FOUNDER , DIRECTOR OF IMPACT INNOVATION &
GLOBAL PARTNERSHIPS
Charlene SanJenko
Charlene SanJenko is an Indigenous Storyteller , Impact Producer , and Media Visionary . Born in the Splatsin Band of the Shuswap Nation , of BC , Charlene believes in creating from a place of collective genius , and celebrating congruent , cohesive partnerships that bring stories of hope and possibility fully alive .
Charlene is a two-time founder who is revolutionizing crowdfunding by fostering connections , aligning values , and mobilizing communities to drive impact in the space we engage with over seven hours daily . She is proud to work in the space of inclusive innovation where she is introducing a new approach to relational
investment and relational marketing by aligning compelling opportunities in impactfirst storytelling with strong brands with the intent of striking partnerships and impact investment to propel lasting success for all involved .
Charlene holds a solid reputation in the social impact space with a former corporate background in investment services , marketing & communications , and impact production . She is a former two-term municipal ( rural ) politician , community economic development enthusiast , and horse lover dedicated to radically transforming how creative resources are allocated and to whom , with a generational vision for the highest purpose of all our relations .
As an Indigenous Storyteller and impact-first filmmaker , she works closely with her Indigenous teacher and knowledge-keeper Wenecwtsin , Wayne Christian , on her return to community , cultural learnings , and intentional creative process . Her passion is fuelled by Wenecwtsin ' s teaching , " We can heal ourselves and our families in three generations if we keep it a sacred priority ."
Charlene surrounds herself with award-winning filmmakers , industry mentors , and progressive advisors to guide her journey who also believe in the power of storytelling as the most powerful lever of change for our generation .
For more on Charlene , read her Founder ’ s Story here . https :// bit . ly / 44T6pT5
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