Rotman Family Entrepreneurship Awards

Date: December 3, 2024 | Time: 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. EST | Location: Zoom

Opening Remarks

Hear from Anne-Marie Mediwake and Rise leadership

Awards Ceremony: Announcing our 2024 Recipients

Celebrate the excellence of Rise entrepreneurs and volunteers

Award Recipients Panel Discussion

An intimate and interactive discussion moderated by Anne-Marie Mediwake

ANNE-MARIE MEDIWAKE

Rise is thrilled that CTV Your Morning’s Anne-Marie Mediwake is back to host the Rotman Family Entrepreneurship Awards for a sixth consecutive year!

An accomplished, multifaceted journalist with more than two decades of news and current affairs experience, Anne-Marie has been the highly respected co-anchor of CBC News Toronto and Global News Toronto and has provided award-winning coverage of some of Canada’s and the world’s biggest news stories. Smart and compassionate, Anne-Marie brings the breadth and depth of her experience to the awards ceremony each year, deftly guiding heartfelt and inspiring conversations with our award recipients.   

AWARD CATEGORIES

Rotman Family Entrepreneur of the Year Award

For the entrepreneur that best exhibits success and growth in their personal and professional lives. They have made smart and sound decisions when it comes to their business planning. Their story is one to be applauded and celebrated and can stand as an example to follow.

Dr. Paul Garfinkel Resilience Award

For the entrepreneur who has overcome significant pitfalls and challenges (either personal or business). They have grit and perseverance and don’t take “no” for an answer. While every Rise client has their own personal challenges, the Resilience Award winner goes further than others in achieving their goals.

Bell Let’s Talk Start-up Award

For the first-time entrepreneur dipping their toes into small business ownership. They have done their homework and research and diligently planned their launch. They’ve already had some initial success and have a clear sightline into where their future lies. Their business must be less than a year old to qualify for this award.

Scotiabank Volunteer of the Year Award

For the Rise volunteer who has gone above and beyond to support Rise clients and the organization. Their tireless dedication to Rise’s mission and contributions to individual clients’ success are models of exemplary service.

Dave Richardson Champion Award

For a Rise community member who embodies the spirit of openness, community and philanthropy personified by Dave Richardson. They are a dedicated Rise supporter whose actions demonstrate a commitment to advancing Rise’s mission through mental health advocacy, client support, contributions of time, talent, resources, and more.

AWARD SPONSORS