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We are excited to share that Daria Batkin, CEO and Founding Lawyer of Icon Law Group, is a 2025 GAIL Award recipientin the Executive Sponsors category, presented by Women's Executive Network (WXN) and MLSE.

WXN (Women’s Executive Network) is a one-of-a-kind community shaping the future of leadership across North America. WXN brings together thousands of bold women, allies, and corporate members in a rich and diverse ecosystem of professional development, networking, thought leadership, belonging, and celebration that propels professional women to rise and lead.

Daria Batkin is a practicing lawyer, founder and CEO of Icon Law Group in Vancouver, British Columbia. Through inclusive hiring, personalized mentorship, and leadership training, she has transformed careers and redefined workplace equity. As a former Chair of the CBABC Women Lawyers Forum, she’s championed systemic change and pay equity initiatives. Her impact extends beyond law through community advocacy and women-focused initiatives. Daria leads by example, using her influence to elevate others and build lasting opportunities for women across Canada.

Each winner will be recognized for their accomplishments on the second day of the GAIL Conference and Awards, held virtually on June 4 and 5, 2025.

More information about the winners: WXN GAIL Awards 2025 winners

This November, the Icon Law Group lawyers Daria Batkin, Ken Armstrong KC and Elnaz Tahanha on behalf of the entire Icon Law team, sponsored the Success Luncheon 2024, organized by Dress for Success Vancouver. On November 20, the foundation brought together its friends, partners, volunteers, and donors to celebrate 25 years of working together to support and empower women.

Dress For Success Vanocuver empowers women to enter the workforce by providing professional attire, career services, and skills development programs. Women are resilient, striving to support themselves and their families. Dress for Success stands on the front lines as an Economic First Responder, helping women achieve self-sufficiency and full employment.

At Icon Law Group, we firmly believe that achieving gender equality is key to creating a sustainable and just world. Women are the backbone of the global economy, and their success benefits everyone. We deeply share this vision and integrate these values into our business, striving to support and empower immigrant women while building a diverse team. We believe a strong community can help women realize their full potential, thrive in their careers and personal lives, and positively impact their families and economies.

It was truly remarkable to see so many influential brands like Aritzia, TD, and Turnabout alongside inspiring individuals, come together to celebrate success and support life-changing programs.

Dress for Success continues to transform lives by equipping women with the tools, confidence, and opportunities they need to thrive. We encourage you to support this incredible organization—whether by donating, volunteering, or attending their events. Together, we can help create a brighter future for women everywhere.

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