Kelli Steele-Stanton M.A., CRM, IAP2, CFRE

Experience

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  SCM Insurance Services - Risk Management Services

  Jan 2010 - Jan 2014

  Senior Vice President

  Recruited to Canada’s largest independent, privately-owned provider of out-sourced risk management, loss control, appraisal & valuation services, and other specialized risk-consulting solutions serving Insurance, Government/Municipalities, Indigenous Communities, Oil, Gas and Remote Facilities within Canada.

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  Olds College

  Jan 2014 - Jan 2015

  Associate Vice President of Human Resources & Campus Operations

  Reporting directly to the Chair of the Board of Governors I was responsible for human capital as well as effective management and strategic direction of the physical infrastructure of all college operating facilities within a $7.5million annualized operating budget.

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  Genalta Power Inc.

  Jan 2015 - Jan 2018

  Vice President of Business Development

  An independent power producer in the oil and gas sector, my role involved identifying and securing new business opportunities, fostering strategic partnerships with Indigenous communities, and overseeing project development from inception to completion.

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  Homewood Health

  Jan 2019 - Jul 2022

  Regional Vice President

  Member of the Homewood Executive team responsible for the corporate operation and financial viability of Homewood’s largest region with revenue and operational responsibility of $47.8million. Directly responsible for the development of specialized mental health and substance use programs tailored to the unique needs of Indigenous communities.

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  Wmc (Western Management Consultants)

  Jan 2022 - Jan 2024

  Affiliate Partner - Healthcare, Municipal Services, & Indigenous Advisory Practice Lead

  Western Management Consultants (WMC) is one of the longest standing and most respected Canadian names in management consulting.Practice Lead for Indigenous Services - working directly with Indigenous communities on strategy and implementation in healthcare, family and child services, and language restoration initiatives. Also work directly with municipalities and private corporations to strengthen Indigenous relations, ensuring efforts are authentic, actionable, and aligned with reconciliation goals.Practice Lead for Rural/Remote Municipalities - supporting rural and remote municipalities in strategic planning, service delivery, economic development, and tourism. Specializing in tactical implementation and execution of initiatives that drive measurable outcomes, strengthen community resilience, and foster sustainable growth. Show less

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  NLS Corp. Inc.

  Jul 2024 - now

  Managing Partner

  A female-owned and female-managed consulting firm, we bring a unique blend of experience, dedication, and personalized service to every project we undertake. Proudly serving Indigenous Communities, Municipalities, Public/Private Enterprise and Healthcare, our clients benefit from our expertise in Strategic Planning & Development, Indigenous Advisory, Healthcare & Social Services Reform, and Funding Development & Grant Writing.We also offer Interim Executives with extensive experience stepping into key C-Suite and senior leadership roles to provide stability and continuity during transitional periods, specializing in maintaining leadership momentum, driving strategic initiatives, and ensuring operational effectiveness while organizations take the necessary time to find the right permanent hire. Show less