INDIGENOUS RELATIONS
At Komplete, we value our relationships with Indigenous partners. Trust is essential for establishing a meaningful connection with Indigenous communities. Building that trust requires time, consistency, and transparency. The same principles apply to our relationships with industry partners; fostering trust also takes time, consistency, and transparency.
Routinely, we collaborate with our trusted partners to create solutions that benefit both the community and the industry. If you are an industry leader, an Indigenous community business leader, an Indigenous business owner, or a community member seeking a trusted partner, please contact us. We would love to start a conversation.
FINANCIAL
We believe that all projects should be financially sustainable while ensuring social responsibility. Therefore, we are seeking partners who are socially responsible and understand how the industry can benefit communities while respecting the land and its people.
RESPECT
We acknowledge our Indigenous partners as the traditional custodians of the land where the project is located. At Komplete, this understanding drives us to collaborate, be transparent, and show respect towards our hosts and partners.
CAPACITY PROGRAMS
Youth and Elders embody the community's future and memory. Our capacity programs focus on members who symbolize your community's past and future.
LEGACY BENEFITS
We believe that projects come and go, but the land and the people remain constant. Therefore, we collaborate with our Indigenous partners to develop legacy programs that future generations can recognize as the legacy of previous projects.
Our Indigenous Relations Leadership
RYAN SCHONAUER
Vice President, Business Development & Community Relations
Ryan recognizes the importance of meaningful engagement and communication with Indigenous communities affected by our projects.
For over a decade, his dedication as a community advocate has led to numerous successful initiatives and enduring friendships. His unique experiences and perspectives facilitate dialogue and foster strong relationships between communities and project proponents.
Ryan believes that each community deserves a tailored approach, as they each have specific challenges, needs, and requirements. In his role at Komplete, he focuses on building relationships with communities on a broad scale, creating business and employment opportunities for Indigenous people, and supporting individual growth and development.
His expertise encompasses operations, engagement, and business development.
