ABOUT
Strengthening Women’s Place in Business
Maiaconnex is designed to connect women entrepreneurs with one another and provide them with structured access to major buyers.

The Foundations of Maïaconnex
Maiaconnex is built on core principles that guide both the vision of the project and the design of the platform.
Building a Structured Canadian Network
Our ambition is to make Maiaconnex a leading infrastructure in Canada for women’s entrepreneurship, where a network of thousands of businesswomen can collaborate, grow and gain lasting access to large-scale markets.
15,000+
Women entrepreneurs
Across the Country
Pan-Canadian Presence
RFPs
Structured and accessible
Growning Network
Expanding Ecosystem
The Team Behind Maiaconnex
Maiaconnex is driven by a dedicated team committed to providing concrete support for women’s entrepreneurship and to building equitable access to large-scale markets.

Ruth Vachon
PRESIDENT
“When Women Do Business with One Another, It Is Not Only Their Companies That Grow, It Is the Economy That Transforms.”
As the initiator and driving force behind the Maïa vision, I imagined a business space where women can connect, collaborate and create value together. As a strategic leader and ambassador for the project, my role is to mobilise ecosystems and foster impactful alliances that help build a more inclusive and prosperous economy.

Sihem Neggaz
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
“A Project with Real Impact Does Not Change the World on Its Own, It Changes People, Who Together Change the World.”
I lead the cross-functional deployment of the Maïa project by ensuring its strategic positioning, strong foundations and lasting influence across entrepreneurial, media and economic ecosystems.

Martine Daigle
SENIOR DIRECTOR, PUBLIC AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
“Major progress takes shape when strong partnerships converge around an ambitious vision.”
I maintain a relationship of trust with the Government of Canada, our funding partner, by ensuring transparency, quality results and the promotion of the project’s positive outcomes.

Josépha Bindzi
PROJECT MANAGER, OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT
“Turning Strategic Vision into Concrete Action, with Rigour and Commitment.”
I oversee the logistical coordination of MAÏA initiatives, including events and special projects. I ensure the smooth execution of activities and alignment with strategic priorities.

Manon Fournil-Moussé
CRM AND CONTENT MARKETING SPECIALIST
“Orchestrating Consistent, High-Performing Content to Amplify Impact Across Every Channel.”
I oversee the creation and deployment of marketing content as well as CRM optimisation. I support engagement and retention strategies through targeted communications and effective tools.

Romain Belleville
SENIOR GRAPHIC DESIGNER AND ART DIRECTOR
“Aesthetics in the Service of Meaning.”
As Art Director, I ensure visual consistency and respect for the Maïa brand identity across all communication materials. I support the development team by designing all the communication assets needed to carry the Maïa message.

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