Meet the Founders
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Meet the Founders
Ariana Fotinakis (she/her) is a woman of mixed ancestry, with Anishinaabe and Greek roots. A daughter of a Sixties Scoop survivor, Ariana is proud to be reclaiming her roots.
As a trauma-informed coach and breathwork facilitator, Ariana brings a grounded, gentle, and compassionate approach that supports her clients in their healing and decolonial journeys. Since 2013 she has supported 100s of clients across the globe with transformational change.
Ariana understands the need to meet her clients where they’re at and believes everyone has the resources they need within to make positive changes in their lives and communities.
Vanessa Lesperance (she/her) is a heart-centered mixed heritage Metis woman who is reclaiming her Metis roots. The proud descendant of voyageurs and ancestors who were part of the Red River Resistance.
Vanessa is a facilitator, speaker, and connector. She holds a graduate degree in business from SFU and a masters degree in leadership from Royal Roads University with a focus on decolonizing business through workplace spirituality. She works with Indigenous entrepreneurs (women and youth) from across Turtle Island . Vanessa has also been published in a few publications and teaches at the Justice Institute of BC on Power & Privilege and in the centre of leadership.