Leah May, Founder and Owner at BeeHive Collective Consulting

Leah is a passionate advocate for building meaningful relationships with people, businesses, and communities. With a background in Child and Youth Care specializing in Indigenous History/Culture, Co-occurring Disorders, and Child Protection, Leah brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her work.

Leah has 10 years of experience excelling in various administrative roles and settings; She enjoys curriculum development, facilitation, and establishing foundational systems to empower small businesses. Leah focuses on optimizing operations to deliver clear, actionable strategies for growth and efficiency.

In Leah’s personal life she loves travelling to new places while putting roots down with her partner and their pack of farm animals on their homestead off the coast of the Salish Sea!

Nene Kraneveldt, Executive Leadership Coach and Facilitator

Nene is a passionate leadership coach and business owner of Imagination FX; and brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the projects and research she undertakes. A member of the Hupacasath Nation, Nene has worked with First Nations, Indigenous organizations, and governments for more than 20 years. 

Nene holds a Masters Degree in Leadership and Training from Royal Roads University and has extensive counselling experience, including working with survivors of trauma.

As a lifelong learner she continues to build knowledge through continued academic pursuits and practical research opportunities. She has committed her entire professional career to improving social, community, and economic conditions for Indigenous people across Canada.