The Board of Directors of Dakwakada Capital Investments LP (DCILP) is pleased to announce the hiring of Conrad Browne as the organization’s new President & CEO, effective September 1, 2023.
Dakwakada Capital Investments LP (DCILP) is a Whitehorse-based privately held investment firm responsible for managing the business assets of the Champagne and Aishihik First Nations. DCILP is expected to generate superior returns for the Champagne and Aishihik Trust, from private equity-like investments including operating companies and real estate.
Mr. Browne joins DCILP from the Teal Jones Group in Surrey, BC where he was the Director of Indigenous Partnerships and Strategic Relations. Prior to joining Teal Jones, he was CEO of the K’awat’si Economic Development Corporation (KEDC) for the Gwa’sala-‘Nakwaxda’xw Nations (GNN) in Port Hardy, BC. Overall, Mr. Browne has over 30 years of management experience in various sectors, including natural resources, large national and international companies as well as hospitality and restaurant businesses.
Growing up in Alberta, Conrad spent his formative years in agricultural and ranching. Conrad was formally a Registered Forestry Technologist, has his 4th class Power Engineer ticket as well as his Chef’s papers.
DCILP Board Chair Elaine Chambers shared “throughout the recruitment process, Conrad stood out as an ideal candidate for DCILP. Additional to his diverse knowledge of business operations, he brings valuable experience with and understanding of First Nations culture and priorities. We are confident that Conrad is the right person to lead the continued growth and success of DCILP in the years to come.”
In discussing joining DCILP as President & CEO, Mr. Browne stated “I am very excited to join DCILP and relocate to Whitehorse. Dakwakada has a strong track record of success and I look forward to that continuing as we ensure existing ventures are profitable, explore opportunities to diversify the investment portfolio and leverage synergies between businesses while increasing community engagement and awareness.”