RaiseHER Co.

What RaiseHER Co. does

RaiseHER Co. is a Saskatchewan-based, for-impact leadership development and advocacy organization founded in 2019 and headquartered in Regina, operating with 1-10 employees across a multi-program portfolio targeting women and girls, post-secondary students, working professionals, and organizations seeking DEI and leadership training. Its core offerings include the free She's Here Mentorship Program (a project-based intergenerational program pairing up to 20 students/new professionals aged 18-25 with 20 working professionals aged 25+, delivered in partnership with the University of Regina Champions of Change Club), the C.A.M.P. summer camp for girls and gender-diverse youth in grades 5-8 (run with Big Brothers Big Sisters Regina), The Rise Academy (a paid, three-phase RISE/RAISE/RESHAPE inclusive leadership training program priced from $300 per person per phase), and bespoke Speaking & Consulting services for organizational keynotes, workshops, and facilitation. The organization has no proprietary technology platform; its core IP is curriculum, brand, and a curated regional network of 35+ partner organizations, 120+ featured local leaders, and a volunteer RaiseHER Community Advisory Committee. Media properties (The Scaries podcast, Musings blog, Instagram, TikTok) and a branded merchandise shop support community engagement and modest direct revenue, while sponsorships from WESK, the University of Regina Alumni Association, and Saskatchewan Community Foundation underwrite free programming. The leadership team comprises co-founders Talitha McCloskey (Co-Founder; Senior Manager of Impact Partnerships & Government Relations at Growclass), Skylar Gerard (Co-Leader; Director of Development and Communications at YWCA Regina), Gwen Keith (Co-Founder; former 25-year CEO of Weyburn Catholic school division), and Dr. Marlene Smadu (Co-Founder; former President of the Canadian Nurses Association). Revenue is not publicly disclosed; the organization is funded through a mix of program fees, sponsorships, donations, and consulting income with no institutional venture capital.

Name

RaiseHER Co.

Legal name

RaiseHER Co.

Website

https://raiseherco.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2019

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

RaiseHER Co. is a Regina, Saskatchewan-based for-impact organization that delivers mentorship, youth summer camps, paid leadership training, and DEI consulting for women, girls, and organizations across Western Canada.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Leadership Development and Training Services

NAICS

Professional and Management Development Training (611430), Child and Youth Services (62411), Social Advocacy Organizations (8133)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200), Services-Social Services (8300)

akta.pro primary industry

Youth Leadership, Civic Education & Service-Learning Nonprofits (BPAGADAI)

akta.pro secondary industries

Executive Leadership & C-Suite Development (EDABAAAA), K–12 Support & School Improvement Nonprofits (BPAGADAB)

Keywords

• Leadership development programs
• Women's mentorship services
• Inclusive leadership training
• DEI speaking and consulting
• Youth empowerment programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Regina

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Speaking & Facilitation Services: Dynamic presentations, workshops, and facilitation services delivered to organizations, communities, and individuals on leadership, culture, and community-building topics. Delivered in-person, virtual, or hybrid formats.
2. Rise Academy Leadership Training: Three-phase inclusive leadership training program (RISE, RAISE, RESHAPE) for leaders at various stages. Pricing starts at $300 per person per phase with special pricing for non-profits and community groups.
3. Merchandise Sales: Sale of branded merchandise including crew sweatshirts and other apparel through the online shop.
4. Sponsorships & Partnerships: Funding received through program sponsorships (e.g., University of Regina Alumni Association as mentorship program sponsor, WESK as honorarium sponsor) and organizational partnerships.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion4 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

RaiseHER Co. delivers leadership development, mentorship, and advocacy programs for women and girls in Saskatchewan and across Canada. Its core offerings include the free She's Here Mentorship Program (intergenerational project-based mentorship), C.A.M.P. (a mentor-led summer camp for grades 5-8 youth), The Rise Academy (a three-phase inclusive leadership training program for organizations), and Speaking & Consulting Services on leadership, DEI, and culture topics.

Product overview

RaiseHER Co. is a Saskatchewan-based, for-impact leadership development and advocacy organization offering an integrated portfolio of programs and services. The core offerings include the She's Here Mentorship Program (a free project-based intergenerational mentorship initiative), C.A.M.P. (a summer camp focused on Confidence, Acceptance, Motivation and Power for youth), and The Rise Academy (a multi-phase inclusive leadership training program). These programs are complemented by Speaking & Consulting Services for organizational workshops, The Scaries Podcast for advocacy content, and merchandise sales. The Advisory Committee (RHA) provides strategic guidance. All offerings are interconnected through the organization's mission to empower women and girls through meaningful connection, mentorship, professional growth, and leadership skill-building across generations.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• She's Here Mentorship Program: A free, in-person, project-based mentorship opportunity for women and gender diverse post-secondary students and new professionals (aged 18-25) matched with working professionals (aged 25+) to foster leadership skills.
• C.A.M.P.
• The Rise Academy
• The Scaries
• Musings

Products and services

• She's Here Mentorship Program Free, in-person, project-based mentorship program pairing up to 20 women and gender-diverse post-secondary students or new professionals (aged 18-25) with up to 20 working professionals (aged 25+) to foster leadership skills through collaborative project work. Participants receive honorariums funded by WESK.
• C.A.M.P. (Confidence, Acceptance, Motivation and Power) Mentor-led group mentoring summer camp for girls and gender-diverse individuals entering grades 5-8, focused on building confidence, acceptance, motivation, and power through engaging educational activities. Delivered in partnership with Big Brothers Big Sisters Regina; participation is free via sponsorships.
• The Rise Academy Inclusive leadership training program with three phases (RISE, RAISE, RESHAPE) helping leaders move beyond checkbox behaviors using intersectional, trauma-aware, justice-centred practices. Pricing starts at $300 per person per phase with special pricing for non-profits and community groups; minimum group size of 5 participants.
• Speaking & Consulting Services Dynamic presentations, workshops, and facilitation services on leadership, culture, community-building, psychological safety, gender bias, allyship, and inclusive communications delivered by experienced local speakers to organizations, communities, and individuals in-person, virtually, or hybrid.

Quantifiable outcome

• 83% of Mentorship Program participants say the program was valuable to leadership development
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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Partnerships

14 partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and minor.

• University of Regina Champions of Change ClubcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFive-year partnership co-creating and co-hosting the She's Here Mentorship Program. Joint program focuses on reducing barriers for Indigenous youth, women and Two-Spirit individuals. Champions of Change Club provides student participants and peer mentoring model.
• Big Brothers Big Sisters Regina and AreacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFifth-year collaboration on C.A.M.P. (Confidence, Acceptance, Motivation and Power) mentor-led summer camp for girls and gender-diverse youth entering grades 5-8. BBBS provides mentee recruitment and program delivery infrastructure.
• Women Entrepreneurs of Saskatchewan (WESK)majorGTM or Marketing PartnerHonorarium sponsor for She's Here Mentorship Program participants. WESK provides funding so all participants (Associates and Professionals) receive honorariums for their time and project contributions.
• University of Regina Alumni AssociationmajorGTM or Marketing PartnerProgram sponsor for 2025/2026 She's Here Mentorship Program. Provides funding and institutional support for the annual mentorship initiative.
• University of Regina Indigenous Engagement OfficecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAdvisory partner for 2025/2026 mentorship program theme on reducing barriers for Indigenous youth, women and Two-Spirit individuals. Helps direct project work, outcomes, and drive sustainability of reconciliation-focused initiatives.
• Indigenous Prosperity FoundationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAdvisory partner for mentorship program focused on Indigenous barriers. Helps direct project work on reconciliation and drives sustainability of program outcomes.
• YWCA ReginamajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMajor community partner; co-hosted Embracing Equity: An International Women's Day Celebration raising over $10,000. Supported Missing Persons Week episode. Partner on advocacy and community initiatives.
• All Nations Hope NetworkmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in advocacy work including MMIWG2S+ awareness. Collaborated on The Scaries podcast episode about Missing Persons Week featuring Happy Charles story.
• Regina Open Door SocietyminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner organization supporting the well-being and advancement of women. Part of network of 35+ local organizations supported through donations, fundraising, and volunteer efforts.
• I AM H.E.R.minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCo-created She's Here mentorship program alongside this organization in September 2021. Partner in youth advocacy and empowerment initiatives.
• Dress for Success ReginaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner supported through fundraising events including Storming the Szarac Celebration of Empowered Women event in October 2022. Supports women's professional advancement.
• Farm Credit CanadaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerFeatured speaker from FCC at RaiseHER Co. events. Represents one of 120+ local leaders featured at events and on digital platforms.
• YWCAminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCo-founder Talitha McCloskey serves as board member. RaiseHER Co. actively supports YWCA initiatives and events.
• Venture for CanadaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCo-founder Talitha McCloskey serves as board/committee member. Supports youth leadership and entrepreneurship programming.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• YWCA Canada: National federation advancing gender equality through advocacy, leadership programs, and community services. Co-leader Skylar Gerard is on YWCA Regina's staff, illustrating close programmatic and network overlap with RaiseHER.

Direct peers

• Catalyst: Global nonprofit dedicated to advancing women in leadership through research, consulting, and inclusion tools. Directly comparable to RaiseHER's leadership development and advocacy mission, though at significantly larger scale.
• Lean In Foundation: Nonprofit founded to empower women through small peer Circles, mentorship, and education — closely comparable to She's Here Mentorship and Rise Academy offerings.
• Girls Inc. Nonprofit inspiring all girls to be strong, smart, and bold through youth programming, leadership development, and mentoring — closely parallels C.A.M.P. and the youth mentorship focus.
• Canadian Women's Foundation: Canada's national public foundation for gender equality, funding programs that move women out of violence and poverty into leadership. Comparable for-impact grantmaking and women-leadership mission.
• Dress for Success: Global nonprofit supporting women's economic independence and professional advancement. RaiseHER partners directly with Dress for Success Regina and serves similar women-focused professional development missions.
• Big Brothers Big Sisters of Canada: National youth mentoring nonprofit. RaiseHER has a five-year strategic partnership with the Regina chapter for C.A.M.P. delivery, making this a direct peer and channel partner in youth mentoring.
• Ellevate Network: Global professional women's network focused on career advancement, mentorship, and leadership — comparable membership/mentorship model targeting professional women.

Emerging players

• Girls Who Code: Nonprofit working to close the gender gap in technology through youth programming and mentorship. Comparable in girls/youth leadership development mission but narrower STEM scope.
• Forte Foundation: Nonprofit focused on launching women into fulfilling careers through business school education and leadership programs. Comparable leadership-development focus with a more education-centric delivery model.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTuberss.com/podcasts/thescaries
• Instagraminstagram.com/raiseherco
• TikToktiktok.com/@raiseherco
• Facebookfacebook.com/raiseherco
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/raiseherco

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Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Funding overview

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Investors

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