On March 19, 2025, Deloitte Toronto hosted an insightful event, "Leading from Feminine Energy," under the wing of International Women’s Day in collaboration with LPMN - Latin Project Management Network, Hispanotech.ca, and The British Canadian Chamber of Trade and Commerce. The hybrid event brought together industry leaders, professionals, and changemakers to explore how embracing Feminine Energy strengthens leadership, enhances decision-making and fosters collaboration across all professional fields.
Keynote Speakers and Key Takeaways:
Brent McCann shared valuable insights on balancing energy, emphasizing mindfulness practices such as meditation and journaling as key tools. He highlighted the necessity of embracing Feminine Energy and reminded us that time is our most valuable gift.
Lucia Gallegos delved into how Feminine Energy influences leadership styles through empathy, intuition, creativity, and collaboration; she addressed critical topics such as preventing burnout, overcoming self-doubt, avoiding over-functioning, and improving communication.
She also discussed the mind-body connection, comparing the impact of power yoga (releases masculine energy) and yin yoga (nurtures feminine energy). She emphasized the importance of self-care in leadership, including practices like pausing before reacting (rest-reflection), setting emotional boundaries, and balancing assertiveness with empathy.
Lucia also explored cultural conditioning and societal pressures—such as guilt, shame, and people-pleasing tendencies—often prevent individuals from prioritizing self-care. She highlighted the power of seeking support through delegation and mentorship to enhance leadership effectiveness.
Karima-Catherine Goundiam (KC) shared her entrepreneurial journey and the creation of B2BeeMatch, a B2B networking platform akin to a "Tinder for businesses." She spoke candidly about starting her entrepreneurial path in her 30s, emphasizing that authenticity is key and that expecting nothing from others is a strength.
Rebeca Lopez Ordonez, representing a Generation Z perspective, offered a refreshing take on leadership, which was shaped by the values instilled in her by her single mother. She highlighted iconic women throughout history—including Marie Curie, Greta Thunberg, Mother Teresa, and others—who have leveraged Feminine Energy to impact various fields despite different eras and societal challenges.
In addition to the keynote sessions, attendees engaged in a Q&A session, sharing their experiences and perspectives on leveraging Feminine Energy in leadership.
The event fostered thought-provoking discussions and meaningful networking, inspiring participants to integrate these insights into their professional and personal journeys.
Thank you to everyone who made this empowering event possible. We look forward to continuing these conversations and fostering more vigorous, balanced leadership.
