Category: References

Professional Development, Communication, Change Management and Financial Education for Indigenous Communities

Dwayne Nashkawa

I have worked with Ismo on various projects since 2013 when his firm assisted Nipissing First Nation in developing its investment approach for a large boundary claim settlement trust. I immediately found Ismo to be a source of comprehensive knowledge in many areas, a critical thinker and most importantly, an excellent listener. Over the years…
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Chief Guy Monagu

Ismo, thank-you, it’s always a pleasure to work with you and help guide us from your perspective, knowledge and experience. We look forward to working with you as we keep expanding our concepts and eventually turn them into reality. Chief Guy Monagu Beausoleil First Nation

Valerie Monague

“a focussed effort for all departments within our administration to strengthen our way of doing, our way of knowing, and our way of working smarter together, was enhanced significantly by Ismo’s skills, knowledge and experience that he provided to our in-house training session held recently… …Miigwech Ismo!” Valerie Monague Beausoleil First Nation

Sharon Stevenson

Ismo has provided us with a different view of strategic planning with the Appreciative Inquiry method. We are grateful for what we have and bring to the organization and to build on our successes and acknowledge our champions.  With the thought process and visioning exercises, we can envision the change that we are pursuing. Ismo…
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Romeo Crow Chief

Ismo is an excellent facilitator, he is clear, concise and takes a participatory approach to his presentations. His Change management workshop prepared my team to work together in defining the key factors for a successful organization transition. Romeo Crow Chief Crow Chief Consulting

Eugene McKay

AFOA Saskatchewan had been lucky enough to have experienced Ismo’s facilitation skills on several occasions with both large and small groups. AFOA Sk is always amazed at Ismo’s ability to engage the audience. His expertise is reflected in his approach to facilitation. As an expert facilitator Ismo researches his audience and the host organization to…
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