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Don Mattess

Forest,BC

Summary

Dynamic leader with extensive experience in operational efficiency and strategic planning at Tl'azt'en Nation. Proven track record in financial administration and community engagement, successfully securing funding for vital programs. Adept at fostering teamwork and developing policies that enhance organizational effectiveness while ensuring compliance and risk reduction.

Experienced executive with strong track record in leadership and governance. Adept at driving strategic initiatives and fostering collaborative environments. Known for flexibility in addressing evolving needs and achieving measurable results. Skilled in financial oversight, risk management, and stakeholder engagement. Recognized for integrity, decisiveness, and effective communication.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Board of Directors Member

Tanizul Timber Ltd
10.2022 - Current

Quarterly meetings

budget review and approvals

make decisions on direction of company

Community benevolence decisions

uphold legal obligations to the company

Fire Smart Coordinator

Tl'azt'en Nation
04.2022 - Current

Develop and submitted application for the funding for the Fire Smart program, Education sessions to the community, develop policies for the community, help develop bi laws, mitigation activities, supervise workers for activities for the community, Follow budgets and workplans.

Fire Chief

Tl'azt'en Nation
08.2005 - Current

Manage Volunteer Fire department

coordinate training

community education

develop policies and work procedures

record keeping of everything

maintenance of equipment and truck

keep track of training and education of volunteers

lead by example work hard

Work with FNESS on training and funding needs

Finance Coordinator

Tl'azt'en Nation
10.2021 - 09.2023

Payroll for the Nation both bi weekly and monthly for 80+ employees

Managed group benefits such as health and pension.

Prepared payments for Worksafe BC, EI, CPP and income tax

Did T4s annually


Bookkeeper

Tanizul Timber Ltd
08.2016 - 05.2021

Bi Weekly payroll

Accounts payable

Accounts receivable

Health and pension benefits management

monthly journal entries

work with auditors for annual audits

monthly budget updates

meeting minutes preparation





Education

Business Management

CNC
Prince George

Exterior Operations 1

JIBC
Maple Ridge
04-2023

High School Diploma -

Fort St James Secondary School
Fort St James
06-1998

Skills

    Highly Motivated

    Operational efficiency

  • Strategic visioning
  • Nonprofit experience
  • Organizational leadership
  • Risk reduction
  • Strategic thinking
  • Operations management
  • Strategic planning
  • Financial administration
  • Leadership experience
  • Teamwork
  • Leadership and people development

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Board of Directors Member

Tanizul Timber Ltd
10.2022 - Current

Fire Smart Coordinator

Tl'azt'en Nation
04.2022 - Current

Finance Coordinator

Tl'azt'en Nation
10.2021 - 09.2023

Bookkeeper

Tanizul Timber Ltd
08.2016 - 05.2021

Fire Chief

Tl'azt'en Nation
08.2005 - Current

Business Management

CNC

Exterior Operations 1

JIBC

High School Diploma -

Fort St James Secondary School
Don Mattess