Brian Davey

Examiner
DISC Type : cs

Chief Executive Officer at NADF

Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada

Overview

Brian Davey is the CEO of NADF, an Indigenous Financial Institution serving First Nations in Northern Ontario. A Trent University graduate with over 35 years of experience in Indigenous economic development, he has held senior roles in both the public and private sectors, with a focus on the resource industry, infrastructure, and small business financing.

A member of the Moose Cree First Nation, Brian is dedicated to fostering an entrepreneurial culture and economic prosperity within Indigenous communities. He also owns and manages several residential properties, reflecting a personal entrepreneurial spirit. Recently, he launched "The Prosperity Podcast" to share insights on Indigenous business.

Unique fact: Brian has served as an elected First Nation leader and also sits on the boards of a mineral exploration company and an organization that manages First Nations casino revenues.

Personality Overview

Process Oriented

Unexpressive

Overcautious

Being observant comes to them naturally.  They are heavily focused on quality and prefer doing things the right way, even if it takes time. The only way to convince them is by showing them examples and ample proof.

Topics They Care About

Indigenous Entrepreneurship
As CEO of NADF, he provides financing and support to Aboriginal entrepreneurs. He hosts "The Prosperity Podcast" to highlight Indigenous business journeys.
Economic Development
His career spans over three decades focusing on business and economic development for First Nations, particularly in Northern Ontario.
Resource Sector
Has extensive experience and focus on the resource industry and has served as a director for Zenyatta Ventures, a mineral exploration company.

Media Appearances

Episode 90 – NADF: A True Innovator in Indigenous Investment. Featured in Apple Podcasts

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The Prosperity Podcast - Nishnawbe Aski Development Fund. Featured in NADF.org

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Brian Davey - NADF - Indigenomics Institute. Featured in Indigenomics Institute

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Work History

1-2013
Chief Executive Officer at NADF
3-2016
Managing Director at Neegani Investment Management Inc.
7-2019
Director Board Of Directors at Ontario First Nations Limited Partnership
3-2016 - 10-2019
Member of the Board of Directors at Northwestern Ontario Innovation Centre
12-2010 - 7-2018
Independent Director at Zenyatta Ventures Ltd (ZEN)

Education

1977 - 1981
BA from Trent University

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Exp : 15 Location : Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada Job Level : Leadership Designation : Chief Executive Officer at NADF
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Insights For Selling To Brian

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Spend time addressing concerns around risk and change, they will have them even if they don't express them
  • Ask them which other stakeholders would be important for this purchase decision
  • Expect them to be vague in response to your questions, ask firmly and pointedly

DONT's

  • Don't use phrases like 'do not worry', 'i promise' etc.
  • Don't rely on relationship building even if they act pleasantly
  • Avoid getting into storytelling mode, especially when they ask specific questions

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Brian is

  • Proof of usage by others in the industry, case studies showing ROI are likely to work the best with them.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Brian

  • Often, they don't say no, or keep going about it in circles.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Brian move?

  • They are some of the slowest movers and take their time reaching decisions.
  • Can Brian take some risk or not?

  • They have very low acceptance of risk even if they do not say it directly.

You And Brian

Personality Compatibility


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