Sabine Soumare serves as the Executive Director of the Women Entrepreneurship Knowledge Hub (WEKH), part of the Diversity Institute (DI). In this role, Sabine is dedicated to amplifying the impact of women entrepreneurs across Canada. She collaborates with ten WEKH regional hubs and over 250 partners nationwide, working to build partnerships, share knowledge, and promote best practices that foster a more inclusive and supportive entrepreneurship ecosystem for women.

A Leader in Diversity and Inclusion

Sabine brings over seven years of experience in diversity and inclusion, which she has used to connect and empower Canadian Francophone communities and other diverse groups. As a bilingual communications expert, she actively bridges language and cultural gaps, ensuring that the needs and contributions of Francophone entrepreneurs are recognized and supported across Canada.

A Wealth of Experience in Communications and Public Affairs

With a career spanning more than 15 years in communications, marketing, and public affairs, Sabine’s expertise lies in strategic storytelling and advocacy. Her consulting business provides strategic guidance to institutions and non-profits focused on supporting women, newcomers, and racialized communities. Her background includes a pivotal role as Senior Communications and Stakeholder Relations Advisor to Ontario’s Attorney General and the Minister of Francophone Affairs from 2015 to 2018, where she honed her skills in government relations and stakeholder engagement.

Building a Stronger Ecosystem for Women Entrepreneurs

Under Sabine’s leadership, WEKH has made significant strides in creating a collaborative platform that leverages insights from over 250 partners, enabling entrepreneurs, policymakers, and researchers to build a more inclusive, equitable landscape for women in business. Her commitment to WEKH’s mission continues to drive transformative change, empowering women across Canada to thrive in entrepreneurship.

Through her work, Sabine Soumare exemplifies the power of inclusive leadership and strategic partnerships in strengthening support for women entrepreneurs across Canada’s diverse communities.

Learn more about her work on WEKH’s website.

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