MICHELE BAILEY is the CEO of The Blazing Group, a brand and culture agency born of her strategy-first approach to business and desire to enhance employee wellness in pursuit of business goals. Her ad agency, Blazing, is turning branding inside out with MY BIG IDEA(R), a mentoring and wellness program designed to propel individuals forward in their quest for personal and professional success. Michele's boundless energy and vision have earned her international recognition as a champion of women in business. A driving force in bringing the first Women Presidents' Organization (WPO) chapter to Canada, she currently sits on the WPO board as its international representative. A firm believer in the power of gratitude in business, Michele absolutely walks the talk.