Excellence in Finance Technology Award Winner – Evan Salter, CEO, Métis Financial Corporation of BC
Evan Salter is a seasoned professional with a diverse background in finance and business development. Currently based in Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada, Evan holds the titles of CPA and CMA, showcasing his expertise in financial management.
With a strong track record in executive roles within the financial sector, Evan has amassed over five years of valuable experience in roles that have honed his skills in financial accounting, financial statements, and managerial finance. His past experiences have equipped him with the knowledge and strategic mindset required to excel in his current position as a Business Development Executive and Financial Manager.
Evan’s leadership shines through in his role as the CEO of Métis Financial Corporation of BC, where he led a dedicated team focused on providing essential financial services and solutions to Métis entrepreneurs and communities across the province. Leveraging his Indigenous Leadership Certificate from Harvard Business School, Evan applied the principles of Indigenous governance, culture, and values to steer the organization towards success.
Passionate about empowering Métis individuals to achieve economic self-reliance and prosperity, Evan’s mission is deeply rooted in facilitating access to capital, education, and mentorship. His commitment to advancing the rights and interests of Indigenous peoples in Canada and beyond is evident in his collaborative efforts with various Indigenous organizations, governments, and stakeholders aimed at creating positive social and economic impacts.
Driven by a desire to create meaningful change and make a difference in the lives of others, Evan Salter is a dedicated professional whose unique blend of financial expertise, leadership skills, and passion for Indigenous advocacy sets him apart in the business landscape.
About Métis Financial Corporation of BC
The Métis Financial Corporation of BC was established by Métis Nation British Columbia (MNBC) as a result of an agreement with the department of Indigenous and Northern Affairs Canada (INAC). MNBC is the sole shareholder of MFCBC. The Métis Financial Corporation of BC is Métis owned and governed by a board of directors that is comprised of five persons.
The Métis Financial Corporation of BC’s mission is to provide trusted financial services for Métis entrepreneurs in BC.
The Métis Financial Corporation of BC’s vision is to be Métis entrepreneur’s financer of choice and to position Métis entrepreneurs and businesses to be able to fully participate in new and future economic opportunities.
Their mandate and structure permit them to provide loans to Métis entrepreneurs that commercial lenders such as banks and credit unions may not be able to provide. Métis Financial Corporation of BC seeks to strengthen the Métis economy through economically viable Métis owned and controlled businesses.