Isiah Desjarlais

Collaborator
DISC Type : is

Project Coordinator at Tsartlip First Nation

Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

Overview

Isiah Desjarlais serves as a Project Coordinator for the Tsartlip First Nation, where he supports community development and strategic planning. He is passionate about weaving cultural values into the Nations economic autonomy and is pursuing a graduate certificate in Indigenous Economic Development from Royal Roads University.

Outside of work, Isiah is a former international competitive sport climber. He now enjoys spending his time with his partner, playing board games, and building with Lego. He is also growing his practice as an Indigenous graphic designer.

Unique fact: He traveled internationally to compete in sport climbing before starting his career in community development.

Personality Overview

Consensus Builder

Good Listener

Appreciative

Win-win scenarios can appeal strongly to them.  They are more likely to go for proven solutions. Unlike D or C types, they are calm as well as friendly and can give the impression of being more receptive than they actually are.

Topics They Care About

Indigenous Economic Autonomy
States a key part of his vision is to see his Nation continue to build economic autonomy with culture and values woven into its fabric.
Community Land Use Planning
As a project coordinator, he is directly involved in developing the Tsartlip First Nation's Land Use Plan and engaging community members, especially youth, in the process.
Youth Engagement
He actively seeks youth champions to share their vision and help shape the future of the Tsartlip community through formal planning initiatives.

Media Appearances

Isiah has no verified media appearances

Work History

1-2025
Project Coordinator at Tsartlip First Nation
6-2024
Marine and Land Use Committee Member at W̱SÁNEĆ Leadership Council
11-2023 - 1-2025
Project Coordinator at Indigenous Prosperity Centre
10-2023 - 12-2023
Visual Merchandiser at MEC
7-2023 - 12-2023
Sales Advisor at MEC

Education

1-2025 - 8-2025
Graduate Certificate from Royal Roads University
9-2021 - 4-2023
Bachelor of Business Administration from Royal Roads University

More Information

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Exp : 8 Location : Victoria, British Columbia, Canada Job Level : Junior Designation : Project Coordinator at Tsartlip First Nation
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Insights For Selling To Isiah

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Take time to make them feel comfortable before getting to the main pitch
  • Show genuine interest in solving their problems
  • Use testimonials, case studies to show them why it is a low-risk, high-value decision

DONT's

  • Don’t give the impression of being unproven or risky
  • Don’t ask too many questions that sound too dry and objective
  • Avoid unnecessary confrontation if it arises incidentally

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Isiah is

  • Relationships can play a major role, followed by low risk and strong market validation.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Isiah

  • They are not very direct, and unlikely to say no to your face.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Isiah move?

  • They can take their time to make decisions, even if they are constantly involved and friendly.
  • Can Isiah take some risk or not?

  • It is unlikely that they will take many risks.

You And Isiah

Personality Compatibility


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