Dolce proudly presents its Summer Edition of empowering women whose work ethic and entrepreneurial spirit have defined the next generation of female leaders.

It isn’t easy to fully encapsulate what an empowered woman is because the definition extends beyond having the freedom to make choices and lead one’s own life. Among the many qualities she possesses, an empowered woman today is strong, passionate, and tenacious. Above all, she is a woman who has been inspired.

While inspiration can come in many forms, the speakers at Dolce’s Third Class of Empowering Women have been inspired by personal struggles and by being told “it can’t be done,” and turned doubt and criticism into fuel for their ambition. The fashion, beauty, automotive, culinary and real estate industries have been indisputably elevated with their contributions.

Dolce is proud to present this group of inspirational women, who are leaders in their industries, role models in their communities, and fearless in pursuing their personal and professional goals. They affirm that actions carry more weight than words and that backing up those words with meaningful actions is key.

Before trailblazing to the pinnacle of their fields, each one of these sisters, mothers, daughters, and grandmothers were asked, “Why are you doing this?” Now the question has become “How did you do it?”

1. DIMITRIA DAVIDSON
The president & CEO of Indeed Labs and founder of pH-In Skin believes in defining beauty by individuals, not products. Frustrated by limited skincare options, she co-founded Indeed Labs in 2010 and founded pH-In Skin in 2023 to offer targeted, honest, science- backed affordable solutions. Dimitra, an industry innovator, prioritizes consumer needs and advocates for positive change. These experiences paved the way for her establishment of Indeed Labs, which has achieved over ten years of success and is available worldwide.
indeedlabs.com
@indeedlabs

2. RANA FLORIDA
As CEO of the Creative Class Group, Rana’s clients include Meta, BMW, Starwood, IBM, Microsoft, Johnson & Johnson and more. With years of experience in corporate strategy and marketing, her book, Upgrade, was a business best-seller. Her philanthropic work includes Silver Art Projects which provides artists free residency at the World Trade Center, The National Ballet of Canada, Best Buddies Canada, Voices for Children and several others.
www.creativeclass.com
@rflorida

3. COURTNEY WATKINS
The owner of Mine & Yours, Canada’s leading luxury resale business, Courtney began her fashion career in LA at 17, attending FIDM. With over 10 years in business, she’s opened two beautiful stores in Vancouver and one in Toronto and has a strong online presence. She’s revolutionizing resale one iconic bag wall at a time.
mineandyours.com
@mineandyoursco

4. NERMA PASALIC
A dedicated Realtor® at REVEL Realty and an ambitious entrepreneur, Nerma is driven by a passion for personal growth and continuous learning. Embracing challenges and seeking motivation, she forges her pathway with determination. Committed to innovation, Nerma infuses creativity into real estate, pushing boundaries to inspire and create a positive impact.
nermapasalic.revelrealty.ca
@nerma.pasalic

“The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.”
— Erich Maria Remarque

5. TALII
Named after the dynamic mother-and-daughter team Lisa and Talia Gattoni, TALII specializes in suede microfiber towels. Founded over eleven 6 years ago, TALII creates environmentally friendly products and emphasizes quality, variety, and personalized customer service. With a talented creative art department, TALII offers a product line that caters to clientele’s needs. Offering 28 colours and 14 sizes, TALII adds a unique touch to any home, outdoor, travel, or gift occasion.
talii.ca
@taliitowels

6. CLAUDINE MONTANO
Founder & CEO of Penthouse Queen Inc., Toronto’s Finest Penthouses and Luxury Properties, delivered with concierge service & expertise, built on technology and scalability. Her brand caters to the lifestyles of CEOs, HNWI, professional athletes and celebrities. Recipient of numerous awards over 18 years, she is also a mother, philanthropist, upcoming author and disruptor, revolutionizing luxury real estate with her passion for digital, tech and white-glove service.
Penthousequeen.com
@penthousequeen

7. AMANDA DIANA
Discover transformative beauty with Amanda Diana at Doll Lashez. After decades of perfecting her iconic techniques that empower and celebrate every woman, Amanda has developed her own line of luxury products, proudly featured at Holt Renfrew since 2023. We invite you to experience a new standard of beauty with Doll Lashez.
www.dolllashez.com
@doll.lashez

8. SHARON WEISHAR
As the Director of Growth at Keller Williams Legacies in Vaughan, Sharon engages and attracts associates through business consulting, disruptive training and technology. As the co-author of Empow-HER-ed, set to be released in fall 2024, and the leader of ConnectHER, a women’s business networking group in Vaughan, she is changing the way we think about networking by emphasizing authentic connections and leveraging the collective expertise and talents of community members to help businesses prosper.
@connecther.vaughan