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Women in Leadership has been around since 2001 but never before have they done an event like this. On September 24th, WIL hosted Sweet Talk, an intimate event involving chocolate, wine, and inspirational speakers from the fashion industry.

Sweet Talk was the prelude to Super Women & Friends Gala – the annual Women in Leadership Foundation celebration event.

Attendees networked and received image advice to creating the perfect look from the talented fashion stylist Leila Bani, successful entrepreneur Gina Hole, and international make-up artist Sonia Leal-Serafim.

All three ladies have demonstrated thriving success and leadership skills in their own fields. Bani worked with celebrities including Diana Krall and national brands such as Canada’s Next Top Model and Flare Magazine, Hole founded a global yet boutique-style agency, THEY, which connects artists in the fashion and advertising industries from all around the world, and Leal-Serafim boasts an impressive portfolio with clients like Fergie, Kelly Rowland, and Chatelaine.

The event was at Cossette West in Yaletown, where 100 women were given the opportunity to enjoy sweets, network, and learn how to dress for success. The main purpose of this event was to draw attention to the mentorship program, which assists young professionals to get their foot in the door, as well as assisting seasoned professionals with their management skills.

About WIL: WIL is a registered national charity that creates inspirational programs to bring women together to collaborate in the development of their leadership skills and creates positive changes in the future of women’s leadership in Canada. This is not only a great networking opportunity for successful business women, but also a time to celebrate and raise money for the WIL Mentorship Program.

Check out their website, HERE.