IWIL IGNITE FOUNDATION is a non-profit organisation and nationwide brand in Canada, empowering women entrepreneurs across the cities and has already worked with 20,000 plus women and SME partners. We provide a world-class platform that incubates and accelerates women entrepreneurship. IWIL guides women entrepreneurs through its premier programs and events that include Entrepreneurial and Incubation Workshops, Awareness Programs, Fundraising, Exhibitions and Roadshows, Business Coaching, Ignite Academy, and Technology Development Programs.
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IWIL aims to nurture and thrive the women business leaders of tomorrow.
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Empowerment
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IWIL aims to make headway for women-driven entrepreneurship and help women tap the opportunities for innovative methods of economic and social empowerment.
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Deepa Sayal
Founder & President, IWIL IGNITE Foundation
Deepa Sayal is a Futurist, Digital Transformationist, I-Tech Leader, Entrepreneur, Incubator, Digital Media Coach, and Women Empowerer with over 20 years of holistic experience in the Information Technology domain and was recognised ‘amongst the 32 impactful women changing the Digital world’ by CNBC TV-18.With a strong commitment to gender equality, she strives to provide women with the tools, networks, and opportunities to excel in their careers.
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Key Stats about Women Entrepreneurs in Canada
37
%of self-employed people in
Canada are women.
Canada are women.
1
.5Million people get
employment due to Canada
women-owned businesses.
employment due to Canada
women-owned businesses.
150
Billion
women-owned businesses
contribute to the Canadian economy.
women-owned businesses
contribute to the Canadian economy.
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Success Stories
Aditi Balbir
Co-Founder - V Resorts
I am the sole woman founder of a hospitality business that has successfully scaled in a new segment and merged with a strategic...
Megha Gambhir
Co-Founder, CEO at Stupa Sports Analytics
“The journey has not been easy. Building a start-up is difficult. It requires constant push, rigorous fire and never-ending motivation and that...
Monika Jha
Founder - Cydee Technologies
Monika Jha is a social impact entrepreneur and an inventor at heart. In March 2017, she graduated into Electrical...
Vidya Amarnath
Founder - Paterson Energy
It all started when Vidya Amarnath discovered that most plastic managers and recyclers only deal with high-quality plastic, which is ...
Manisha V Jadhav
CEO, Founder - DataCrux Insights Pvt. Ltd.
Meet the Woman Entrepreneur – Who is the first girl to a 10th pass from her Village and now She is ...
Dr. Vanita Prasad
CEO at REVY Environmental Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
Meet the Biotech Entrepreneur, whose products are mitigating 165 Million tonnes of CO2, by processing 12000 litres of waste water and 15000 tonnes ...
Rajashri Sai
Founder - Impactree & Partnership Advisor to Swayam Shikshan Prayog (SSP).
A lawyer whose passion led her to become a serial entrepreneur, now she is revolutionising rural...
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How We Support Women's Empowerment
Our efforts towards women's empowerment focus on creating opportunities for women to thrive, ensuring equality, and fostering an environment where they can achieve their full potential.
Education and Training Programs
Offering workshops, classes, and seminars on topics such as leadership, entrepreneurship, financial literacy, and health.
Advocacy and Awareness Campaigns
Raising awareness about women's rights, gender equality, and issues such as domestic violence, reproductive health, and workplace discrimination.
Support Services
Providing counselling, legal assistance, and support groups for women facing challenges like domestic abuse, homelessness, or unemployment.
Mentorship Programs
Connecting women with mentors in various fields to provide guidance, support, and networking opportunities.
Health Services
Facilitating access to healthcare, including reproductive health services, mental health support, and wellness programs.
Community Building Activities
Organizing events that foster community among women, such as networking events, retreats, and social gatherings.
Economic Empowerment Initiatives
Supporting women entrepreneurs through grants, microloans, training, and resources to start and grow their businesses.
Research and Policy Development
Conducting research on issues affecting women and advocating for policy changes at local, national, or global levels.
Art and Cultural Programs
Promoting women's voices through art, literature, and cultural events that celebrate women's achievements and stories.
Volunteer Opportunities
Engaging community members in volunteer efforts to support the non-profit’s mission, such as organizing events or providing services.
Our Speakers
Deepa Sayal
Founder and President,
IWIL IGNITE
IWIL IGNITE
Unique Kumar
Group Chief Information Security Officer
CK Birla Group
CK Birla Group
Prajakt Raut
Founder
Applyifi
Applyifi
Soumitra Limaye
Digital Technology Lab,
IBM Software Labs IBM
IBM Software Labs IBM
Amol Dhondse
Chief Architect
IBM Software Labs (ISL)
IBM Software Labs (ISL)
Vedanarayanan Vedantham
SME & Startup Business Head
Razorpay
Razorpay
Nalin Chandna
CEO
National Gas Company (SAOG)
National Gas Company (SAOG)
Kaumudi Goda
Chief Operating Officer
MetaMind Training
MetaMind Training
Vandana Tolani
CEO & Co Founder
Convanto
Convanto
Rashmi Mandloi
Managing Partner & Head Practice BeyonDiversity
Dr. Mandaar Pande
Professor
Symbiosis Centre for Information Technology
Symbiosis Centre for Information Technology
Tushar Kansal
Founder
Kansaltancy Ventures
Kansaltancy Ventures
Seema Chaturvedi
Founder & Managing Partner
Achieving Women Equity Funds
Achieving Women Equity Funds
Dr. Unnat Pandit
Dean
ABVSME,JNU
ABVSME,JNU
Rohini Nair
Principal Associate -
Corporate & Private Equity Practice
ANB Legal
Corporate & Private Equity Practice
ANB Legal
Indrajit Singh
Chairman
MSME Chamber of Commerce and Industry of India-MSMECCII
MSME Chamber of Commerce and Industry of India-MSMECCII
Bonnie Rothman
President & Founder
Company B
Company B
Precious Zumbika
Partner
Queensbury
Queensbury
Bowie Lau
Founder
MaGESpire
MaGESpire
Dr Christopher Abraham
Ceo & Head
SP Jain School of Gobal Mgt- Dubai
SP Jain School of Gobal Mgt- Dubai
Namrita Mahindro
Chief Digital Officer
Aditya Birla Group
Aditya Birla Group
Prachi Jain
Chief Digital Officer
Aditya Birla Group
Aditya Birla Group
Deepak Singh
CEOGLIDE Accelerator
Yash Shah
CEO
ClientJoy.io
ClientJoy.io
Dr.Hina Shah
Director
ICECD
ICECD
Dr. Kamlesh Patel
CEO
Indian Institute of Public Health (NIDHI TBI)
Indian Institute of Public Health (NIDHI TBI)
Puru Modani
Anchor Investor
Mumbai Angels Network
Mumbai Angels Network
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IWIL IGNITE FOUNDATION
Board of Directors
Deepa Sayal
Founder and President,
IWIL IGNITE
CEO, ADG online
Sudha Bedi
Independent Director
Anuj Sayal
Managing Director
iwilindia
Board of Directors
Deepa Sayal
Co-Founder & CEO
Expanding an Existing Center
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Selling Your Center
If, when, and how to sell your center. Business valuation. Maximizing your sale price. Making it easy.
iwilindia
Board of Directors
Deepa Sayal
Co-Founder & CEO
Expanding an Existing Center
Growing your business, services and revenues strategically with operational excellence and efficiency!
Selling Your Center
If, when, and how to sell your center. Business valuation. Maximizing your sale price. Making it easy.
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