BIPOC Business Expo

Daniel is the go-to guy for all things Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion, and Anti-Racism (EDI-AR). As the Co-founder and Executive Director of the Atlantic Student Development Alliance (ASDA), he's been on a mission to transform organizations and systems from the inside out. He approaches this work on a personal, interpersonal, and systemic level, weaving his way through academia, industry, and community organizations. He loves helping organizations embrace change and foster inclusive cultures that will last.

When he's not shaking things up with ASDA, you’ll find him running or wielding the mic as a dynamic emcee at various community events, collaborating and championing community partners. Daniel was recognized as one of the Black Changemakers of Prince Edward Island in 2023. Daniel is driven by his passion for giving back, inspiring others, and shaping the future of PEI and Atlantic Canada.

Jenene comes from a long line of hereditary and elected Chiefs. She is a proud Mi’kmaq and member of Abegweit First Nation.

She currently serves as Executive Director of L’nuey – the Epekwitk Mi’kmaq Rights Initiative which works to protect and implement Mi’kmaq rights and has specific focus on consultations, negotiations and governance development.

Jenene is passionate about protecting Indigenous rights, amplifying marginalized voices, supporting women, promoting inclusion and improving governance structures. She was named one of the top 25 most powerful women in business by Atlantic Business Magazine in 2021. Jenene is also a CBC Mainstreet Columnist, CBC First Person Contributor, Living Full Circle Author and Speaker.

She resides in Kuntal Kwesawe’kl (Rocky Point) with her husband and two children.