SONGHEES DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION - Key Persons
Christina Clarke was asked to lead Songhees Nation economic development as CEO of the Songhees Development Corporation after 25 years serving the Nation, including six years as Executive Director. Christina has a BA from UVic in History and Anthropology and a Certificate from the Tulo Centre for Indigenous Economics at Thompson Rivers University. Christina promotes indigenous participation in the regional economy through service on the Board of Directors of the Greater Victoria Chamber of Commerce, the Greater Victoria Harbour Authority and the South Island Prosperity Partnership.
Job Titles:
- Independent Director
- Member of the Board of Directors
Dave Ganong is an Independent Director and real estate specialist, with 38 years experience in real estate finance, brokerage and development. Dave is currently President of Canada ICI Capital Corporation which specializes in construction and term financing for all real estate asset classes. Dave has extensive board experience.
Job Titles:
- Independent Director
- Member of the Board of Directors
Doug Crowder is an Independent Director with certified board governance training, extensive board experience, and a career in Finance. Doug has knowledge of industrial business operations and commercial development. He served on the Songhees Nation Finance and Audit Committee and his former employer Ralmax, is a partner with Songhees and Esquimalt in Salish Sea Industrial Services ltd.
Job Titles:
- Independent Director
- Member of the Board of Directors
- Director of Indigenous Economic Opportunity With the Ministry of Jobs
Greg Booth is an Independent Director and First Nations Economic Development specialist. Greg is currently Director of Indigenous Economic Opportunity with the Ministry of Jobs, Trade and Technology advising executive and political leadership on First Nations and Indigenous peoples economic and business interests and development opportunities. Greg leads the Indigenous Business Investment Council secretariat.
Job Titles:
- Member of the Board of Directors
- Songhees Member
Rob Dick is a Songhees Member who currently works for Telus as Sales Manager, New Development. Rob and his family are active in fitness and organized sports. Rob is interested to learn more about development and how best to utilize land for the benefit of members. Rob comes from a family with strong teachings. Rob's father Skip Dick is a cherished elder of the Songhees Nation with a long career in community leadership and advanced education.