Nisg̱a’a Growth Corporation is governed by a Board of Directors appointed by the Nisg̱a’a Lisims Government Executive. The major role of the board is to select a Chief Executive Officer and ensure sound governance and direction for NGC in meeting its mandate as directed by the Wilp Sìayuukhl Nisg̱a’a (WSN) Economic Prosperity Strategic Plan (EPSP) that identifies the vast potential within the Nation’s natural, cultural, human and financial resources.
Chris McNeil Jr., (Tlingit, Haida, Nisg̱a’a) has served as special counsel to the Alaska Federation of Natives, chairman of the Native American Rights Fund, the first director of American Indian Program at Stanford University, second vice president of the Central Council of the Tlingit & Haida Indian Tribes of Alaska, director of Goldblatt, Incorporated, director of the American Indian National Bank, president of the……………….
Dr. Brent Mainprize, MBA, PhD, is an award-winning professor at the University of Victoria’s Gustavson School of Business where he teaches entrepreneurship and Indigenous economic development…………
Edward proudly identifies as Nisg̱a’a, with Nisg̱a’a and Tsimshian ancestry in his immediate family. His experience in working in administration and economic development both with the Nass Valley and in external First Nations organizations…………….
Stephen is a proud Nisg̱a’a citizen, Lax̱sgiik from Wilps Gwiix Maaw’, who leads a healthy lifestyle and volunteers leading youth and families in his community. As an expert in Nisg̱a’a tourism and building connections,………..
Teresa Azak is a Nisg̱a’a citizen and Elder, with a broad base of experience in running small businesses and pursuing entrepreneurial ventures…………
Ryan is an energetic Professional Engineer (P. Eng.) with experience in mining, heavy civil and infrastructure projects. He has experience working on projects as a consultant, contractor and owner’s representative at various stages, including due-diligence, M&A, economic studies (pre-feasibility to feasibility), permitting (provincial and federal) and construction……………