After an 18-year career in the telecommunications industry, Dr. Marie Delorme completed an interdisciplinary PhD in business, anthropology and sociology. Dr. Delorme is currently CEO of the Imagination Group of Companies, which she founded in 2000. The Imagination Group is an Indigenous corporation made up of three entities that provide services to industry, governments and Indigenous groups in the areas of brand management, business consulting and ceremonial tobacco. Dr.
Leadership style is an individualistic concept and cannot be generalized in broad categories of Indigenous and non-Indigenous. However, the practical application of leadership approaches will undoubtedly differ, depending on one’s life experiences, traditions and community. I think if you want to parse it more finely, it is important to recognize that Indigenous people are not a homogeneous group and should not be categorized as such. We are all unique, we are all different. As Indigenous people, we don’t agree on everything. What needs to be honoured and respected is that we all come from different perspectives.Leadership is about supporting others and amplifying their voices. It is about accountability and earning the trust and respect of others.
How can non-Indigenous peoples in Canada be better allies, supporters and advocates for Indigenous peoples and issues?