Tracy Eyssens

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Senior Advisor at Indigenous Services Canada | Services aux Autochtones Canada

Canada

Overview

Tracy Eyssens is a Senior Advisor at Indigenous Services Canada with over 20 years of experience fostering economic growth for Indigenous communities. A former CEO of Indigenous Tourism BC, she is an expert in strategic partnerships and community development, having supported over 300 projects across 150 First Nations. She holds a Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Manitoba.

Originally from Winnipeg, Tracy has heritage from the Pinaymootang (Fairford) First Nation and moved to Vancouver in 1995. Her career reflects a deep passion for building sustainable economies and creating opportunities that empower Indigenous peoples, blending professional expertise with a commitment to cultural advancement and community well-being.

As CEO of Indigenous Tourism BC, she secured over $4 million in multi-year funding for a single strategic plan.

Personality Overview

Overcautious

Disciplined

Analytical & Cautious

They tend to have clarity about their needs and constraints, and are unlikely to over-promise.  Being observant comes to them naturally. They are always well-planned and adopt a systematic approach.

Topics They Care About

Indigenous Economies
Her career is dedicated to creating prosperous and sustainable economies for Indigenous peoples, from tourism to broader community business development.
Strategic Partnerships
Frequently noted for her ability to forge effective collaborations between communities, government, and industry to unlock economic opportunities.
Authentic Tourism
As CEO of Indigenous Tourism BC, she advocated for tourism that allows communities to share and protect their culture while dispelling common myths.

Media Appearances

Tracy has no verified media appearances

Work History

9-2018
Senior Advisor at Indigenous Services Canada | Services aux Autochtones Canada
8-2017
CEO at Indigenous Tourism BC (ITBC)
11-2016
Director at Indigenous Tourism BC (ITBC)
7-1995 - 11-2016
Manager Business Development at Indigenous and Northern Affairs Canada

Education

1990 - 1995
Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.) from University of Manitoba

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Insights For Selling To Tracy

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • First of all, focus on building their confidence by sharing examples, case studies etc.
  • Spend time addressing concerns around risk and change, they will have them even if they don't express them
  • Expect them to be slow and cautious, encourage them to ask more questions

DONT's

  • Don't be very accepting if that is your natural style, stay firm
  • Avoid getting into storytelling mode, especially when they ask specific questions
  • Don't push them too hard to make fast decisions, give them time

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Tracy is

  • For them, low risk and acceptance by others are very important, followed by proof of ROI.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Tracy

  • They don’t say no often, they push out the decisions or keep going around in circles.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Tracy move?

  • They do not like to take decisions in a hurry, so they could be slow in making their mind up.
  • Can Tracy take some risk or not?

  • They are low on risk-appetite and prefer to make informed decisions.

You And Tracy

Personality Compatibility


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