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And the UBS Female Founder Award goes to....   🏆 Congratulations to Claudette M. (Protexxa), this year’s winner! Your achievements inspire us, and we can’t wait to see what’s next for you.   ✨ Shoutout to Nikhila J. (MoneyPlanned), named this year’s Rising Star (and Tenity alumni). Extra special for us as their early-stage investor!   This award is all about recognizing female entrepreneurs who are breaking barriers in fintech and enterprise tech, with a focus on diversity, leadership, and innovation. We are proud to support this initiative as a VC partner.    Find out more about the award, this year’s finalists, and UBS’s commitment to supporting female founders in the post below.   Here’s to championing more women in tech! 💪 #UBSFemaleFounder #FemaleEntrepreneurs #TenityAlumni #DiversityInTech

We are thrilled to announce that our CEO, Claudette M., has been awarded the prestigious 2024 UBS Female Founder Award. This honor celebrates Claudette’s exceptional leadership, her dedication to fostering diversity, and her innovative vision. This is a proud moment for Protexxa as we continue to drive innovation and inclusion in the cybersecurity sector. Learn more about the award and this year’s finalists here: https://from.ubs/6042iVf3A

Thank you UBS for sharing the surprising (and joyful) news that I’ve been shortlisted for the UBS Female Founder Award 2024!🤯 Kudos to the entire UBS team for your groundbreaking work aimed at bridging gender funding gaps, shining a global spotlight on women founders, and providing top-quality programs for networking and mentorship. It’s truly an honour to be nominated and to become part of your worldwide community!🙏🏾 #UBSFemaleFounder #ShareUBS #TheFirehood Deloitte Deloitte Ventures Canada Aiden Dinsdale, CFA Sandpiper Ventures Graphite Ventures The Firehood Danielle Brewin Graham Export Development Canada | Exportation et développement Canada Bell Ventures Protexxa MaRS Discovery District Yung Wu Armughan Ahmad Coalition of Innovation Leaders Against Racism (CILAR) Ryan D'Souza Fab Dolan Advisory Natalia Dolan Nathalie Gahimbare Amoye Henry, MBA Karlyn Percil-Mercieca BRANDTALK MEDIA Jodi Kovitz Colleen Ward Nkechi Nwafor-Robinson Caroline Gayle, BSc, MBA Andrew Ward Brilliant Catalyst BlackNorth Initiative BKR Capital Michelle S. Rick Huijbregts Coralus Sonya Shorey Juliet Daniel LakeheadU Alumni Women's Executive Network (WXN) ROCKLINC Investment Partners Matr (matter) Ventures

ICYMI - Protexxa CEO Claudette M. Joined a panel at the HRPA - Human Resources Professionals Association summit last week. View the video below for a recap! The future of HR looks bright as evidenced by this summit. Thank you to the #HRPA for hosting.

Empowering Black Professionals in Tech and Cybersecurity We’re excited to announce a groundbreaking partnership between the BlackNorth Initiative and Cyber Nations Foundation! Together, we’re dedicated to increasing the representation of Black professionals in the tech and cybersecurity industries. Through this collaboration, we aim to provide Black talent with access to training, mentorship, and career opportunities, enabling them to excel in high-demand, impactful roles. At the same time, we’re supporting businesses by building a diverse and skilled cybersecurity workforce. By removing barriers and creating clear pathways for growth, we’re shaping a future where the tech industry reflects the richness of our communities. Be part of the movement toward a more inclusive and innovative tech landscape. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/g5nkeBrT. #BlackExcellence #DiversityInTech #CyberSecurity #RepresentationMatters

#Firestarter, a national program by The Firehood and supported by BDC’s Thrive Lab, empowers women and non-binary entrepreneurs with mentorship, resources, and funding to scale their ventures. Addressing systemic barriers in Canada’s tech sector, Firestarter provides targeted support through partnerships with industry leaders like Deloitte, Protexxa, and Export Development Canada | Exportation et développement Canada. This program is crucial for advancing gender equity in entrepreneurship and unlocking the full potential of women-led innovation. Applications are now open for Firestarter’s upcoming cohort, which will launch in early 2025 with a $100,000 pitch competition! #WomenInBusiness #WomenInTech #GenderEquity #Entrepreneurship #StartupSupport

Protexxa is proud to be a supporter in the Cyber Nations Foundation’s partnership with BlackNorth Initiative. Learn more about the partnership here: https://lnkd.in/g5nkeBrT

Did you check out Unbreakable? 🚀 Protexxa is thrilled to support this global cyber-learning initiative, partnering with NBA All-Star Pascal Siakam, the PS43 Foundation, and Cyber Nations Foundation. Together, we’re empowering the next generation with the digital safety skills they need to thrive in the connected world. Learn more about how we're building a secure digital future: unbreaks.com #Unbreakable #CyberSecurity #DigitalResilience #NextGenCyber

Phishers are exploiting DocuSign’s API to send fake invoices, bypassing traditional security measures. 🚨 Plus, cybercriminals hit 1 in 3 SMBs last year, taking advantage of limited resources and security measures. 💻 And, Cloudflare’s new report on internet traffic shifts during the 2024 US election reveals a spike in online attacks against election-related sites. 🗳️ Catch the full stories in our latest #ConnectedAndProtected edition 👇 https://lnkd.in/g57Y4ugs

🔥 Exciting news! The firestarter Program, powered by BDC Thrive Lab, is officially live! This incredible initiative is dedicated to supporting women-led startups with mentorship, resources, and funding. What began as a pilot in Atlantic Canada with Pond-Deshpande Centre has now expanded into a national program helping founders build resilient, scalable businesses. Applications are now open to women-led startups across Canada. Don’t miss this opportunity to take your venture to the next level: https://lnkd.in/eDUt8h7Q A huge shout to my co-founder Danielle Brewin Graham, the amazing BDC team led by Isabelle Hudon and Sevrine Labelle, our fantastic Firehood Angels and Supporters who make this all possible Michelle S. Helen Kontozopoulos Jigna Shah ZJ Hadley Cindy Diogo-Kociuba Nkechi Nwafor-Robinson Roshni Wijayasinha, CM, MBA, Hillary Lane Myriam FRANCISQUE, LLM @Samantha L. Anika F. Colleen Ward Daniela De Cotis Yasaman Soudagar Susanne Alexandor Taheera Fidaali CPA, CA Vanessa Williamson @Megan Swan Aashni Shah 🎉 Pavla Bobosikova Miranda Lievers @Melissa Allen Upasana Sharma Dejana Dua Jessica Snow Suzanne Knight, MBA, MA Natasha Walji Caroline Gayle, BSc, MBA Jodi Kovitz Karlyn Percil-Mercieca Jènelle Ernest Jennifer Bernard Council of Canadian Innovators | Conseil canadien des innovateurs Protexxa MaRS Discovery District Brilliant Catalyst DMZ Ventures Abdullah Snobar Kikelomo Lawal and many more!🔥