Meet the Team

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    Chief Dennis Meeches

    FOUNDER & PRESIDENT

    Dennis is a lifelong leader and visionary committed to advancing self-governance and Indigenous Nation-building. With decades of experience in First Nations leadership and administration, he brings deep knowledge, cultural grounding, and strategic insight to every project.

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    Curtis Pilon-Vinish (B. Ed)

    Chief Executive Officer

    Curtis is a Métis educator, filmmaker, and consultant with a strong focus on Indigenous language revitalization, storytelling, and community development. He leads projects with a balance of creativity, strategy, and cultural integrity.

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    Denise Meeches (B.A)

    Community Consultant

    Denise is a dedicated community advocate and cultural engagement specialist. She brings a strong background in programming, ceremony, and relationship-building to her work, helping ensure that Indigenous voices and traditions remain central to every initiative.

  • David Faith

    Project Consultant

    David is a senior executive with demonstrated strong interpersonal communication skills. A strong business development professional with analytical skills developed through his engineering and entrepreneurial background.

  • Neil Daniels

    Environmental Consultant

    Neil is an environmental consultant with Ogema Services Ltd. He holds a Bachelor of Science with a major in Geology and a minor in Native Studies. A proud member of Long Plain First Nation, Neil blends Western science with Indigenous knowledge to support community-driven environmental stewardship. He will be pursuing his Master’s degree in the new year, further strengthening his expertise in land, water, and resource management.