N2N WOMEN’S GATHERING
SPEAKER BIOS
April 23 & 24 , 2026 | Prince George, BC
2026 Speaker Bios
Master of Ceremonies & Event Founder
Lisa Mueller
Lisa Mueller from the Tsilhqot'in Nation is the founder and creator of the Nation2Nation Forum in Terrace, BC. She is a First Nation consultant, community builder and workshop facilitator recognized as a young, upcoming voice and connector in the First Nation Community in BC.
Lisa is passionate about building long-term relationships with First Nation leaders, government officials and industry to share their perspectives on economic development. She is known for her ability to bring these leaders together to engage in meaningful and respectful dialogue. Her focus is always on connecting people and being the bridge between First Nations, and private industry and government. She works hard to bring the right stakeholders to the conversation.
THURSDAY SPEAKERS
KEYNOTE | Topic: TBC
Tabatha Bull
About Tabatha Bull, President & CEO, Canadian Council for Indigenous Business (CCIB)
Tabatha Bull is Anishinaabe and a proud member of Nipissing First Nation. She is the President and CEO of the Canadian Council for Indigenous Business (CCIB), where she leads national efforts to advance Indigenous economic prosperity and economic reconciliation in Canada.
With a background in electrical engineering, Tabatha is a strong advocate for Indigenous inclusion in Canada’s economy and energy sector. She is frequently called upon to advise governments and business leaders and has represented Indigenous business interests domestically and internationally.
Tabatha serves on several corporate and non-profit boards and has been recognized nationally for her leadership, including being named one of Canada’s Top 100 Most Powerful Women and receiving the King Charles III Coronation Medal.
WORKSHOP 1 Facilitator | Topic: The Power of Her
Michele Santos
Senior Wealth Advisor at Wellington-Altus Private Wealth
Michele is a highly experienced Senior Wealth Advisor witha recognized Personal Financial Planner designation. With over 30 years of industry expertise, Michele has built a reputation for providing strategic financial guidance to clients from diverse backgrounds.
Throughout her career, Michele has demonstrated a deep understanding of investment strategies, risk management, and comprehensive financial planning. She believes in taking a holistic approach to wealth management, considering each client’s unique goals, aspirations, and risk tolerance to develop tailored solutions and get her clients financially organized.
GUEST SPEAKER | Topic: Indigenous Women’s Wisdom: Moving Through Change and the Voice Within
WORKSHOP 2 Facilitator | Topic: Honouring the Shift: Women’s Wisdom in Life’s Transitions
Charrine Lace
Charrine is a Northwest Coast Indigenous Entrepreneur, arts and crafts professional facilitator, Traditional wild crafter, carver, and illustrator. She is a member of the Laksilyu clan of the Witset First Nation on Witsuwit'en territory.
Charrine has over 25 plus years of experience in the Indigenous arts and culture sector. Charrine is a graduate of the Ksan Indian Carving School of Northwest Coast Indian Art(1992). Charrine is also a graduate of the Desktop Publishing program at the Cowansville Vocational Education Training Centre in Cowansville, QC (2000) and she has also finished the NWACE Program in Prince Rupert, BC.(2017)
After 20 years as part-time craft vendors, Todd and Charrine Lace newly opened the doors to their stuido store business Wet’suwet’en Native Arts on the Witset First Nation reserve. Wet’suwet’en Native Arts is more than a store—it’s a showcase of authentic craftsmanship, cultural pride, and community spirit.
In addition to their products, they also offer customizable workshops to support your business and enhance your team’s knowledge. Whether it’s learning about cultural protocols or exploring hands-on crafts, they are excited to bring these experiences directly to your team!
WORKSHOP 3 Facilitator | Topic: Indigenous Beading
Crystal Behn
In Her Footsteps Authentic Dene Designs
Crystal Behn is of Dene and Carrier ancestry. She was born and raised in Treaty 8 traditional territory and resides in Prince George British Columbia. Crystal felt it of upmost importance that she learned from her Grandma Mary Behn the art of beading, moccasin making and traditional harvesting of meat and fur. She specializes in traditional and modern beadwork which is both customizable and unique using many natural materials that she harvests with her children. Beading has been Crystal’s passion for over 16 years which has earned her many first place wins and awards.
In 2017 Crystal became an artist for the company Manitoba Mukluks. The same day her products launched they were selling out. Crystal aims to bring authentic beautiful art to everything she handmakes. Crystals small home-based business In Her Footsteps Authentic Dene Designs is Indigenous owned and was built one bead at a time. In 2021 Crystal received the BC Achievement award for First Nations art. She is currently the Indigenous programmer at Two Rivers Gallery and an instructor at the College of New Caledonia teaching First Nations Fine Art and Design as well as teaching workshops as a traditional knowledge holder for School Disrict 57.
FRIDAY SPEAKERS
KEYNOTE | Topic: Lessons at the Edge of your Comfort Zone
Shauna Harper
CEO of WeBC
GUEST SPEAKER | Topic: Indigenous Matriarchs Rising: The Increase of Indigenous Women Entrepreneurs
Sarah Jacknife
Sarah Jacknife is a nationally recognized Métis and Cree policy expert, educator, and advocate for Indigenous inclusion. A proud member of the Elizabeth Métis Settlement, Sarah is the Founder and Managing Director of Jacknife Consulting Ltd., an Indigenous woman-owned firm specializing in Indigenous policy, research, curriculum development, and organizational learning. She has worked nationally in higher education and telecommunications, and internationally in New Zealand (Aotearoa), where she worked in local government.
Sarah holds a Master of Public Policy and is a sessional instructor at the University of Calgary's School of Public Policy, where she teaches Indigenous policy. She is also an active member of the Canadian Indigenous Leadership Circle. Her writing has appeared in Policy Options, The Hill Times, The Globe and Mail, CBC, and the Calgary Herald. She currently resides as a guest in Calgary (Mohkinstsis) on Treaty 7 territory with her partner and fur buddy.
