June 2009 

Local Business Woman Makes a "World of Difference"

Oakville Chamber of Commerce

OAKVILLE, ON- Company of Women President and Founder Anne Day has won The International Alliance for Woman, (TIAW), World of Difference Award 2009 for her contributions to the economic empowerment of women.

Since 2007, TIAW annually recognizes women world-wide who have made a significant difference to the advancement of women. Day was one of 57 women awarded in 20 countries around the world for her extraordinary achievements. Company of Women supports women business owners, therefore, TIAW recognized her under the 'entrepreneur' category.

"I launched Company of Women seven years ago to connect women business owners with one another," said Day, "I am honored to have won the TIAW World of Difference Award; it is a humbling experience to realize that my efforts have touched the lives of so many women."

As an entrepreneur herself, Day understands the challenges and needs of women business owners. She is dedicated to positively impacting the lives of entrepreneurial women, not just in Canada but globally. Day recently authored a book, Faces of Opportunity, which shares the stories of women in developing countries who have achieved success through micro financing from Opportunity International. All proceeds from the book provide funding for more loans.

Company of Women is one of the fastest growing women's networking groups in the Greater Toronto Area, with over 420 members and four chapters; Company of Women is a diverse and dynamic organization. Visit www.companyofwomen.ca for more information.