Shannon Bowen-Smed Awarded 2018 Women Business Enterprise of the Year

CALGARY, Alberta - Sept. 28, 2018 - PRLog -- Today WBE Canada awards Shannon Bowen-Smed, President & CEO of BOWEN Group 2018 Canadian Women Business Enterprise of the Year.

The WBE of the Year recognizes one woman-owned business enterprise in Canada demonstrating excellence in business, namely through growth, innovation, accomplishments, impact on the economy and dedication to community service.

"I am so remarkably proud to be part of an economy driven and led by women," says Shannon. "I do believe we bring a passion, vulnerability and empathy that helps us shine in a special way. I accept this award for all of us. May we continue to champion change and a bright future for all."

Each year, WBE Canada awards women-owned business enterprises (WBEs) who have achieved outstanding success and corporations and government who lead the way in supplier diversity. This year's categories included WBE of the Year, Supplier Diversity Leader of the Year, Corporation of the Year and President's Award.

About BOWEN Group
BOWEN is a leading independent Canadian recruitment and contractor management firm offering corporate, technical, Indigenous and executive recruitment, contingent workforce management and payroll administration from coast to coast. Throughout its 40-year history, BOWEN has transformed the human capital space and placed more than 120,000 candidates across the country. With a commitment to championing inclusive cultures, harnessing diverse talent and enriching safe working environments, it's BOWEN's mission to make people matter.

About WBE Canada
WBE Canada (https://wbecanada.ca/) is a non-profit organization, led by corporate members, that is opening doors to new supply chains. It certifies firms that are at least 51% owned, managed and controlled by women and introduces them to opportunities with corporations. In addition to certification, WBE Canada delivers education, training, coaching and mentoring programs that ramp up the capacity of women business owners to bid successfully on large procurement opportunities. This support contributes to significant growth for women's businesses.

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