The principal of the company, Suzanne Dane, has actively been involved in community and economic development initiatives committed to the recognition and advancement of women in business throughout Canada and internationally.

As a women in business herself for over 25 years and as the mother of four adult daughters (two of whom own their own businesses), Ms. Dane is keenly sensitive to the challenges and rewards women encounter relative to effectively juggling careers, family and community.

On a professional basis, Suzanne has been involved in the business training, counseling and mentoring of women business owners across Canada. In 1996 she had the opportunity of being one of four Canadian women entrepreneurs who traveled throughout southeast Asia meeting women in business internationally. She continues to seek opportunities which connect women with ideas, opportunities and economic advancement opportunities globally.

  Notable Projects &

         Involvement:

• Founder – Chicken Soup for Women in Business & Leadership Conference and Trade Show - Victoria, BC - 2004

• Awards Council, Greater Victoria YM-YWCA Women of Distinction Awards Program & Gala - Annually 1994 – 2003 (Chair, 2002)

• CanAsian Businesswomen's Network (CEDA) - Global Women in Business - Singapore, Indonesia, Malaysia - 1996

• Project Manager - 'BC Salutes' - Provincial Women in Business Recognition Program - 1996

• Project Manager - Canadian Women Entrepreneur of the Year National Conference & Awards Gala – Vancouver BC – 1995

• Project  Manager – BC Regional Selection Process – Canadian Women Entrepreneur of the Year Awards Program - Annually 1993 – 1995

• Project Manager - ‘Women’s Business’ (10 month business management program) - 1994

• Board Member – Women’s Business Network - 1993 - 1996