Andrew Best Email & Phone Number

Calgary, Ab, Ca

Calgary, Alberta, Canada

For 30+ years, I have been insatiably curious about what drives visionary leaders and organizations to seize opportunities, deliver value and create wealth. As a lifelong entrepreneur, I know only too well that behind every success story is a dream realized through blood, sweat and tears - and an unrelenting sense of purpose. I have had the privilege of helping tell those stories for the Energy, Forestry, Mining, Tourism, Construction and Aerospace industries; every level of government and Indigenous organizations across the country.My grandfather was one of the first Indigenous pilots in WWII and courageously flew Mosquito Night Fighter missions over Europe, then became a test pilot, and was third in line to fly the Avro Aero. As accomplished as he was, he would never admit he was an "Indian". He inspired me to fight for what I believe in, to know the sky is literally the limit; and as a proud Metis, I have spent much of my career helping companies, governments and Indigenous organizations to foster greater understanding, respect and opportunities.My role at Red Feather Strategies is to leverage all this experience to help capture the essence of our client's purpose, values and mission, then harness our talented team to create impactful creative and strategy that engages, connects, drives growth and prosperity.

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Libra Lithium Corp. is focused on advancing and developing a portfolio of grassroots lithium exploration projects in Canada and gold projects across North America. Libra Lithium’s asset portfolio includes the 100%-owned Flanders North, Flanders South, Burton, Tennent, Lithium Hill, Bitchu, Kivinen and Twist lithium projects, which together cover ~60,000 ha of prospective ground in northwestern Ontario. The Libra Lithium team, including its Board, management, and advisors, comprises a mix of qualified executives, engineers and geoscientists, with extensive experience in mining and mineral exploration, capital markets, asset management, oil and gas, and First Nations engagement.

Calgary, Alberta, Canada

NATION BUILDERSLevelling the playing field for rural and Indigenous Canadians.Nation Fiber builds telco-grade network backbones with high-capacity fibre optic cable to deliver telecommunication services to communities, businesses, government and hyperscalers. This critical digital infrastructure will level the playing field for underserved communities and Indigenous Nations, diversify economies, create training, jobs, businesses and contracting opportunities, which will ensure multi-generational wealth creation.

Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Helios, named after the sun god, believes that energy is the lifeblood and minerals are the finite treasure on which we must build a sustainable, equitable world. It is our core belief that the economic horse pulls the social cart, so we focus decades of expertise in Energy, Power, Biomass, Indigenous Partnerships and Capital Markets, combined with innovative technology - to mitigate environmental impact and build wealth, as an advisor, and for our partners and investors.

Calgary, Alberta, Canada

The Helios Group of Companies harness technology to maximize resource and infrastructure potential to benefit everyone, especially Indigenous Nations who have historically been excluded from equitable participation. We are passionate about creating a world where we reduce environmental impacts, level the playing field and unlock a multi-generational legacy of commercial opportunities.

Calgary, Canada Area

Archetype is a full-service television production company specializing in corporate videos, photography and documentaries. Our clients include a broad range of public and private sector organizations across Canada. Our presentations have been seen around the world, and broadcast on Canada's major television networks.

Managed the commercial arm of the aboriginal broadcaster to generate revenue in support of the radio and television departments.

Started at one of seven regional papers in the Victoria Weeklies chain covering police, city council, fire and environment. Within four months was promoted to be the sole Feature Writer for the entire chain and created weekly magazine style exposes.

English, Undergrad

Activities and Societies: Took 2nd year of Undergrad, majoring in English.

Education record

Story Seminar, Screenplay Writing

"A culture cannot evolve without honest, powerful storytelling. When society repeatedly experiences glossy, hollowed-out, pseudo-stories.

Journalism, Journalism

Activities and Societies: Was enrolled in the two year Journalism Diploma. Was one of two students to get a summer job after the first.