Annie is a purpose-driven entrepreneur and a citizen of the Métis Nation. She founded Rise Consulting (“Rise”) in 2013 to respond to the call to advance Truth, Reconciliation and Indigenous inclusion. Championing a values-based approach, Annie contributes to spaces where others can establish and nurture reciprocal relationships and produce impactful outcomes. Rise is a certified B Corporation and is certified in the CCIB PAIR Program at the silver level. Annie lives within Ktunaxa ?amaki?is, the homelands of the Ktunaxa People, and the Kootenay Region of the Métis Nation of British Columbia in Fernie, with her husband and two young children, where they enjoy skiing, biking and hiking as often as possible.