This award recognizes a female student or recent graduate (as of April 2023) of international trade who, through her studies and business/community experience, has demonstrated passion and commitment for a career in the field of international trade.  Please note that OWIT Board Members are not eligible for this award.

2023 WINNER

Oluwayomi Dime, Centennial College (R) with Clare Barnett, Brampton Economic Development

Oluwayomi is a student at Centennial College and participated in an eight-week training course on the importation process from China. She is employed with a Nigerian manufacturing company. She has leveraged knowledge from International Marketing and Innovation lectures to enhance social channels. Oluwayomi has demonstrated a keen understanding of cultural diversity, beliefs, and values. She adapts to cultural norms such as respecting Chinese New Year and observing Islamic prayers in Turkey, for effective community and collaboration.

2022 WINNER

Natalie Jiang, Centennial College  (R) with Kathleen Wang , BennettJones

Natalie Jiang of Centennial College has successfully led several projects in international finance. The former Lufthansa employee has completed her Canadian International Freight Forwarders Association Certificate and is passionate about working in the FinTech industry. 

2020 WINNER