NACCA is pleased to announce the promotion of Kevin Rose to Chief Strategy Officer, a move that reflects our continued commitment to strengthening Indigenous-led economic development across the country.

Kevin brings a strong track record of collaboration and results from his time as Director of Programs and Member Services, where he worked closely with Indigenous Financial Institutions, partners, and communities to support impactful programs and services. His leadership has helped advance NACCA’s mission and build trusted relationships throughout the network.

In his new role, Kevin will focus on guiding NACCA’s strategic direction, ensuring our work remains responsive, forward-looking, and grounded in the needs of Indigenous entrepreneurs and communities.

We’re excited to have Kevin step into this role and look forward to the impact his leadership will continue to make.

NACCA is the national voice for Indigenous entrepreneurship and economic development in Canada, with a growing role in shaping and sharing global best practices in Indigenous procurement and business growth. Through international collaboration and knowledge exchange, NACCA works to advance Indigenous-led economic solutions that support self-determination and long-term prosperity.

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OTTAWA, ON – The First Nations Procurement Authority (FNPA) has appointed Dawn Madahbee Leach, a proud member of Aundeck Omni Kaning First Nation on Manitoulin Island, as NACCA’s new representative on its Board. Dawn Madahbee Leach is a graduate of the University of Waterloo’s Economic Developers Program and holds a degree in Political Science with a minor in Law from Laurentian University. She currently serves as Chairperson of the National Indigenous Economic Development Board and has led Waubetek Business Development Corporation, an Indigenous Financial Institution that has invested over $170 million in more than 4,000 Indigenous startups and expansions throughout North-Eastern Ontario. Dawn also brings extensive Board Governance experience to this position.

Read the full Press Release here.

In 2017, NACCA initiated the Frontline Workers Conference (FLWC) with a focus to address identified gaps in capacity and strengthen the network.   

NACCA is seeking qualified and experienced Event Management professionals and invite them to submit proposals for ‘FLWC 2026’. 

The selected contractor will manage all aspects of planning and delivering the FLWC 2026, a 3-day event including cultural activities and post-event activities. Responsibilities include: 

• Full event planning andlogisticscoordination including excursions 
• Program development in collaboration with NACCA’s IEP Team
• Speaker engagement and management
• On-siteDelegate registration management 
• Budget& sub-contractormanagement 
• On-site event delivery
• Post-event reporting and evaluation

The event will take place at the Membertou Trade & Convention Centre in the Mi’kmaq community located on Unama’ki – Cape Breton Island. 

Please note that the deadline for submissions has been extended to Friday January 9th, 2026.

View the RFP here.