As the CEO of Orijinative Aerial Innovations, I lead a company dedicated to enhancing the well-being of First Nations communities through innovative, intentional social-environmental designs that incorporate drone technology into everyday life. Our vision is to empower individuals with the tools needed for sustainable land stewardship, education, and connectivity, fostering a future where technology, culture, and the environment harmoniously contribute to our communities' holistic development and resilience.In my role, I oversee our programs' strategic and operational direction, from health technology solutions to environmental applications. By integrating drone technology with Indigenous knowledge, our mission is to address local challenges and improve quality of life through systems that support environmental stewardship, health care, education, and economic development.Objectives of My Role:Work closely with our strategic partners, governments, not-for-profits, and community advocates to assess and address issues impacting Indigenous communities.I oversee daily operations, ensuring all program strategies align with our vision and maintaining compliance, quality assurance, and operational efficiency.Identify staffing requirements to ensure smooth operations and foster a work environment that attracts and retains talent, driving our mission forward.Represent Orijinative Aerial Innovations as a spokesperson and liaison with media and industry associations, elevating the First Nations' voice in drone technology.With a strong background in Indigenous studies and extensive knowledge of the challenges our communities face, I bring clear communication, decisive leadership, and a deep commitment to making meaningful impacts through drone innovation. Our determination and drive are unwavering as we strive to make a difference.

Indigenous Aerospace is on a mission to build RPAS businesses in First Nations communities. Our work seeks to enhance the quality of life throughout the communities we work with and for. I oversee the strategic and operational efficiency of our outreach and training programs, equipment and maintenance supply chain, customized solutions and staff. I have a strong background in Indigenous studies and a broad understanding of the challenges our communities face. I bring strong leadership skills, and I will deliver clear communication and decisiveness in implementing our initiatives.Objectives of this RoleWork closely with our strategic partners, governments, not-for-profits, and community advocates to inform, assess, and address issues that affect Indigenous Aerospace.Oversee Indigenous Aerospace's daily operations, providing executive direction on all program strategies, compliance, quality assurance, and program efficiency.Identify and implement staffing requirements for efficient operations, maintain a strong culture and work climate that attracts and retains staff, and drives our mission.Represent Indigenous Aerospace, increase awareness, and elevate First Nations voice in the drone industry by being the spokesperson and liaison with media and industry associations.My staff and I are guided by the OCAP Principles.

As the CEO and Managing Partner of Pontiac Group Inc.- a community development firm- I steered First Nation business development initiatives in strategic and innovative areas. I led cannabis advancements in many First Nations and initiated large-scale commercial drone projects in remote First Nations. Many of our files were high profile and I excelled at complete stakeholder engagement throughout.