Leading the future of sustainable resource and energy developments for economic and environmental prosperity
Guiding team
Edgard is Tahltan from the Dene language group. Edgard has supported reclamation activities, and roles in stakeholder relations. Facilitating relationships, and strategic direction inspired him to compound the impact and develop innovative solutions. Edgard’s mission is to empower nations, build economic strength and ideate systems of sustainable development.
Ethan is a Coast Salish, S’Klallam and Chewhaytsum Douglas treaty descendant. He has worked with a variety of Indigenous political organizations as a communications consultant, community engagement strategist and director. Ethan has also successfully founded blockchain, fintech, communications consulting, digital marketing and online retail ventures. Through these ventures he has built successful partnerships with Indigenous communities globally.
Tyler has worked with start-ups and raid growth businesses in many roles, including advisor, CFO, director and investor with multiple successful exits both domestically and internationally. His clients include companies that span a number of jurisdictions and industries including mining, healthcare, real estate, Co-ops, retail, farming, construction and manufacturing
About the founders
Turtle Island Connection was founded by an ambitious team of Indigenous youth, driven by their collective experience in community development, stakeholder relations and entrepreneurial spirit. Their background, marked by successful engagements in initiatives with policy, business and leadership equip them with the skills to deliver successful relationships.
Leadership in relationships that inspire their communities is key to their mission and culture. A culture that events like Indigenous gatherings have aided in by developing unique insights into the challenges and opportunities at the intersection of Indigenous communities and the resource and energy industries, Inspired by a commitment to positive change, Turtle Island Connection was established to align, strengthen and adapt strategies for sustainability that ensures the success of future generations.
