International Women's Day
International Women’s Day 2025
Celebrate International Women’s Day 2025 with an evening dedicated to empowerment, connection, and action! This year’s theme, "Accelerate Action", highlights the remarkable contributions of women in business and inspires bold steps toward an inclusive and dynamic future.
Event Highlights:
Fireside Chat: Hear from Julie Caffin and Janet Campbell, two inspiring women leaders in our community, as they share their insights and strategies for success. Speaker Bios
Ask the Expert Sessions: Engage in interactive discussions with local experts, who will rotate between tables to answer your questions and provide actionable advice.
Lifetime Achievement Award: Honour a trailblazing woman whose career has left a lasting impact on our community.
Door Prizes: Exciting giveaways throughout the evening!
Dinner: Enjoy a delicious meal while connecting with fellow attendees in a warm and welcoming atmosphere.
Event Details:
Location: Brockville Memorial Centre
Date: March 6, 2025
Time: 4:00 – 8:00pm
Tickets: $99
**There will also be a cash & debit BAR available during the event.**
Final Registration Date: February 26th, 2025
Join us for this unforgettable celebration of women in business and leadership. Let’s come together to accelerate action, inspire change, and create a brighter, more equitable future for all.
Reserve your spot today and be part of the movement!
Sponsorship Opportunity
There are also sponsorship opportunities for this event. Becoming a sponsor is a meaningful way to showcase your support for women in business while gaining visibility with an engaged and diverse audience. If you’re interested, please email carol.hardy@uclg.on.ca to discuss options that align with your goals.
This event is hosted by the United Counties of Leeds Grenville - Small Business and the Small Business Advisory Centre Smiths Falls/Lanark County.
Julie Caffin
Julie joined Brockville General Hospital in 2017 as Senior Vice President, Chief Nurse Executive and Chief Operating Officer. She now serves as the President and CEO. Previous positions have included frontline and leadership positions in both community and tertiary, academic health care organizations.
Julie has a Bachelor of Arts Degree, a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Honours Degree and a Master of Health Sciences Degree. She is certified in Advanced System Leadership a Fellow in The Ivy Academy Community Shift Executive Leadership Program and completed the Advanced Good Governance certification
Julie has received recognition awards from Kingston Health Sciences Centre including the Team Award for Leadership with the Emergency Department Information System Implementation project and Team Award for Care for her efforts introducing the Inter-professional Collaborative Practice Model.
She has been part of the St. Lawrence College Board of Governors since 2018 and currently serves as Chair and also a member of the Board of Directors at St. Vincent de Paul.
Janet Campbell
Janet Campbell is the founder of Mrs. McGarrigle's Fine Food, an award-winning producer of handcrafted gourmet mustards, vinaigrettes, and chutneys based in the historic Village of Merrickville. Now in its 37th year, Mrs. McGarrigle's operates out of a charming 3,000 sq. ft. former general store built in 1886, offering a unique shopping experience with a curated selection of local and imported foods, housewares, kitchen tools, charcuterie boards, and catering services. The store also features house-made take-home meals, weekend cooking classes, and custom local food gift crates. With her daughter Hailey now as General Manager, they continue to uphold the tradition of excellence and innovation that has made the business a cornerstone of the community and a leader in the gourmet food industry.
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