“Community Development through Community Empowerment”
We believe in the power of entrepreneurs and communities working together to create meaningful, lasting change. Our mission is to help you build the capacity, clarity, and momentum needed to turn long-term strategies into real progress for community wellness and economic growth. Discover our services below to see how we can help move your vision forward.
Meet Shari
Shari Caudron, President/CEO of Collaborative Innovations Inc., is a professional Community Development Facilitator, born and raised in Hay River, Northwest Territories.
Her expertise is in building innovative partnerships between First Nations, government, industry, community and educational institutions for economic development, employment readiness and social development.
With over twenty years experience in public relations, program management, business development and delivering community empowerment initiatives, Shari’s passion is to empower communities to work in partnership to develop and implement long term strategies for community wellness and economic development.
What We Do
We help entrepreneurs, organizations, and communities build capacity, strengthen partnerships, and create long-term economic and social impact.
- Workforce Assessments
- Training to employment strategies
- Workforce training strategies
- Entrepreneurship Training (ABEST)
- Market Research and Feasibility
- Business plan consulting
- Funding and Investor Sourcing
- Business to Business Networking and Referrals
- Financial Systems Set-up and Financial Management
- Information Technology Systems
- Cultural Sensitivity Training
- Cultural and Social Implications Training
- Community Empowerment Training
- Strategic Planning Training
- Proposal and Grant Writing Training and Mentorship
- Attracting new investors to the NWT
- Empowering Indigenous and Non-Indigenous partnerships
- Build & / Enhance partnerships with First Nations, Inuit, Metis, Governments, Industry, Educational institutions and Communities
- Money Hunting 101: proposal and grant writing services
- Investment Sourcing and Industry Expansion
- Research and Partnership Development
- Environmental Sensitivity Strategies and Development
- Innovative Technology Development and Sourcing
- Industry Growth Strategies and Development
Client Testimonials
Trusted by Clients and Partners Across Canada
It is with pleasure that I draft this letter of recommendation for Ms. Shari Caudron so as she may continue her efforts in contributing to her passion of community development. Having known Shari on both a professional and personal basis I am continually inspired by her commitment to better our society through various development efforts, but most notably through her efforts to better aboriginal society. On numerous occasions I have seen Shari utilize a wide range of skills and experience in an effort to bridge the divide between aboriginal organizations and various levels of government such as Municipal, Territorial/Provincial and...
Jason Lepine, Fort Smith, NWT
I first met Shari at Vancouver Island Economic Alliance Summit, while she was representing Aboriginal Employment and Training strategy organization. Shari impressed me with her dedication and perseverance trying to secure employment opportunities on behalf of her organization. Over the years Shari managed to maintain constant interest and support towards our projects using innovation, thinking outside of the box approach and creativity. Her passionate work and community dedication are contagious, I would recommend her without hesitation.
Zoran Knezevic. Port Alberni, BC
I first met Shari after I got laid off last year 2014 from the local coal mine. I found out about a Native organization that helps or assists in finding jobs and or helps you get better trained for the field you are interested in. In my case it was heavy equipment operator and after talking with her and telling her that I wanted a long-term career in the field of HEO she informed me of a course coming up to further my training/experience. There was five of us and she went above and beyond to make our 6 week...
Donavan LeBlond, HEO
Shari Caudron, dedicated, passionate, energetic, positive and conscientious in whatever tasks she undertakes. I would not hesitate to hire her to do a job and be confident that that job would be completed favorably.
S. Gauthier, Business Coach
I had the pleasure of meeting Shari while she was the Media Coordinator for Swinkey Golf. She was a pleasure to work with. Since that time we have remained in contact on social media, and have become friends. Shari always has a positive attitude and is always willing to help others. With her personality, drive, and dedication Shari would be an amazing addition to any team she joins.
Bill Cuebas, Director of Communications Golfballed.com
I have known Shari for approximately 3+ years, until very recently only in a social media capacity. In that time I have found her to be courteous, respectful, punctual, friendly and above all always professional. I had the pleasure of bumping into her on the street after she relocated to my city and now know all the above to be true in person as well. I also now call her a friend. Shari would make a fine addition and would no doubt be a strong asset to any organization lucky enough to win her services.