Empowering Women in Business Across Borders

The CTBC Women’s Network is dedicated to fostering a vibrant community of women leaders, innovators, and professionals who are shaping the future of trade and investment between Canada and Turkey. Through collaboration, mentorship, and advocacy, we aim to break barriers, inspire change, and provide women with the tools and opportunities to lead with confidence and impact.

What we’re doing

CTBC Women’s Network is dedicated to creating meaningful opportunities for women in business. We are empowering women to lead, innovate, and inspire across industries in Canada and Turkey.

  • Connecting women leaders to foster collaboration.
  • Promoting equality and leadership opportunities.
  • Supporting initiatives that empower women in business.

At CTBC Women’s Network, we are creating a platform where women in Canada and Turkey can connect, collaborate, and lead. By providing resources, fostering leadership, and advocating for gender equality in trade and business, we empower women to thrive and drive meaningful change in their industries.

20%

Increase in women-led businesses through CTBC initiatives.

3.5x

More women joining leadership roles since the network’s launch.

Forging Paths – Empowering Women to Lead Change

We are driving impactful initiatives to elevate women’s roles in business and trade. Through advocacy, mentorship, and partnerships, we are making a difference.

ecosystems

Creating inclusive ecosystems for women in business.

Mentorship

Providing guidance and support for aspiring women leaders.

Entrepreneurship

Encouraging entrepreneurship and innovation among women.

Leadership Programs

Offering training and opportunities to empower future leaders.

Our planet’s SOS: Mobilizing for a sustainable future

Through collaboration and determination, CTBC Women’s Network is paving the way for a future where equality drives innovation and progress.

Zahide Sezerman

Director

Vice President, Human Resources, OZ Optics Limited

Nursel
Atar

Director

CTBC Director, CTBC WON VP, DEIK, Turkiye Canada Business Council VP, Founding Partner, Legisterra Consulting

Elvan Amasya

Director

CTBC WON VP, Sales Representative, Royal LePage Real Estate Services Ltd., Brokerage

 Burcu Kaptan

Director

CTBC WoN Exec Team Member, Founder 10Fold-HFX

Bilge Işıkdoğan

Director

CTBC WoN Exec Team Member, Broker, Educator & Tech Enthusiast