Mallory Yawnghwe

Mallory Yawnghwe is a trailblazer in Indigenous business, supply chain development, and economic empowerment. As the Founder & Co-CEO of Indigenous Box, she has redefined Indigenous entrepreneurship by creating a scalable, high-impact business model that strengthens Indigenous supply chains, expands market access, and drives economic reconciliation in action.

With a Bachelor of Commerce in Supply Chain Management from MacEwan University, Mallory is the first Indigenous woman to hold an S.C.M.P. designation.  She is a sought-after advisor, strategist, and speaker, consulting for organizations such as Global Affairs Canada, Supply Chain Canada, and the Government of Alberta, ranging from Indigenous trade policy to procurement reform.

Her expertise has led to global recognition, with invitations to speak at The World Economic Forum Peru, the G20 Summit in Brazil, and numerous high-profile industry panels. Mallory’s work bridges the gap between Indigenous entrepreneurs and corporate Canada, ensuring Indigenous businesses are not only included in modern commerce but positioned as essential contributors and leaders in the global economy. 

Trista & Ken ~ BeautyLife & The Beast Barber

Beautylife & the Beast Barber is more than just a business – it’s a movement. Founded by Husband and Wife duo, Trysta and Kenneth Badger, our mission is to empower individuals through self-care, fitness, and personal development. With a shared passion for health, confidence, and transformation, we offer a range of services that go beyond appearance – we help people feel strong, capable, and proud of who they are.  

Our Story
As an Indigenous couple, we understand the challenges that come with overcoming adversity, rebuilding self-worth, and embracing one’s identity. Together, we have committed to living a sober, healthy, and purpose-driven lifestyle, inspiring other to take control of their well-being – mentally, physically, emotionally, and spiritually.  

Trysta, a certified personal trainer (Canfit Pro Canada) and beauty professional, founded Beautylife to help individuals look and feel their best through makeup, hairstyling, self-care programs, fitness training, and personal development coaching. With a passion for empowerment, she guides people – especially women – toward greater confidence, resilience, and self-love.  

Kenneth, known as the Beast Barber, brings his experience as an athlete, barber, and personal trainer to uplift indigenous men through barbering, fitness training, self-care programs, and mentorship. Overcoming personal struggles with addiction and systematic barriers, Ken now dedicates his life to helping men reclaim their strength, identity, and purpose – proving that change is always possible.  

Our Services
At Beautylife and the Beast Barber We Offer:  

• Makeup Applications & Hairstyling 

• Makeup Classes 

• Self-care & personal development programs 

• Fitness Training & Group Classes 

• Barber Services & Men’s Self-Care Programs 

• Motivational Speaking & Mentorship 

Our Purpose
We believe that self-care is more than vanity – it’s a form of self-respect. Our goal is to help people from all walks of life, particularly those in Indigenous communities, break through barriers, embrace their self-worth, and step in to their full potential. Whether through a fresh haircut, a fitness session, or a personal development workshop, we are here to inspire, uplift, and transform.  

Join Us
Ready to invest in yourself? Connect with us today! 

Email: trystabeautylife@icloud.com
Facebook & TikTok: Beautylife & the Beast Barber 

Panelists:

Kristy Jackson, Director of Marketing & Communications 
Athabasca Basin Development 

Kristy has over 20 years experience in Marketing and Communications, including overseeing communications for Athabasca Basin Development (ABD) since 2011. ABD is an Indigenous owned investment company that has ownership in 14 companies in a wide variety of industries, including aviation, retail, IT, electrical, construction and more. Kristy has a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Saskatchewan with a major in English and a certificate in Marketing Management & Innovation from the Sauder School of Business. She also has a Professional Director certification and sits on various non-profit boards and committees. Kristy is a member of Whitefish Lake First Nation #128 and is the author of two books for children ages 8-12 published by HarperCollins. 

Terry M Mitchell, C.Mgr., F.CIM – Graham Construction Group  

An Indigenous business leader that provides a proven track record of success at all levels in management within private, corporate, employee owned and public sector organizations. A citizen of Heart Lake First Nation, Alberta Treaty 6.  

An alumnus of the University of Regina and member of the Canadian Institute of Management (CIM) earning globally recognized management and leadership accreditations. Previously elected as the CIM National Executive Vice-Chair and Chair of the Indigenous Relations Group (Canada).   

Awarded the prestigious CIM Life-Time Achievement Award.  

Terry was Made a Fellow of the Chartered Management Institute – University of London, United Kingdom.   

Previous Co-Chair, Executive Director including Vice-President – Western Region, Canadian Council for Indigenous Business (CCIB) and past member CCIB National Governance Committee. Pioneer of the CCIB Progressive Aboriginal Relations (PAR) program.  

Terry is active as Corporate Vice President, leading the portfolio of Indigenous Relations for Graham Construction Group. Terry has been instrumental in establishing Graham’s long history of meaningful Indigenous partnerships in Canada with oversight in the U.S market bringing the vision that each Indigenous partnership works to ensure the business has long-term and mutually sustainable benefits to local Indigenous communities through its projects and services. 

Some of our past speakers include:

• Ashley Callingbull – Miss Universe Canada 2024
• Blaine Mirasty – Cree North Adventures
• Keith Henry – Indigenous Tourism Association of Canada
• Shae Bird – Indigenous Tourism Alberta
• Cody Demerais – Life is Limitless
• Sylvia Vineham – Vineham’s Cleaning Services Ltd. and Smiiley B Swaggin Bags
• Monica Brunet – Saskatchewan Metis Economic Development Corp
• Mike Young – Integrated Indigenous Energy Management
• Erin Close – Synergy Credit Union Human Resource Manager
• Nick Crighton – Executive Director of the Indigenous Manufacturing and Contracting Network
• Chief Cadmus Delorme
• Thomas Benjoe, B.Admin. Pro. Dir. President & CEO, FHQ Developments
• Jacob Faithful
• Mallory Yawnghwe
• Niilo Edwards
• Michael Linklater, 3×3 World Tour Basketball Player,  Entrepreneur,  Community and Youth Activist-Proud Indigenous-Life long Learner.
• Jim Boucher, 2018 Canadian Energy Person of the year
• Chief Clarence Louie, Chief of Osoyoos Indian Band
• Devon Fiddler, Founder and Chief Changemaker of SheNative Goods Inc.
• Heather Abbey, Founder of ShopIndig.ca
• Dallas Soonias, volleyball player who competed for the Men’s National Team.
• Clint Davis, VP of Aboriginal Banking at TD Bank Group
• Terry Bird, Lead Advisor First Nation & Metis Initiatives for K+S Potash.
• Shaun Soonias, Executive Director of the Saskatchewan First Nations Economic Development Network
• Zane Hansen, President & CEO of Saskatchewan Indian Gaming Authority
• Chief Tammy Cook-Searson, Chief of Lac La Ronge Indian Band
• Kelly Lendsay, BSPE, MBA, CAFM, ICD.D President & CEO INDIGENOUS WORKS (formerly the Aboriginal Human Resource Council)
• Ken Coates Canada Research Chair in Regional Innovation at the Johnson-Shoyama Graduate School of Public Policy, University of Saskatchewan campus and Munk Senior Fellow at the Macdonald-Laurier Institute.