I am a member of the Montana Cree First Nation, which is located in Maskwacis, Alberta, part of Treaty 6.
Knowledgeable Executive Director and Program Manager skills with proven track record of leading organizations to growth and success through strategic planning and innovative problem-solving.
Successfully managed diverse teams, driving operational efficiency, and fostering collaborative environments. Demonstrated excellence in financial oversight and stakeholder engagement.
As a member of the University’s Executive team, the Executive Director, Indigenous Initiatives acts as an advisor to the President + Vice-Chancellor while also providing leadership and vision in co-creating ECUAD’s strategic plan both generally as a member of the executive group, and specifically in relation to its commitments to Indigeneity, decolonization, and reconciliation.
The Artist-in-Residence (A-i-R) Program Manager at the Institute of American Indian Arts (IAIA) in Santa Fe, NM oversees the program, which provides stipends, studio space, and campus housing for artists.
As director and curator for Urban Shaman Art Gallery in Winnipeg, supporting Indigenous artists and broadening the horizons of contemporary art in Manitoba and beyond.
With over thirty years of experience as a practicing Curator and fifteen years in senior leadership within the Indigenous arts sector, I have dedicated my career to elevating regional artistic practices into international dialogues. My background blends high-level curatorial vision with robust administrative oversight, including managing million-dollar institutional budgets at the Institute of American Indian Arts.
Beyond my curatorial work, I am an accomplished fundraiser and strategist. I successfully led a non-profit organization to achieve top-tier Canada Council CKS funding, demonstrating a deep understanding of the fiscal requirements necessary to sustain Indigenous-led arts initiatives.
A committed voice in the field, I have authored over 20 critical essays since 2001 and have been recognized with prestigious honors, including the Hnatyshyn Award, Manitoba Arts Council, and Emily Carr University. My expertise is frequently sought after as an invited speaker and as a regular adjudicator for civic, provincial, and federal funding bodies, contributing to the growth and sustainability of the arts ecosystem at every level
Indigenous Curatorial Collective (ICCA)