Blaine Mirasty

Captain
DISC Type : DS

Destination and Commercial Development Manager for FMWB Region in Northern Alberta at Travel Alberta

Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

Overview

Blaine Mirasty is a passionate advocate for Indigenous tourism and Northern economic development, currently serving as a Manager at Travel Alberta. He is also the founder of Cree North Adventures, offering authentic land-based cultural experiences. Blaine is completing a Masters degree in Governance and Entrepreneurship in Northern and Indigenous Areas.

As a member of the Flying Dust First Nation, Blaine is deeply connected to his heritage. He shares the Cree worldview through land-based education, including snowshoe tours, canoeing, and Elder teachings. He is an avid photographer, often capturing the Aurora Borealis in his home territory of Treaty 6.

He competed in a business incubator competition at the University of Tromso, Norway, with a startup idea for a vertical windmill design.

Personality Overview

Long-Term Thinker

Output-Driven

Planner & Achiever

They might take some time to make their mind up but once they do, they don't change it easily.  Reading between the lines and seeing beyond your words comes naturally to them. They exhibit a rare combination of being result-oriented but patient at the same time.

Topics They Care About

Indigenous Tourism
A central focus of his career at Travel Alberta and his own business, Cree North Adventures. He is a frequent speaker on the topic of growing authentic Indigenous experiences.
Land-Based Learning
A core component of his business, where he facilitates cultural education through activities like snowshoeing, canoeing, and sharing traditional knowledge on Flying Dust First Nation land.
Northern Economic Development
His professional roles and Master's studies focus on fostering sustainable economic growth and entrepreneurship for Indigenous and Northern communities.

Media Appearances

Blaine has no verified media appearances

Work History

9-2024
Destination and Commercial Development Manager for FMWB Region in Northern Alberta at Travel Alberta
8-2019
Nehiyaw Tourism Operator at Cree North Adventures
1-2023 - 4-2024
Regional Tourism Industry Development Manager at Meadow Lake Tribal Council
10-2021 - 1-2023
Prospect Development Specialist at Government of Saskatchewan
6-2019 - 10-2021
Recreation Wellness Coordinator at Meadow Lake Tribal Council

Education

Bachelor's degree from University of Saskatchewan
2013 - 2013
Education details unavailable from Columbia University

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Insights For Selling To Blaine

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Let them know of potential risks but suggest mitigation methods alongside
  • Focus on the results that your product produces, expect some strategic questions in return
  • Stick to your standard pitch and qualifying script, don't try to wing it

DONT's

  • Avoid putting conscious effort into relationship-building
  • Don't shy away from asking hard questions, but be extra polite
  • Don't go over them unless you are left with no other option

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Blaine is

  • Strong proof of impact and their conviction will matter the most, but they wouldn't want to act unilaterally either
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Blaine

  • They will say no if they are not convinced but you will have to prompt them.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Blaine move?

  • They will want to understand things well but can move fast once they have a clear picture.
  • Can Blaine take some risk or not?

  • They have good risk tolerance but are likely to think it through once or twice.

You And Blaine

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