WCMAspire
A customized workshop-style program for entry to mid-level female-identifying finance professionals (under 5 years of experience).
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WCMElevate
Excel in each stage of your career.
Taking your Career to the Next Level
WCMElevate is a virtual workshop-style program designed for mid-level female-identifying professionals currently employed in finance.
Join WCMElevate to:
- Build influential and empowering professional relationships;
- Develop professional skills for career advancement;
- Learn in workshops led by industry experts and educational materials shared pre\post sessions;
- Advance your knowledge and awareness of gender diversity and inclusion and how to incorporate into your leadership practices;
- Receive a shareable Credly verifiable digital credential.
Important Details
- All sessions held on Zoom
- All participants are encouraged to join the in-person closing reception (Location TBD). Travel and accommodation at the participant's expense.
In 2022/2023 we are pleased to offer this program in 2 time zones, ET and MT. All sessions will take place from 5-6:30 pm in respective time zones. Please select your cohort upon sign up.
Program Criteria
Eligibility
- Participants must have 5-10 years of professional experience;
- Participants must submit a complete registration form.
- Participants must be a WCM member in good standing and submit a complete application
- Program Cost | $400 + HST
Key Dates
- August 29, 2022 Registration Opens
- October 17 2022: Registrations Closes
- November 23 2022: Session 1
- January 11 2023: Session 2
- February 9 2023: Session 3
- March 7 2023: Session 4
- April 12 2023: Session 5
- May 2023: Closing Reception (In-Person)
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What is WCMElevate?
WCMElevate is a virtual 7 month program with 5 workshop sessions. Workshop sessions feature high calibre speakers and professional development experts, presenting on topics that support mid-level women as you move your career forward into senior leadership positions and grow your professional network.
This program is designed for women with 5-10 years in finance who are in or aspire to leadership positions. Workshop topics are designed to help you grow into senior leadership positions.
Part of the WCMElevate program, Peer to Peer Mentoring is where applicants will be matched with 2 peers throughout the cycle of the program. Through this non-structured component, registrants will share stories from their career journey and gain valuable learning opportunities from their peers.
To get the most out of this program, you will be expected to get involved with networking opportunities, complete pre-work before sessions & show up to all sessions prepared to fully engage.
