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Leadership

Ken Letander, BSW, MBA

Chief Executive Officer

Ken Letander, BSW, MBA, is the founder and CEO of Strat First Inc., an advisory firm specializing in Risk Management Planning, Indigenous Relations, and Community Engagement. With a diverse professional background, Ken has garnered experience from his tenure with the Government of Alberta, the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada, various Indigenous communities, and the private sector where he has been instrumental in designing and implementing Indigenous procurement and recruitment strategies as part of the development of Canada’s first grid-scale Small Modular Reactor (SMR).

 

Throughout his career, Ken has spearheaded and contributed to numerous projects and initiatives that have significantly enhanced citizen and user experiences in Canada and beyond, particularly in the areas of disaster recovery and community engagement. Beyond his professional achievements, Ken is also an internationally recognized First Nations artist. His contributions to the fields of business leadership and marketing management are further underscored by his role as a Professional Member within the Risk Management Society.

Sector Experiences

  • Public Sector

  • Private Sector

  • Not-for-profit Sector 

​Truth and Reconciliation 

  • Ken's experience in speaking on the topic of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) is extensive, unique, and deeply impactful. His work with the TRC from 2010-2012 gave him the opportunity to personally interview First Nations Residential School Survivors and their children across Canada. Ken worked with TRC Chair Murray Sinclair and gained a firsthand understanding of the importance of truth and reconciliation in Canada. The TRC was established to document the history and legacy of Residential Schools in Canada, which aimed to assimilate Indigenous children into mainstream culture. Through his work, Ken saw the impact of the TRC on Indigenous communities, promoting understanding and healing towards a more equitable future for all Canadians.

  • In addition to his work with the TRC, Ken has also supported the development of the Government of Alberta's Sixties Scoop Apology. This work demonstrates his commitment to justice and reconciliation for Indigenous peoples in Canada. 

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