The Mackenzie Investments Award for Female Trailblazer of the Year

“I feel really honoured to be winning this award in a category with so many amazing women, and I don’t take that lightly” – Jackie Porter, Carte Wealth Management

JACKIE PORTER of Carte Wealth Management called her win for Female Trailblazer of the Year “a shock” and “a complete privilege.” She attributed the award to her passion for sharing her own story to empower other women financially.

“My story is a person who has come from nothing, and if I can inspire women who come from nothing to create their own wealth, it is something I am honoured to do,” she said. “Just because you start somewhere doesn’t mean that’s where you end up.”

Jennifer Chung, district vice-president at award sponsor Mackenzie Investments, said that although the Female Trailblazer of the Year Award is a step in the right direction, “always more can be done. It’s about constant communication and support, giving women the opportunities and just letting them lead in different facets. The more women you see in different leadership roles, the more women are inspired to join the industry.”