THE RFAQ LAUNCHES MAÏA — A PLATFORM TO PROMOTE THE GROWTH OF WOMEN-OWNED BUSINESSES
MONTREAL, March 25, 2024 /CNW/ - The Réseau des Femmes d'affaires du Québec (RFAQ) is proud to announce the launch of the Maïa platform, a collective project of national scope dedicated to facilitating the integration of Canadian women-owned businesses into global supply chains.
The first of its kind in Canada for women, with an intuitive interface and advanced functionalities, this collaborative platform symbolizes a new era of inclusive growth in commercial exchanges in Canada. The platform will create a dynamic ecosystem where women-led businesses will be supported in their business development through innovation and technology.
The project has received funding of $3.9 million from the Women's Entrepreneurship Strategy (WES), a Government of Canada initiative, and is being made possible thanks to the support of a number of partners.
Media accreditation required: [email protected]
Media representatives wishing to attend must present their accreditation documents on arrival.
What: |
Unveiling of the RFAQ's Maïa platform |
Who: |
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• The Honourable Rechie Valdez, Canadian Minister of Small Business |
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• Patricia Lattanzio, MP for Saint-Léonard—Saint-Michel |
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• Ruth Vachon, President and CEO, RFAQ |
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• Isabelle Hudon, President and CEO, BDC |
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• Linda Valade, Founder, Institut VERUM Inc. (entrepreneur and member of the RFAQ) |
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• Jonathan Moquin, Chairman and CEO, Globalia (technology spokesperson for the Maïa platform) |
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When: |
Tuesday, March 26, 2024 |
9:00 Media arrival |
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9:30 Opening remarks |
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9:35 Keynote speakers: Ruth Vachon, President and CEO, RFAQ, and Isabelle Hudon, President and CEO, BDC |
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9:45 Speech by the Minister for Small Business, Rechie Valdez, and Patricia Lattanzio, MP for Saint-Léonard¬—Saint-Michel |
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9:55 Interview opportunities |
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Where: |
Please get accredited to obtain the address |
SOURCE Réseau des Femmes d'affaires du Québec
Media contact: Gabrielle Landry | [email protected]| 514-688-5837
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