About Us

We are Global ChangeMakers

 

Mission

As global ChangeMakers, we are here to empower you by offering DEI-driven leadership training, marketing and consulting, mentorship, and professional development. Our mission is to support your personal and professional growth, connect you with like-minded individuals, and give you the tools to lead with inclusivity and integrity. Together, we can drive positive change in your career, business, and the world.

Vision

Our vision is to inspire you to be the change—both in the world and within yourself. As a member of our global community, you can grow, connect, and transform through DEI-focused training, mentorship, and leadership development. We believe in your ability to lead with purpose, and together, we will create a more inclusive and impactful future.

Values

Inclusivity: We believe your voice matters and are dedicated to creating a space where you feel heard, respected, and valued.

Empowerment: Our goal is to uplift and support you on your journey, providing the guidance, mentorship, and connections to help you thrive personally and professionally.

Integrity: We operate with honesty and transparency and encourage you to lead with these same principles.

Collaboration: We value working together and know that by connecting you with others who share your vision, we can achieve greater impact.

Innovation: We encourage you to think boldly and embrace new ideas to shape the future of leadership and DEI.

Self-Transformation: We believe in the power of personal growth and invite you to ‘be the change’ within yourself, so you can make a difference in the world around you.

The Butterfly Effect

Like the butterfly effect, where small actions can lead to significant changes, your journey in business can create powerful ripples. Your growth, connections, and leadership have the potential to inspire and impact not just your life but the world around you. Take the first step today—spread your wings and watch your influence soar. Join us and become the catalyst for change…

Feel the Butterfly Effect and Become a Member

Join Our ChangeMaker Collective Membership now for $0. We define a ChangeMaker as someone who has found the self-permission to advance change for the good of all. It is someone who is intentional about solving challenges with a DEI-driven approach, motivated to act as a leader and be creative. Be the change you wish to see in the world and within yourself. We are here to help you on your journey.

 

Benefits

  • Networking
  • Mentorship
  • Speaker opportunities
  • Career and business support
  • Access to courses and events
  • Discounts
  • Weekly newsletter
  • Member Promotion
  • ChangeMaker Business Directory
  • Access weekly support (see events tab)
  • Submit advice, events and more to our blog (must be signed in to submit)
  • Network, connect, share and grow in our “social media” style online portal
  • Get referrals and support with our consulting services

Our Podcast 

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Hi, I’m Leigh Mitchell (she/her), a DEI-driven trainer, digital marketer, and recognized gender equity expert by Statistics Canada. I founded Women in Biz Network (now evolving into ChangeMakers Collective) in 2010 to empower ChangeMakers through inclusive leadership, mentorship, and professional development. As the host of the Empower Hour Podcast and Livestream, I support a global community of changemakers striving for impact.

We offer specialized DEI-Driven leadership training, inclusive marketing consulting and social impact infused business mentorship designed to help individuals and organizations foster more inclusive and innovative cultures. Whether you’re a business looking to strengthen your DEI efforts or an individual seeking mentorship, we’re here to support your growth.

My diverse educational background includes marketing leadership, social and emotional learning, ethical leadership, and gender equity. I’ve worked with governments, nonprofits, and brands like Microsoft Canada, TELUS, and TD Canada Trust, and I teach business and marketing at York University. Featured in CBC News, The Globe and Mail, and the Wall Street Journal, I’m committed to helping others ‘be the change’ they wish to see in the world and in themselves.

Ready to grow with us?

Reach out today to explore how we can work together to create meaningful, lasting change in your career or organization.

Get a Complimentary Confidential Consult

E-mail leigh@leighmitchell.ca for more information or fill out the form below to get a confidential complimentary consult. 

 

Reach out to me for all your DEI-Driven Training & Marketing Consulting Needs. I can provide customized training and facilitation needs. We have a team of certified ChangeMakers to support you.  Email me at leigh@leighmitchell.ca

Fun fact: I designed this website for you personally with love and care. So you might call me a tech-y nerd or an artist – I wear both titles with pride. 

  • Build Your Brand Consulting 
  • Career / Business Strategy Sessions
  • Career & Brand Coaching 
  • Captain & Poet Leadership Training

Our Team Of ChangeMaker Experts

Natalie Haynes, Registered Psychotherapist, DEI (Diversity, Equity & Inclusion) Trainer 

Susan Diaz,
Driving small business growth with AI &  strategic marketing

Jennifer Johnson & Jan Frolic, Certified Leadership Experts, Captains & Poets

Kadine Cooper, Certified Career and Life Transformation Coach

Hilda Gan,
Work Culture & Certified HR Expert | Fascination Advisor

Client & Member Reviews

“I had the good fortune of meeting and working with Leigh through a client activation for the Women in Biz Conference. From our first interaction, she displayed the utmost professionalism and made the process of organizing the project an absolute pleasure. Leigh is personable, hard-working, and incredibly creative. I sincerely hope I have the chance to work with her again in the future.”

-Alicia Olive, Account Executive at Weber Shandwick

“Building great partnerships works when you are able to partner with smart, creative and motivated people who will see the concept through.  Leigh is one of those people.  I worked with Leigh to bring Young Drivers of Canada a positive onsite and online experience for the WIBN Conferences.  What I loved was not only her help in each part of the YD activation but also the results package she sent to me after the conference. The results speak volumes and I have happily worked with Leigh for a couple years now.”

-Suzanne Vukosavljevic, Director of Public Relations, Young Drivers of Canada

 

Leigh Mitchell of Women in Biz Network conveyed her wealth of knowledge engagingly and clearly, in a way that spoke to all different types of businesswomen in our group, no matter their age or background. Leigh shared some great lessons and best practices for anyone looking for a business mentor or to expand their network. Some of her shared strategies include: telling your story, being in places where you can meet new people, making it easy for others to reach out and connect. The presentation was an overwhelming success! Leigh had an answer for every tough question, and she was so engaging throughout that not one participant later said they got distracted or lost interest! We received positive feedback from all our participants, and Leigh got rave reviews.


– Serah Gazali, Director of Program and Impact at Women’s Economic Council

 

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 Super Soul Icon

Joining WIBN has proven invaluable for my business! Not only do I have abundant opportunities to gain visibility in front of my ideal clients, but I’ve received numerous referrals. When it comes to making lasting connections, Leigh Mitchell has that “magic touch”. I recommend becoming a WIBN member to anyone who is looking to boost their business.

-Kamara Toffolo, LinkedIn Global Voice & Resume Write

A big shoutout to Leigh for the work she has done building the Women in Biz Network and for the value she delivers in terms of monthly events and the expert professional mentoring network. I have turned to a couple of the mentors for advice as a new side-hustler. This helped me think bigger picture about some digital marketing I was investing in and saved me time and money. On the job connection front, I’ve also personally benefited from Leigh’s vast network of employer connections. In fact, my current consulting contract is a direct result of Leigh’s employer connections and her recommendation to go after this role. Thank you Leigh for your expertise, your connections and all the value you’ve built in terms of the Woman in Biz Network.

-Verity Dimmock, Vice President, Business Development and Workforce Consulting, OTEC

 

I love working with Women in Biz Network & Leigh Mitchell, Leigh 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

 

Be the change you wish to see in the World & Within Yourself. We are here to help.