership with Shaw Communications and global non-profit organization Catalyst Canada, The Protégé Project will see fast-tracking senior women executives matched with powerful sponsors who will give them a leg-up to the industry’s top decision-making positions and a direct line to influence innovation in the digital economy.
Communications, media and technology companies acknowledge that their boards and senior management ranks are falling far short when it comes to welcoming women, reads the news release. Evidence is mounting that a diverse leadership is a business imperative, a must-have to drive globalization, customer growth and financial success. Yet, less than 30% of the top positions in these sectors are held by women.
“The Protégé Project will boost women’s representation in power positions in a way that’s never been done before,” said Janice McDonald, chair of the national board of directors at WCT, in the release. “It will encourage cross-sector partnerships; sponsors and women they champion won't necessarily be in the same industry or even the same job stream."
Women in Communications and Technology is a grassroots community network of more than 3,000 members run by 300 volunteers. It was created 22 years ago to inspire and advance women as leaders and contributors to Canada's digital marketplace.
Click here for more information on the program and how to apply.
