SAMANTHA HORN

Partner STIKEMAN ELLIOTT LLP

A partner in PwC’s transaction services group, Miriam Pozza has a strong track record of leading multi-disciplinary teams and assisting clients with domestic, cross-border and global transactions. Her experience spans a number of industry sectors including pharmaceuticals, technology and industrial products.

“From a business perspective: Richard Branson. From a humanitarian perspective: Mother Teresa. The quote that inspires me is from Albert Einstein: ‘Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance you must keep moving.’ ”

“Allow flexibility to be person-specific, as opposed to trying to fit in a program.”

“Be confident and dare. Surround yourself with mentors and promoters.”