Jodi Kovitz

Visionary Leader | Founder, #movethedial

Diversity Equity & Inclusion Activists Business Leaders CEOs

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Jodi Kovitz is the Founder and CEO of #movethedial, a global movement she created to advance the participation and leadership of all women in tech. Since launching #movethedial, she has engaged tens of thousands of people worldwide and helped shape more inclusive practices across the innovation ecosystem.

In 2026, Jodi joined Tangerine Bank as Managing Director, Digital Small Business. In this role, she leads strategic initiatives that support small business growth, digital innovation, and customer-first transformation.

Jodi’s career spans law, technology, business development, and executive leadership. She previously served as CEO of the Human Resources Professionals Association (HRPA), representing over 24,000 HR professionals across Ontario. She also drove growth at Vetster and served as CEO of Peerscale (formerly AceTech Ontario). Earlier in her career, she led business development strategy for the national litigation practice at Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP. She also practiced law at Torkin Manes LLP.

Jodi co-founded #Tech4SickKids, rallying Canada’s tech sector to raise millions in support of SickKids Foundation AI and innovation initiatives. This work helped support the Foundation’s historic $1.7-billion campaign. She serves as a Director on the SickKids Foundation Board and contributes to the Morrissette Entrepreneurship Advisory Board at Western University.

Her leadership has earned national recognition. Jodi has been named one of Canada’s 25 Women of Influence and a two-time WXN Most Powerful Women honouree. The International Association of Business Communicators also recognized her as Communicator of the Year. She has also been featured in Forbes Women.

Jodi holds an HBA from Ivey, an LLB from Osgoode, and an honorary Doctor of Laws from the University of Calgary. She is the author of Go Out of Your Way. She is currently enrolled in the CEO Program at Columbia Business School Executive Education.

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Speaking Topics: Jodi Kovitz

Balance in Business

Jodi shares insights and real-life anecdotes to help audiences navigate competing priorities in life and work. She highlights common challenges and the hurdles we face in high-pressure environments. Audiences leave with simple exercises and practical tactics to clarify what matters most, reduce overwhelm, and move forward with greater intention. While “balance” can feel elusive, focused attention and clear priorities can make a meaningful difference.

Empowerment: Mindful Leadership

Jodi explores the keys to modern leadership and how empowering others creates stronger teams and better outcomes. She blends introspection with practical tools, with an emphasis on mindfulness, trust, and communication. These insights apply across industries, within organizations, and in everyday life. This talk helps leaders build confidence, create alignment, and support others while driving results.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Requires Authenticity

There has never been a more important time for organizations to build cultures rooted in diversity, equity, and inclusion. Many companies make commitments, but real progress requires authenticity, consistency, and leadership accountability. Jodi shares stories and insights on what it takes to build inclusion strategies that work. She draws from her experience founding a global movement advancing women in technology, engaging a community of over 60,000 people and working with more than 50 companies.