Jennifer Flanagan, Co-founder and CEO of Actua, is a visionary leader focused on equipping Canada's youth with critical future skills, including AI-readiness, through transformative STEM engagement. Under her leadership, Actua reaches 500,000 youth annually, creating pathways to careers in a rapidly evolving technological landscape.
Jennifer is dedicated to ensuring equitable access to these vital skills for underrepresented youth, including Indigenous youth, girls, Black youth and those in underserved communities. Her impactful contributions have been recognized through numerous accolades, including Canada's Top 100 Most Powerful Women Hall of Fame, the Bold Woman Award by Veuve Clicquot, a Top 25 Women of Influence award, and an Honorary Doctorate of Science from Concordia University.
