Breakthrough is led by Gabby Nobrega, a communications professional with extensive experience spanning agency, corporate, trade associations, and not-for-profits.
She established Breakthrough in 2010 following successful roles with a leading global agency where she held management and consulting positions managing consumer, healthcare clients and business developments. She also has experience managing business development, communication, and events for Canada’s largest trade association representing food and consumer good manufacturers and led communications for the Canadian division one of the world’s largest and most respected healthcare companies.
A multiple award recipient, Gabby has a track record for delivering growth, innovation, and reputation goals for Fortune 100 companies, Canadian SMEs, associations, and foundations. She also has helped many C-level leaders enhance their visibility and helped companies manage a range of issues from product recalls, to employee fatality, and CEO misconduct.
She is passionate about using her time and talents for social good. In the same year that she started Breakthrough, she also created the Toronto chapter of the Network for Executive Women, an organization designed to advance and promote women in leadership in the retail and consumer goods sector. She was presented with the NEW Best Regional Award for her efforts. She actively takes part as a mentor today.