Cheffe Irene Neeposh

Chief of Waswanipi, Businesswoman, and Advocate for Financial Independence Irene Neeposh was elected Chief alongside her Deputy Chief for Waswanipi on August 31, 2022, making history as part of a dual-woman leadership team. A passionate businesswoman and entrepreneur, Neeposh is the founder and owner of SKY Development Services, a company focused on empowering communities to strive towards financial independence. In addition to SKY, she owns two other companies, each designed to create opportunities for her community while demonstrating the power of local resources and innovation. Neeposh has a long-standing career in regional politics and administration, having worked in various leadership roles over the years. Her professional journey includes serving as a student affairs technician with the Cree School Board in 2010. As a mother of three and foster parent of 1, Neeposh emphasizes that her family is her top priority. However, her commitment to community and leadership is equally strong, as she works tirelessly to improve opportunities for the people of Waswanipi and beyond. As part of her entrepreneurial spirit, Neeposh, is passionate about regional development, seeking collaboration, partnerships that can add value to the not just community, but the region of Eeyou Istchee.