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Marie-Josée Gagnon, founder and president of Casacom and creator of Brave Inspiration, has been recognized among Canada’s 100 most powerful women for 2024. She is a recipient of the prestigious Canada’s Most Powerful Women: Top 100™ award, presented by the Women’s Executive Network (WXN) in the Entrepreneurs category, sponsored by Compass Rose. Marie-Josée distinguished herself through her inspirational leadership, forward-looking vision, and significant contributions to the business and strategic communications sectors in Canada.

"Receiving this honour from WXN is a deeply touching recognition of my journey and the work of my two companies, Casacom and Brave. Contributing to a more engaged, forward-thinking business world is what I strive to do every day with our visionary clientele, our internal sustainability initiatives, my societal commitments, and my Brave podcast,” says Marie-Josée Gagnon.

Since Casacom’s founding in 2001, Marie-Josée has grown her firm into a leader in business strategy, public relations, and integrated communications with offices in Montreal, Toronto, and a branch in Vancouver. Her innovative approach and ability to anticipate trends have kept Casacom at the forefront of its industry. In 2022, Casacom achieved B-Corp certification, a symbol of its commitment to ethical and responsible business practices. Alongside this, Brave amplifies the voices of exceptional women who embody courage and resilience, providing role models for those seeking to make a meaningful impact.

About WXN

Women's Executive Network (WXN), a member-based organization, is North America's #1 and only organization that meaningfully propels and celebrates the advancement of women at all levels, in all sectors, and of all ages. WXN delivers this advancement through training, events, mentoring, networking, and award and recognition programs for members and partners. WXN operates in Canada and the U.S.

The honorees will be celebrated at the Top 100 gala on Wednesday, November 27, in Toronto. This annual event brings together Canada’s most inspiring women—those who shape Canadian business and encourage future generations to follow in their footsteps.

To view the full list of Canada’s Most Powerful Women: Top 100™, click here.

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