FINALIST WOMEN ENTREPRENEUR OF THE YEAR (ERNST & YOUNG and Women’s Y)
Carla Maria Khanjian was nominated among the 3 finalists for the Women of Distinction Award (Entrepreneurship) organized by Women’s Y Foundation and event partner Ernst & Young. A citizen of the world, Carla-Maria Khanjian has held various high-level positions in North America, China, Europe and the Middle East. Known for her entrepreneurial flair, in 2002 she became the President and CEO of BeFutur Biotechnologies Suisse SA, a biotech company she now co-owns with her sister Irma. She has since launched a new line of skincare products under the Swiss biotechnology company’s LA PEAU label – an anti-aging skincare line that is gaining rave reviews against the market leaders in cosmetics. Since its launch in Europe & North America, thousands of women and men all over the world have benefited from this cosmetic jewel. This exceptional skincare line has helped many women gain back their self-esteem by making them feel and look greatâ€, added Dr Elias Michael (MD, Board certified Dermatologist & Dermatologic surgeon; Associate Professor of Dermatology at Columbia University, NYC)
Gala Event Partner: ERNST & YOUNG
Other Partners & Sponsors: RBC, COGECO, Desjardins, BELL, Banque Nationale, TD Groupe Financier, LOTO Québec, SUN LIFE, Hydro Québec, Banque Scotia, La Presse, The Gazette, Les Affaires, Le Devoir, JACOB, Québec Culture Communications et Condition Féminine.