Welcome
When I founded Women in Biz Network in 2010, my goal was to create something that didn’t yet exist: a space where professional ambition and personal well-being could coexist. I wanted to build a community that understood that business doesn’t happen in a vacuum; it happens alongside life.
Over the last decade, I have had the privilege of witnessing thousands of women transform their careers and businesses. But what inspires me most isn’t just the milestones they achieve; it’s the way they achieve them—through collaboration, not competition. We built Women in Biz Network because we believe that when women are supported by mentors, allies, and true peers, their potential to create impact is limitless. Whether you are launching a new venture, pivoting your career, or seeking a new leadership role or board position, you do not have to do it alone.
I invite you to bring your skills, your challenges, and your vision to our table. Let’s build something extraordinary together.
Warmly, Leigh Mitchell, Founder, Women in Biz Network
Chief ChangeMaker, Women in Biz Network
Why Join the Women in Biz Network?
Since 2010, we have helped thousands of women navigate the pivotal moments in their careers and businesses. Joining WIBN means stepping into a supportive ecosystem designed to grow as a ChangeMaker Leader.
Access all Training, Templates & Member Benefits with Lifetime Access – Training Library Keeps Growing:
World-Class Mentorship: Gain direct access to our roster of experienced mentors who provide the guidance, accountability, and industry insights needed to accelerate your growth.
Skill-Based Learning: Participate in targeted workshops and training sessions focused on digital literacy, leadership, and sustainable business practices.
Powerful Collective Collaboration: Connect with a diverse, global community of women and allies. Our network is built on genuine relationships, not just transactional exchanges.
Visibility & Advocacy: Amplify your voice and your brand through our member spotlights, speaking opportunities, and advocacy initiatives that champion women in leadership. Including an interview on the ChangeMaker Leader Podcast.
Holistic Support: We recognize that professional success is tied to personal well-being. Our programming supports the whole leader, fostering resilience and work-life harmony.
Learn More About Our Founder:
Leigh Mitchell is a leadership brand strategist, founder of Women in Biz Network and host of the ChangeMaker Leader Podcast. Based in Toronto, she helps purpose-driven entrepreneurs align their brand, business growth, and well-being with meaningful change. She is the creator of the Own Your Imprint™ framework, a proven approach to personal branding that helps leaders define, align, and amplify their unique imprint. She frequently hosts future-proof tech skills training and ChangeMaker Outdoor Leadership Retreats. Leigh has guided thousands of professional women and collaborated with brands including Microsoft Canada, TELUS, and TD Canada Trust. Her expertise has been featured in CBC, The Globe and Mail, and The Wall Street Journal. She studied Marketing Leadership at Sprott School of Business and teaches at York University, YEDI, and the University of Guelph-Humber. A vocal advocate for mental health and inner leadership, Leigh champions mentorship as a pathway to resilience and positive change.
Leigh is also a Forbes Impact Top 10 recipient and a Women of Microsoft award winner. Statistics Canada recognizes her as an EDI Gender subject matter expert. When she isn’t coaching leaders or teaching Business and Digital Marketing, she mentors the next generation of innovators at B-Local Ontario, Rise, YSpace, and The Prosperity Project. Connect with Leigh across social media at ChangeMaker Leader and on LinkedIn.
WIBN Job Board & EDI Support for Women
Joe Cuscianna
Former Talent Acquisition Leader, Meridian Current: Director Talent Acquisition, Great Canadian Gaming Corporation
Commitment
Your commitment to lifting women up shines through in everything you do — from how well you organize events, to how you use your own life & work story to inspire so many. Working with Women in Biz Network is always a pleasure.
-Danielle LaPorte, Author & Oprah 100 Influencer
I love working with Leigh Mitchell and Women in Biz Network. She is whip-smart – she is like a firecracker in most ways (energetic and illuminating). I respect and admire her very much.
-Randy Chan, Director of Strategic and Consumer Marketing, Penguin Random House Canada
Thank you for the invitation to the conversation between you and Jenn Harper, founder of Cheekbone Beauty. It was one of the best entrepreneurial interviews (with some sensational wisdom)
I have experienced. I am a big fan of you, your work on the ChangeMaker Leader Podcast, Jenn, her products, and her commitment to the environment and to First Nations communities.
Natalie Currie. Leadership
Facilitator and Professional Coach
I highly recommend Leigh Mitchell and Women in Biz Network to anyone looking to work with a leader who not only delivers results but does so with empathy and dedication. Joining Women in Biz Network will help you advance in your career and business.
Thank you, Leigh and the Women in Biz Network, for creating such a welcoming space and thanks to all the attendees and speakers. I learned so much and loved connecting with everyone.
Leigh’s expertise in SEO, business analytics, and email marketing made complex concepts easy to understand. Her engaging teaching style, hands-on projects, and practical insights inspired me to think strategically and creatively about digital marketing.
-Vedanshi Joshi, Event Assistant, York University
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Women in Biz Network (WIBN) is a premier national organization dedicated to the professional development and success of Women Entrepreneurs and ChangeMaker Business Leaders. Founded in 2010 by Leigh Mitchell, WIBN has evolved into a global community that bridges the gap between professional growth and well-being.
Over the last decade, we have mentored thousands of women, offering a robust hub for advocacy, skill-building, and meaningful connections. The network connects women with the tools, allies, and training they need to build purposeful careers and sustainable ventures.
Mission: To empower impact leaders with a strong focus on advancing women entrepreneurs to create inclusive, sustainable change through mentorship, skills development, and community collaboration.
Vision: A global network where women and allies lead with confidence, innovate with purpose, and build ventures that uplift communities and economies.
Women in Biz Network recognizes and honours the traditional owners of the lands on which we operate, now known as Canada, the United States, and worldwide. From the First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples to the Native American tribes of Turtle Island and Indigenous communities globally, we acknowledge their enduring connection to their territories.