Charmaine McCraw is a Manager of Indigenous Engagement and Training at ORIGIN, a company that connects Indigenous people to employment opportunities and helps corporate Canada to advance along the path of reconciliation. With a BA from Lakehead University and over 15 years of experience in Community Economic and Social Development, McCraw has a strong track record of building capacity and relationships with First Nation communities, Indigenous job seekers, and employers across Northern Ontario.McCraw leads a team that uses innovative approaches to engage and train Indigenous candidates, such as the "Wake the Warrior" and "Operation Innovation 2.0" projects, which increase the impact of positive job acquisition and retention and training to employment models and creates more opportunities for Indigenous people. Previously, McCraw conducted grass-roots driven research on Indigenous participation in the workforce for the Northern Policy Institute, managed Nishnawbe Aski Nation's Economic and Resource Development Unit, and provided input to the Senate Committee on Housing and Infrastructure. McCraw is passionate about facilitating social and economic inclusion for Indigenous people and fostering mutual understanding and respect between diverse cultures and stakeholders.