Meet our Board of Directors
Michelle Cameron
Chair
Executive Committee and Operational Excellence and Innovation Committee
Michelle started Dreamcatcher Promotions (previously known as Dreamcatcher Embroidery) in 2011. Dreamcatcher Promotions is now the largest Indigenous-owned promotional company in Canada and is one of the largest promotional companies in Winnipeg.
Adam Nepon
Chair
Human Resources and Governance Committee
Vice-Chair
Executive Committee and Operational Excellence and Innovation Committee
With 15 years of experience in human resources, Adam most recently worked as an Indigenous HR advisor in the financial sector bringing Indigenous perspectives and knowledge to the conversation on talent acquisition and retention. He is a passionate advocate for the Truth and Reconciliation Commission's Call to Action and how this applies to Indigenous economic development.
Brian Kelly
Secretary
Executive Committee, Human Resources and Governance Committee, and Client, Communication, and Collaboration
Brian has over 35 years of experience from the Winnipeg, Manitoba (Board Chair, Policy Comm. Chair, other committees), and the Canadian Chamber of Commerce (Board Director). Most recently he has been the Corporate Secretary and a member of Executive, Governance, Policy, and Strategic Planning committees with ICC.
Christopher Henry
Treasurer
Finance, Risk, and Audit Committee and Operational Excellence and Innovation Committee
With over 25 years in the construction industry, Christopher has been involved in many of the major projects across the Manitoba & Winnipeg skylines. Heavily involved in the health of the construction industry, Christopher has held many past board positions including the Winnipeg Construction Association, Electrical Association of Manitoba, and Construction Labor Relations Association of Manitoba.
Ganga Atmuri
Director
Finance, Risk, and Audit Committee
Ganga Atmuri is an Environmental Engineer with over 18 years of experience in the Engineering Consulting Sector. She joined Stantec Consulting Ltd. in Winnipeg in the fall of 2022 as a Senior Project Manager within the Transportation group and works collaboratively with other departments and offices.
Raena Baker
Director
Human Resource and Governance Committee
Raena Baker has passionately championed Indigenous Peoples initiatives and stands as a community leader in advocacy, empowerment, and promoting continued success for generations to come. She has worked with three levels of government, and grassroots organizations, and is currently the Project Coordinator of the Indigenous Business Development Services (IBDS) with Community Futures Manitoba (CFM).
Matthew Carrier
Director
Daniel Friesen
Director
Client, Communication, and Collaboration
Daniel is the owner and principal of DLF Consulting, Daniel works with clients to create sustainable development solutions in the areas of renewable energy, business planning, and community development.
Andrew Lawson
Director
German Leal
Director
Operational Excellence and Innovation Committee
German Leal is the AECOM Geotechnical Manager and Discipline Lead with 14 years of experience. He has a PEO license and
has worked with First Nations in Manitoba and Ontario. He is experienced in the field of geotechnical engineering including
analysis, supervision and coordination of subsurface investigations, and construction field reviews for commercial and industrial
developments.
Adam McPhearson
Director
Nicole Montminy
Director
Client, Communication, and Collaboration
Nicole works to support businesses with financial wellness programs for their employees and has seen various employer/employee scenarios. Her goal is to support Indigenous economic development and culture across Manitoba.
Ilona Niemcyzk
Director
Operational Excellence and Innovation Committee, Client, Communication, and Collaboration
Education: Master of Arts, International Relations, University of Manitoba, Faculty of Political Studies, Graduated 2000
Bachelor of Arts, Honours, International Relations, University of Manitoba, Faculty of Political Studies, Graduated 1997
Perry Schoffner
Director