Montreal, October 22nd 2025 — Nanette Sene, CEO of Montréal-based femtech startup Juno Technologies, was recently named Canada’s Young Black Entrepreneur of the Year. The award was presented at a national ceremony hosted by League of Innovators Accelerator and Manitoba Innovates at the MET in Winnipeg.
The event brought together 21 finalists selected from over 500 applicants, alongside leading startup partners from across the country.Attendees heard from speakers including Jake Karls, Mike Fata, and Jennah Dohms, with a surprise appearance by Joshua Simair, founder of Skip the Dishes. Flair Airlines also gave away flight vouchers during the celebration.
The award was presented by Emy Ezeani of Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP and the Black Entrepreneurs & Businesses of Canada Society (BEBC).
Reflecting on the recognition, Sene shared:
“As a Black woman in her 20s, I know the odds aren’t always in our favor. But I will always choose radical optimism—to never internalize others’ limiting beliefs, and to always have the courage of my convictions.”
Juno Technologies expressed gratitude to the organizers and looks forward to closing out 2025 with continued momentum.
About Juno Technologies: Juno Technologies is a medtech startup founded by two women, focusing on women’s health. They are developing a revolutionary device to relieve menstrual pain without medication.
