Who we are: Championing Diversity, Inspiring Change
ICON Talent Partners is a non-profit talent development organization dedicated to training, mentoring, and. Founded on the principles of equity and inclusion, ICON Talent Partners is a non-profit organization dedicated to empowering individuals from diverse backgrounds to reach their full potential by exposing them to sectors where they are often underrepresented.
While our roots may lie in traditional sectors like investment banking, law, and consulting, we seek to continue to support our community by evolving with their interests. Today, we proudly support aspiring entrepreneurs and seek to forge partnerships in emerging industries, including the vibrant world of arts and culture. By embracing change and championing diversity, we're expanding our horizons and opening doors for the next generation of trailblazers.
What we do: Nurturing Talent, Creating Opportunities
Since our inception in 2019, we’ve been supporting high school and university students, as well as young professionals and entrepreneurs through our comprehensive programs and initiatives.
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Fellowship Program
Our flagship fellowship program is the cornerstone of our mission. By providing hands-on training, mentorship, and networking opportunities, we equip talented individuals with the skills and support they need to thrive in their chosen fields.
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ICON Accelerate Symposium
Each year, we bring together thought leaders, industry experts, and change-makers for the ICON Symposium. This dynamic event is a hub of inspiration, knowledge-sharing, and collaboration, where ideas are born and connections are forged. Through workshops, panels, and networking sessions, we're igniting passion and fostering innovation.
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Scholarship Opportunities
We have partnered with organizations such as KPMG and Fasken to bring scholarships and internship opportunities for students at various levels interested in business and law.
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2023 Highlights
In addition to our regular programs throughout the year, we hosted our first-ever Accelerate Symposium at the Microsoft and OneEleven Toronto headquarters! The two-day event was a huge success, filled with entrepreneurs and aspiring entrepreneurs who pitched ground-breaking ideas to investors in attendance.
From the engaging panels to the pitch competition, start-up fair and after-party, attendees were part of something iconic and we can’t wait to bring back the same energy this year!
Upcoming Events/Opportunities
In case you missed it, the deadline for our scholarship program in collaboration with Fasken has been extended to April 8, 2024! This unique opportunity provides ten scholarships of $2,000 each, access to mentorship from a Fasken lawyer, and the chance to participate in sessions led by Fasken lawyers imparting valuable insights into diverse aspects of legal practice.
Apply below with your resume, cover letter and transcripts, or share with anyone who might be interested. Applications must be sent to scholarships@icontalent.org.
ICON x Fasken Scholarship Program
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Stay tuned for more updates, insights, and success stories in the next editions of ICON Digest!
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A Word from our Founders
It has been both an honour and a privilege to build ICON Talent Partners from a mere idea/concept in 2019 to a fully functioning not-for-profit in 2024 which has impacted and will continue to impact the lives of BIPOC (specifically Black and Indigenous) youth and young professionals for the years to come.
We are humbled by the corporations such as Fasken, KPMG Canada, L'Oreal, Georgian, RBC and others who have joined us in this journey throughout the past 5 years.
As we embark on our continued evolution and development of ICON, we are thrilled by the global impact we will have as we "disrupt" ourselves in the way that many organizations have done so in the past.
Thank you for joining us in this journey as the best is yet to come!
With much appreciation and gratitude,
Derrick and Marilyn Raphael
ICON Talent Partners Co-Founders
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