2026 Edition
Inclusive Young Leader Award
Building bridges, bringing talents together and cultivating diversity on a daily basis.
Sponsored by:
Inclusion as a driver of success
This category highlights an individual's exceptional commitment to creating work environments or communities where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive. This award recognizes concrete actions promoting equity, diversity, and inclusion, demonstrating that true leadership is measured by its ability to uplift others.
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The finalists
Biography
Franck-Maleek Djamat-Dubois is a committed leader, entrepreneur and founder of Kids Connect Africa (KCA), an international organization dedicated to developing leadership among young Africans.
Based in Canada, he also works as a marketing consultant, supporting companies in their growth and acquisition strategies.
Through KCA, he has mobilized hundreds of dedicated young Africans in Canada, Ivory Coast and soon in France, creating spaces for dialogue, training and community impact.
Its mission is to build the next generation of conscious, ambitious African leaders rooted in their identity.
Biography
Having settled in Canada in 2019, Julie Jardel quickly became a role model for community engagement within Hamilton's Francophone community. With her background in organizational management and international experience, she inspires people around meaningful projects that embody human values. As head of the Centre francophone de Hamilton from 2021 to 2024, she fostered significant growth in cultural activities, contributing to the integration of newcomers and the inclusion of seniors. Now a provincial development advisor, she continues her commitment by supporting community development through consulting and volunteer work.
Biography
Since my high school years, I have dedicated myself to serving the Francophone community, promoting equity, inclusion, and empowerment, particularly for women. Through my firm, AZ Consulting, I designed and facilitated over 200 webinars in 2025-2026 across the country, from Ontario to Yukon, in collaboration with community and national organizations. My work has strengthened the leadership and entrepreneurial spirit of hundreds of people, including women in integration programs. My involvement with RESDAC, at the national level, contributes to building inclusive, equitable, and sustainable environments by supporting skills development and lifelong learning.
The jury of the category
Gallery of Laureates
Discover the exceptional personalities who paved the way.
2025
Georges S. Nana
Georges S. Nana is an ecosystem builder, entrepreneur, and financial intelligence expert. With over 15 years of experience in project management and startup incubation, he has supported more than 1,000 entrepreneurs in Africa and North America. Committed to economic inclusion, he founded and led the CACIA incubator-accelerator and SAFIED (Salon du Financement et du Partenariat pour l'Entrepreneuriat Diversifié – Financing and Partnership Fair for Diversified Entrepreneurship), facilitating access to funding and opportunities for entrepreneurs from diverse backgrounds. An author and dedicated mentor, he believes that every transition is an opportunity and works towards a more equitable and inclusive economy.
🏆 Gala successionON 2026
Celebrate the next generation of Franco-Ontarian business leaders!
Join us on Friday, May 29, 2026 for the most anticipated event of the year. Come celebrate the boldness, innovation, and leadership of our young talents.
Details of the evening:
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📅 Date: Friday, May 29, 2026
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🥂 On the agenda: Networking cocktail, gala dinner and presentation of the prestigious RelèveON Awards.
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🤝 Who will be there? Decision-makers, entrepreneurs and the next generation of the Franco-Ontarian ecosystem.
Join us for the party of the year!
Put on your finest outfits and get ready for an exceptional evening of recognition, festivities, and high-level networking.
Official sponsor
Parrains Price
Elite Sponsor
Traditional sponsor
