Webinar Title: Old world economics vs new world: The Modern Day Grease Trails
Presenter: Thomas (TJ) Nyce
Webinar Description:
Prior to contact Indigenous peoples were indisputably wealthy. This is often recognized through our reflections individually and collectively as Indigenous peoples on the impacts of colonization. But what was common to us prior to contact has not entirely transposed into a clear vision of the Indigenous economy in the current status of our communities. GCI seeks to expand our approach of modern age financial independence utilizing the old world framework of trade and economics.
Speaker Bio:
Thomas (TJ) Nyce, has led key roles in the construction industry for over twenty years both in the construction field and in the board room. Thomas is proudly Indigenous with both US and Canadian citizenship. His multi-ethnic background, experience in the construction industry, and relationship-based approach to business has propelled him to become lead operator for GCI.
Originally from BC’s Pacific northwest, Thomas has family roots in the Kitimat and Terrace regions directly with the Haisla and Kitselas peoples. Having lived throughout BC and Alberta, Thomas is extremely familiar with the socio economic and political landscapes in western Canada and the challenges experienced by Indigenous peoples, industry, and government.
His background in the trades allows for practical solutions for day-to-day operators and his experience in business relations allows him to communicate strategic opportunities to improve organizational direction. Thomas can simplify and define resolution in a logical and systematic approach that recognizes cultural differences while finding alignment with desired outcomes.
Currently Thomas and his family reside in the traditional territory of the Syilx people in the Okanagan valley.
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