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Laurie Sterritt Indigenous recruitment

Laurie Sterritt

Managing Partner

778.838.4569

   

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A values-based leader with more than 30 years’ experience in the fields of Indigenous, government and community relations, Laurie is passionate about creating economic and social change with the participation of companies, governments, and communities that have normally been at odds. Laurie has spent her career influencing diversity and inclusion within corporate Canada and inspiring connections that lead to balanced and thoughtful partnerships between Industry and Indigenous communities. She holds a Bachelor of Commerce from UBC and a Certificate in Professional Fund Raising and is a member of the Gitxsan Nation.

Joy Beshie Indigenous recruitment

Joy Beshie

Principal

   

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Based in Ottawa, Joy has collaborated with clients across Canada to develop search strategies and attract executives at all levels. She has significant experience placing leaders in academia, government, and private sector companies. With a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion, Ms. Beshie brings a unique lens to her searches and strives to create a process that is fair and free of bias. Ms. Beshie was the recipient of the M.P. Mike Wallace Citizenship Award in Burlington, ON for services to the community, holds a Bachelor of Applied Science from the University of Ottawa, and is currently studying for her Bachelor of Commerce at Athabasca University.
Melissa Conn Indigenous recruitment

Melissa Conn

Search Associate

   

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Involved in employment equity, diversity, and inclusion, and on employee-engagement committees in her previous work, Melissa brings nearly ten years of administration experience and a strong sense of connectedness and curiosity to the Pathways team. She is currently working on a diploma of human resources management through uWinnipeg PACE and is Red River Métis with family from Camperville and St. Eustache, Manitoba.
Katy Gottfriedson-Jasper Indigenous recruitment

Katy Gottfriedson-Jasper

Senior Consultant

   

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Passionate for advancing Indigenous communities nationwide, Katy was an elected Council Member for Tk’emlúps te Secwépemc for nine years, responsible for various portfolios including Human Resources, Finance, Lands, Leasing and Taxation, and Economic Development. Before becoming an executive-recruitment professional, Katy was the Deputy Chair for the First Nations Finance Authority. She holds a Human Resource Management Certification from the British Columbia Institute of Technology and an MBA in Indigenous Business Leadership from Simon Fraser University.
Mike Eagar Indigenous recruitment

Mike Eagar

Partner

613.619.8686

   

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With more than 10 years’ executive search experience, specializing in Indigenous and Diversity placements across Canada for the last eight, Mike has completed over 200 executive search assignments at the Director, Executive Director, Vice President, President, and C-suite levels, spanning multiple industries including retail, engineering, academia, government, and non-profit. Mike is based in Ottawa and holds a Master of Business Administration from Royal Roads University.
Kathy Bradwell Indigenous recruitment

Kathy Bradwell

Finance Manager

   

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Bio coming soon.

Meaghen Fillion Indigenous recruitment

Meaghen Fillion

Consultant / Search Associate

   

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Thriving on finding innovative solutions to challenges – leveraging her creativity and bilingualism to foster meaningful connections and inclusive environments – Meaghen brings a unique perspective to problem-solving. As a Métis artist and communications professional combined with having a Bachelor of Recreation Management and Community Development degree allows Meaghen to see the world in ways that others may not. Her passion for driving positive change is reflected in her strategic approach to project management, storytelling, and celebrating Indigenous success.

Saxon Miller Indigenous recruitment

Saxon Miller

Consultant

   

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With an academic background studying geographical perspectives of Indigenous history, and concepts of natural resource development, security, history, and international development, Saxon brings value to our team in the form of strong critical thinking skills and a desire to make better leaders in the world. He occupies space on Treaty 1 Territory and his heritage connects to Keeseekoowenin First Nation on Treaty 2 land. He is a graduate of the University of Winnipeg with a Bachelor of Arts in Geography and a Bachelor of Business Administration.
Darrin Jamieson Indigenous recruitment

Darrin Jamieson

Partner

403.477.7367

   

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For more than 30 years working in business, economic, and community development, Darrin has been focused on supporting communities and organizations to build coalitions to support sustainable growth, manage change, and drive positive results. He has extensive experience working directly with and for Indigenous and non-Indigenous governments—nationally, regionally, and locally—as well as large Industry and financial partners. He has also been active in Indigenous leadership roles for many years; including holding the role of CEO for Six Nations of the Grand River, his home community.

Wenda Lee Cameron Indigenous recruitment

Wenda Lee Cameron

Project Manager

   

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With over 15 years of administrative experience in professional office settings, Wenda Lee ensures all Pathways projects are delivered with the highest quality deliverables and within promised timelines. Great at multitasking and meeting deadlines when it seems impossible, Wenda Lee is an important member of the team and point of contact for our clients. She holds a Project Management Professional (PMP) certification and a Diploma from Pacific Institute of Culinary Arts.
Carly Jamieson Indigenous recruitment

Carly Jamieson

Consultant

   

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Involved in equity, diversity, inclusion, and access initiatives throughout her career, Carly is passionate about creating safe space for Indigenous leaders to be at the table and to make a strong impact from Indigenous perspectives and worldviews. With her bachelor’s degree in First Nations Studies and Psychology from Western University, Carly integrates these two perspectives into her everyday work. Carly occupies space within her home community of Six Nations of the Grand River, part of the Halmind Treaty of 1784.
Jennifer Pelletier Indigenous recruitment

Jennifer Pelletier

Search Associate / Project Administration

   

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With more that 18 years’ administrative management experience, including in Client Services, Jennifer is an integral part of Pathways’ search process. She provides research and a wide range of project supports for the team and Pathways clients and is used to wearing a lot of different hats while she does! Raised on Canada’s East Coast, Jennifer now lives in rural Manitoba and is furthering her education with uWinnipeg’s PACE program.

Laurie Sterritt

Managing Partner

778.838.4569

   

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A values-based leader with more than 30 years’ experience in the fields of Indigenous, government and community relations, Laurie is passionate about creating economic and social change with the participation of companies, governments, and communities that have normally been at odds. Laurie has spent her career influencing diversity and inclusion within corporate Canada and inspiring connections that lead to balanced and thoughtful partnerships between Industry and Indigenous communities. She holds a Bachelor of Commerce from UBC and a Certificate in Professional Fund Raising and is a member of the Gitxsan Nation.

Mike Eagar

Partner

613.619.8686

   

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With more than 10 years’ executive search experience, specializing in Indigenous and Diversity placements across Canada for the last eight, Mike has completed over 200 executive search assignments at the Director, Executive Director, Vice President, President, and C-suite levels, spanning multiple industries including retail, engineering, academia, government, and non-profit. Mike is based in Ottawa and holds a Master of Business Administration from Royal Roads University.

Darrin Jamieson

Partner

403.477.7367

   

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For more than 30 years working in business, economic, and community development, Darrin has been focused on supporting communities and organizations to build coalitions to support sustainable growth, manage change, and drive positive results. He has extensive experience working directly with and for Indigenous and non-Indigenous governments—nationally, regionally, and locally—as well as large Industry and financial partners. He has also been active in Indigenous leadership roles for many years and has been CEO for Six Nations of the Grand River, his home community, since August of 2020.

Joy Beshie

Principal

   

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Based in Ottawa, Joy has collaborated with clients across Canada to develop search strategies and attract executives at all levels. She has significant experience placing leaders in academia, government, and private sector companies. With a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion, Ms. Beshie brings a unique lens to her searches and strives to create a process that is fair and free of bias. Ms. Beshie was the recipient of the M.P. Mike Wallace Citizenship Award in Burlington, ON for services to the community, holds a Bachelor of Applied Science from the University of Ottawa, and is currently studying for her Bachelor of Commerce at Athabasca University.

Kathy Bradwell

Finance Manager

   

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Bio coming soon.

Wenda Lee Cameron

Project Manager

   

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With over 15 years of administrative experience in professional office settings, Wenda Lee ensures all Pathways projects are delivered with the highest quality deliverables and within promised timelines. Great at multitasking and meeting deadlines when it seems impossible, Wenda Lee is an important member of the team and point of contact for our clients. She holds a Project Management Professional (PMP) certification and a Diploma from Pacific Institute of Culinary Arts.

Melissa Conn

Search Associate

   

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Involved in employment equity, diversity, and inclusion, and on employee-engagement committees in her previous work, Melissa brings nearly ten years of administration experience and a strong sense of connectedness and curiosity to the Pathways team. She is currently working on a diploma of human resources management through uWinnipeg PACE and is Red River Métis with family from Camperville and St. Eustache, Manitoba.

Meaghen Fillion

Consultant / Search Associate

   

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Thriving on finding innovative solutions to challenges, leveraging her creativity and bilingualism to foster meaningful connections and inclusive environments; Meaghen brings a unique perspective to problem-solving. As a Métis artist and communications professional combined with having a Bachelor of Recreation Management and Community Development degree allows Meaghen to see the world in ways that others may not. Her passion for driving positive change is reflected in her strategic approach to project management, storytelling, and celebrating Indigenous success.

Carly Jamieson

Consultant

   

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Involved in equity, diversity, inclusion, and access initiatives throughout her career, Carly is passionate about creating safe space for Indigenous leaders to be at the table and to make a strong impact from Indigenous perspectives and worldviews. With her bachelor’s degree in First Nations Studies and Psychology from Western University, Carly integrates these two perspectives into her everyday work. Carly occupies space within her home community of Six Nations of the Grand River, part of the Halmind Treaty of 1784.

Katy Gottfriedson-Jasper

Senior Consultant

   

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Passionate for advancing Indigenous communities nationwide, Katy was an elected Council Member for Tk’emlúps te Secwépemc for nine years, responsible for various portfolios including Human Resources, Finance, Lands, Leasing and Taxation, and Economic Development. Before becoming an executive-recruitment professional, Katy was the Deputy Chair for the First Nations Finance Authority. She holds a Human Resource Management Certification from the British Columbia Institute of Technology and an MBA in Indigenous Business Leadership from Simon Fraser University.

Saxon Miller

Consultant

   

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With an academic background studying geographical perspectives of Indigenous history, and concepts of natural resource development, security, history, and international development, Saxon brings value to our team in the form of strong critical thinking skills and a desire to make better leaders in the world. He occupies space on Treaty 1 Territory and his heritage connects to Keeseekoowenin First Nation on Treaty 2 land. He is a graduate of the University of Winnipeg with a Bachelor of Arts in Geography and a Bachelor of Business Administration.

Jennifer Pelletier

Search Associate

   

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With more that 18 years’ administrative management experience, including in Client Services, Jennifer is an integral part of Pathways’ search process. She provides research and a wide range of project supports for the team and Pathways clients and is used to wearing a lot of different hats while she does! Raised on Canada’s East Coast, Jennifer now lives in rural Manitoba and is furthering her education with uWinnipeg’s PACE program.
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