Our Team
Leading with Purpose
Our team combines a passion for success with a diverse mix of knowledge to serve you better.
Our Board of Directors
A cohesive group of effective decision-makers
Charlie Cootes - Uchucklesaht
Chair
Brenda Read - Hupacasath
Vice Chair
Archie Little - Nuuchatlaht
Director
Dawn Smith - Ehattesaht
Director
Duane Nookemus - Huu-ay-aht
Director
Edward Jack - Mowachaht
Director
Kelly Johnsen - Toquaht
Director
Les Doiron - NTC
Director
Les Sam - Tseshaht
Director
Pamela Webster - Ahousaht
Director
Richard Mundy - Ucluelet
Director
Ruth Charleson - Hesquiaht
Director
Saya Masso - Tla-o-qui-aht
Director
Peter Hanson - Kyuquot
Director
Margaret Eaton - Ditidaht
Director
Our Staff
Bringing a wealth of knowledge and passion for the success of Indigenous business
Al Little
General Manager
Jeraldine Marshall
Director of Finance
Cecilia Jensen
Data Entry & Admin Clerk
Verna Porter
Admin & Finance Assistant
Sharon Reyes
Loans & Financial Systems Coordinator
Jennifer Gallic
Business Programs Coordinator
Maud Morris
Regional Business Advisor
Serena Mayer
IWE Business Services Officer
Ron Arcos
Business Development Officer
Clifford Anderson
Business Development Officer
Denise Martineau
Business Development Officer
Want to Work with Us?
NEDC was formed by the Nuu-chah-nulth to provide business support & financing to Indigenous entrepreneurs. We have experience in government programs, funding procedures, and Indigenous culture.
We have a dynamic and innovative team united by a common purpose. As an Indigenous-owned corporation, we are dedicated to empowering Indigenous communities, fostering economic independence, and creating opportunities for the next generation of entrepreneurs.
Are you interested in making a difference and supporting Indigenous business development?