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Conférenc’ELLES

Sept. 27, 2026

The day that could transform your career path.

  • 1:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. :Conference and hands-on workshops
  • 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. :Networking
  • The Sheraton Montreal Hotel :1201 Blvd. René-Lévesque West, Montreal, QC H3B 2L7
  • Dress code :Business casual
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Organized by Dress for Success Montreal, with the support of the RBC Foundation, Conférenc'ELLES celebrates the diversity, boldness, and potential of young women ready to take their place.

Are you a student, a graduating student, or early in your career? Are you looking to get inspired, network, and discover practical tools to build a future that matches your ambitions? Conférenc’ELLES is the event for you!

A day designed to equip you, connect you to a community of inspiring women, and give you the confidence to take the next step in your career. Invite a friend (or several!) and join us for an inspiring afternoon, perfect for a Sunday after brunch at the Centre Sheraton Montreal.

This 100% free day, dedicated to empowerment, self-discovery, and career exploration, will bring together hundreds of participants aged 18 to 30 for inspiring talks, hands-on workshops, and a 5 to 7 networking event — a unique opportunity to leave with practical tools, new connections, and a head start on your professional ambitions.

THEY TAKE THE STAGE

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Alexandra Labarre

Senior National Account Manager chez Indeed

The future needs you! The world of work is already changing. Are you ready?

Artificial intelligence, new ways of collaborating, skills evolving faster than ever — the job market is going through a major shift. To navigate it successfully, certain human and strategic skills will become essential: adaptability, critical thinking, communication, and the ability to position yourself with confidence in a constantly changing environment.

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Nicole Antoine

Founder & CEO | Marketing Executive | Ecosystem Builder | Speaker

You already have a personal brand.

The question is whether it reflects who you are, what you bring to the table, and where you want to go next. Whether you’re entering the workforce, changing careers, or growing professionally, your personal brand shapes every opportunity that comes your way — from the first impression you make to the doors that open (or don’t). In this session, you’ll learn how to identify your strengths, communicate your value with confidence, and build a professional presence that leaves a lasting impression — online and in person.

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Suzannah Baum

Experte en communication exécutive et présentation du leadership, Formatrice en entreprise, Conférencière, Autrice

Speak Up, Stand Out, Be YOU! How to Find Your Authentic Voice and Communicate with Impact

You have something valuable to say. But when you’re the youngest—or the newest—in the room, speaking up can feel intimidating. It’s easy to doubt yourself or wait for the “perfect” moment to contribute. Here’s the thing: you don’t have to wait until you feel completely confident using your voice. In this session, you’ll discover practical strategies to manage speaking nerves, find your authentic style, and share your ideas with confidence—even outside your comfort zone. You’ll learn how to organize your thoughts, make your message clear, and connect with your audience, without trying to sound like someone you’re not.

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ZOONIE NGUYEN

Speaker & Storyteller, WEDO Canada - Quebec Ambassador , Sales Trainer and Coach, Documentary Filmmaker-Director-

Not ready? Dare anyway.

Leadership doesn’t start with a title, a team, or a promotion. It starts the day you decide something for yourself, without permission, without certainty, without being ready. Many young women building or growing their careers don’t feel ready — and that’s exactly the moment to take the leap. Waiting for the right time, the right degree, or the right confidence often means never starting at all. This talk shares real stories that show daring has nothing to do with feeling ready, and everything to do with acting despite the uncertainty.

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What You’ll Gain by Participating

In addition to professional and personal growth, you’ll enjoy:

  • Networking: Expand your network and meet mentors
  • Free professional profile photo
  • Goodie bag filled with surprises
  • Exclusive discount coupons
  • The chance to win one of the many prizes in the Conférenc'ELLES 2026 contest (prizes and rules below).
  • And much more!
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Themes & Workshops

  • Self-confidence, Image & Style: Learn to present yourself to the world with confidence, in your own way
  • Entrepreneurship & Personal Branding: Build your brand, tell your story, and make yourself stand out
  • Leadership & Ambition: Dare to aim high and develop the boldness that leads to the top
  • The Future of Work: The Skills That Matter: Prepare yourself for the skills that will make a difference tomorrow
  • Finance — with RBC: Take control of your money and your financial future

Explore Previous Editions of CONFÉRENC’ELLES

1st Edition 2024
2nd Edition 2025

Alexandra Labarre

Alexandra Labarre, 34, mother of an 11-month-old boy, and currently Senior National Account Manager at Indeed. After more than 7 years with the company, I’ve been fortunate to climb the ranks one by one, eventually reaching the highest level of the sales track at Indeed. I’m living proof that it’s possible to carve out a place for yourself, grow, and reach great positions without having a perfectly linear career path from the start.

Nicole Antoine

Nicole Antoine is an entrepreneur, marketing strategist, and founder of N/A & Co Inc. and Four Brown Girls, the organization behind BLAXPO, a Canadian platform dedicated to advancing the economic mobility of Black professionals and entrepreneurs. Based in Montreal, she is recognized for her ability to create experiences, brands, and ecosystems that bring together storytelling, innovation, and social impact.

A graduate of the McGill–HEC Montréal EMBA program, Nicole works at the intersection of business, culture, and leadership. Her work has been featured by Forbes, and she collaborates with organizations, institutions, and brands seeking to build initiatives that are more inclusive, strategic, and culturally relevant.

At the core of her work is a clear purpose: creating spaces where historically underrepresented communities can access the opportunities, capital, and networks needed to build lasting economic mobility.

Suzannah Baum

For more than two decades, Suzannah Baum has helped leaders, executives, entrepreneurs, and organizations communicate with greater clarity, confidence, authenticity, and impact. An executive communication coach, corporate trainer, keynote speaker, and bestselling author, Suzannah helps leaders strengthen their executive presence and communicate in ways that inspire trust, influence others, and create meaningful impact.

Rather than teaching people to become polished performers, Suzannah helps them become powerful communicators—connecting their voice, message, and communication style with the people they want to reach. Her practical, human-centered approach combines proven communication frameworks with DISC behavioural insights to help leaders communicate with greater intention, credibility, and connection.

Suzannah is the author of From Nervous to Nailed It! and has worked with organizations including BMO Capital Markets, Morgan Stanley, Air Canada, and Four Seasons Hotels. She has also been featured as a returning guest expert on Global TV News, Breakfast Television Montreal, CBC Radio, CJAD, and Elle Canada.

ZOONIE NGUYEN

Zoonie Nguyen is a filmmaker, speaker, trainer, and coach in entrepreneurship and sales. Arriving in Montreal as a young war refugee, she holds a degree in electrical engineering from McGill University and built a career as an engineer and project manager at CBC/Radio-Canada before reinventing herself as a “social engineer.” Founder of Talentelle, she has been supporting women entrepreneurs and professionals for nearly twenty years. She is executive producer and co-director of the documentary How She Dares and Quebec ambassador for WEDO Canada.