Personal Motto: I am a very passionate matriarch bringing peace and confidence to others through my unique presence so that they can see their inner greatness!Professional

Experience:
Facilitation of reconciliation workshops, guest lecturing, conferences, openings, EmceeingExperience in the coordination and successful implementation of strategic and operational work plansProven ability in financial planning, monitoring and reportingSignificant experience in managing program and project administrationExcellent policy analysis and developmentVisionary in developing business and marketing ideas for continued financial successProficient in supervising and guiding peers, co-workers and staffHighly skilled in word processing, spreadsheets, desktop publishing, and the Internet

Award winning Dr Donna Odegaard AM, Elder, Larrakia Traditional Owner Darwin NT, Indigenous leader in business, media, cultural heritage, Indigenous land and sea tenure and management, Indigenous education. Doctor of Letters, PhD, Order of Australia, Lifetime Leadership Award Sir John Storey, Founder/Owner First Nations Broadcasting Australia (television, radio and productions). Naming and Commissioning Lady HMAS LARRAKIA Royal Australian Navy 2005 - 2024

Sharon Taylor was born and raised in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. She received her Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in theatre from Simon Fraser University. She worked extensively in theatre for many years before switching to television and film. She has trained in martial arts since her twenties, and has a second degree black belt in both karate and kickboxing. Upon learning that Sharon was a black belt kickboxer, the producers of Stargate: Atlantis decided to write it into her character's actions in the episode "The Prodigal." Taylor is also trained in Jiu-Jitsu and Muay Thai.

Victoria, a Mi’gmaq entrepreneur from Listuguj, Quebec, recently earned the prestigious 2024 Indspire Award in the Business and Commerce category. With a powerful voice and gift for languages, Victoria is a natural on the stage, moderating and emcee'ing national events that seek to advance economic reconciliation.Earning a fulfilling background in the public service, Victoria has dedicated her efforts to both the First Nation and federal sectors, contributing at the Band, regional, and national levels. Currently serving as the Vice-Chair of the National Indigenous Economic Development Board (NIEDB), Victoria plays a pivotal role in shaping Indigenous economic policy.Victoria is a highly educated professional, holding a BA in political science and an MBA from the University of New Brunswick. From 2020 to 2022, Victoria actively participated in developing the National Indigenous Economic Strategy as a representative of the NIEDB. She also co-chaired a national Steering Committee alongside the Canadian Construction Association.Beyond her professional achievements, Victoria is deeply committed to mentoring and serving as a role model. Actively involved in leadership and capacity development programs, she imparts valuable financial literacy skills to Indigenous youth, contributing to their overall empowerment and success.

Bobbie Racette – the innovator reshaping the digital landscape and the future of work.

Through her work as a visionary entrepreneur, Bobbie has built a reputation as a trailblazer committed to creating an equitable future for all as the Founder and CEO of Virtual Gurus. At the helm of Virtual Gurus, Bobbie isn’t just at the forefront of tech, she’s reframing a path for a future where technology and inclusivity go hand in hand. She’s not just leading a business, she’s showing others the way to success.

Virtual Gurus uses a combination of human insight, machine learning, and innovative technology to match diverse talent with work opportunities and assist other businesses in their growth. The platform is committed to creating meaningful careers for those often overlooked by traditional hiring practices.

As an Indigenous, Métis-Cree, 2SLGBTQIA+ leader, Bobbie has turned personal adversity into a drive for equity. Her deep insights into systemic barriers fuel her efforts to equip underrepresented groups with essential tools and opportunities for success in the workplace and beyond. She demonstrates her unwavering commitment to fostering equity and opportunity within Indigenous communities as Chair of the Board for the Indigenous Prosperity Foundation. Bobbie also sits on the Board of the TELUS Friendly Future Foundation.

Betsy is a venture-backed founder and operator turned investor with over two decades of experience. She is the Founding Partner at Velveteen Ventures investing in children and planet for the next seven generations. She is the first Native American - Turtle Mountain Chippewa - to raise a Series A (over $20M). Betsy serves on the Tufts Innovation Council and she has partnered with Michelle Obama on her Veggies Early & Often movement. In addition to her efforts to propel food equity, she was chosen by the Obama administration to serve as an entrepreneurial ambassador on behalf of the US Embassy to other countries. She has spoken at Google, CES, World Economic Forum, Grace Hopper, TEDx, Food is Medicine Global Summit and served as a judge at the MIT Startup Competition. She has been honored with Entrepreneur's 100 Women of Impact driving real change in business and culture, Chief’s Top 50 Execs in the New Era of Leadership, Cosmopolitan’s New C-Suite 2024 and Forbes 30 under 30.