Harvey L. Yesno

President and CEO at Nishnawbe Aski Development Fund

📍 Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada

Harvey L. Yesno is the President and CEO of the Nishnawbe Aski Development Fund. His distinguished career includes serving for 16 years as the Chief of Eabametoong First Nation and two terms as the Grand Chief of Nishnawbe Aski Nation, focusing on Indigenous economic advancement.

A member of the Eabametoong First Nation, Harveys professional life demonstrates a profound and lifelong dedication to the empowerment and self-sufficiency of First Nations communities. His leadership is rooted in advancing the political, social, and economic interests of his people.

In recognition of his significant contributions, Lakehead University awarded him an Honorary Doctor of Laws degree.

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Current Role

President and CEO

Job Level

Leadership

Location

Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada

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Priorities

Topics Harvey cares about

Indigenous Economic Development

As CEO of NADF, he is a key figure in driving economic growth, business financing, and entrepreneurship for 49 First Nations in Northern Ontario.

First Nations Governance

His extensive experience as a former Chief and Grand Chief provides him with deep insights into Indigenous political structures, rights, and self-governance.

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Career

Work history

President and CEO

Nishnawbe Aski Development Fund

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Media appearances

Harvey Yesno: a visionary leader takes the reins of the Nishnawbe Aski Development Fund. Featured in Vlex (Legal News)

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