Real Time with WLP

As World Menopause month comes to a close, we are pleased to share our 36th episode of Real Time with WLP. Menopause Matters: From Struggles to Strength – Owning Your Menopause Journey – the third of our three-part series – wraps up our conversation with Janet Ko, President and Co-Founder of The Menopause

In this final episode, Janet shares her personal journey with Joanna Wilson and offers inspiring advice about preparing for menopause and the importance of support for women both in and outside of the workforce. Janet’s insights remind us all of the importance of education, empowering ourselves, and advocating for change.

For World Menopause Day on October 18th,  our 35th episode of Real Time with WLP is the second of our three-part series.   Menopause Matters: It’s Time to Change “The Change”  continues our conversation with Janet Ko, President and Co-Founder of The Menopause Foundation of Canada, a national non-profit advocacy organization dedicated to breaking the silence and the stigma of menopause. 

In this episode, we explore the Menopause at Work Report and the push for greater inclusivity and access to menopause care in Canada. The conversation with Joanna Wilson explores why employers must embrace menopause inclusivity, the importance of preparing for menopause, and how both individuals and organizations can help drive change.

In advance of World Menopause Month in October, our 34th episode of Real Time with WLP features Janet Ko, President and Co-Founder of The Menopause Foundation of Canada, a national non-profit advocacy organization dedicated to breaking the silence and the stigma of menopause. In conversation with Joanna Wilson, EVP, Edelman, Janet reveals just how menopause may impact women and their professional journey. Our first in a three-part series, we kick off with Menopause Matters: Navigating Myths, Symptoms & Stigma. In this episode, we tackle menopause as a health equity issue, highlighting The Foundation’s 2022 report The Silence and the Stigma. Join us for this much-needed conversation where we cover how to talk to your healthcare provider, debunk common myths, and explore key symptoms – and hear more about Janet’s goal to close the menopause knowledge gap and empower women in their prime to approach this life stage with confidence.

Janet Ko is President and Co-Founder of The Menopause Foundation of Canada, a national non-profit advocacy organization dedicated to breaking the silence and the stigma of menopause.

Janet has held numerous leadership roles including Senior Vice President, Communications in the global life sciences and senior care sectors. She is dedicated to helping women thrive through their menopausal years and is a passionate speaker and menopause advocate. Janet is honoured to be one of the top 25 Women of Influence Award recipients for 2023. 

This month’s Real Time with WLP podcast

Real Time with WLP's 32nd episode features Lida Citroën who is an award-winning executive coach and personal branding expert who helps global leaders manage their reputations. She has guided thousands across 30 countries and her work is featured in top media outlets like Forbes and Harvard Business Review. Author of six award-winning books and a recognized keynote speaker, Lida also volunteers to help veterans transition to civilian careers. Her clients include industry giants such as Google, HP, and LinkedIn.

Real Time with WLP’s 31st episode features Kim Ferras, Senior Biopharmaceutical Representative at Amgen, speaking to the importance of Self-investment:  How to make Physical Fitness a Sustainable Priority.

With over 20 years’ experience, Kim, speaks frankly with Virginia Fairbanks, Mental Health Specialist, Lundbeck, on how health and fitness can play a vital role in humanizing the workplace, and can lead to career growth and improving overall business results.  Kim shares her philosophy of making physical fitness achievable and sustainable within one’s personal and professional life. 

Episode 29’s podcast features Domenico Beneveneto, Vice President of the Canadian Business Unit at MIP, our second male guest in our Real Time with WLP series. In this podcast, Domenico speaks with Jody Franklin, Director, Partnerships & Commercial Sales, CPhA, where he shares his philosophy on how one’s own approach as a leader can create workplace opportunities for women to succeed.  Take time to reflect on how women professionals can more proactively seize opportunities.

About Domenico Benevento

Domenico is a highly accomplished leader with nearly two decades of experience in the pharmaceutical, medical device, and medical consumables industries. Currently serving as the Vice President for the Canadian business unit at MIP, Domenico holds the reins in shaping the strategic direction and overseeing the commercial management of the Canadian division. Known for his customer and stakeholder-centric approach, he brings a distinctive perspective to problem-solving, ensuring that MIP's business aligns seamlessly with the needs of all those involved.

Domenico's journey began as an award-winning sales representative, demonstrating proficiency across diverse disease areas including Cardiology, Cystic Fibrosis, and Oncology. His versatility extends to contributions in sales, marketing, training, commercial operations and fostering collaborations

Valuing purpose-driven leadership, Domenico's strategic vision is

Episode 28 is a special year-end podcast featuring some of our inspiring past guests (Christine Sakdalan, Chris Cummins, Dr. Carol Parker, Vanessa Roknic, Emma Charles, and Dana Singleton).  In this final podcast of 2023, they reflect on what they wish they had known earlier in their careers and share these moments that will inspire you to take pause for your own professional reflection.

This month’s Real Time with WLP podcast episode is with Dana Singleton, Senior Vice President & Sector Lead – Health at Edelman.  In conversation with Jessica Lovett, Dana explores Finding Balance in your Life as a Rule, not a Goal.

She shares her view on the concept of balance, exploring its misconceptions and dynamic nature when managing different aspects of life.  As a woman leader responsible for managing teams, she has practical guidance on achieving personal balance and on how she supports her teams with their own self-investment.  Take a few minutes for yourself & listen to this thought-provoking conversation.

At Edelman, Dana leads accounts for Novartis, Sanofi-Genzyme, GSK, AstraZeneca, Merck Canada Inc. Her extensive experience includes work in a diverse number of therapeutic areas including neurology, rheumatoid arthritis, atopic dermatitis, mental health, chronic pain, digestive

On behalf of her clients, she and her teams have been recognized in Canada and internationally with industry awards from the Canadian Public Relations Society, the International Association of Business Communicators and the Canadian Marketing Association. Dana also serves as the Canadian lead for GWEN, Edelman’s Global Women’s Equality Network.