Dr. Michelle Corfield is a distinguished First Nations leader, facilitator, and entrepreneur dedicated to advancing First Nations communities through innovative and holistic approaches. In 2006, she founded Corfield & Associates, a consulting firm that specializes in engagement, facilitation, strategic planning, and organizational development for First Nations and organizations working with them.

Beyond her consultancy, Dr. Corfield operates Indigenous Natural Health, an organization focused on developing Indigenous-based wellness products. She also co-developed the Indigenous Business and Leadership Executive MBA program at Simon Fraser University and was a founding partner of Ahp-cii-uk, a British Columbia multi-sectoral leadership initiative aimed at the social and economic development of First Nations.

Dr. Corfield has held numerous leadership positions, including serving as Vice-President of the Nuu-chah-nulth Tribal Council and Chair of the Legislative Council of the Ucluelet First Nation. She has also contributed her expertise to various boards, such as the College of Physicians and Surgeons of British Columbia and the Nanaimo Port Authority, where she served as Chair. Currently, she is a Director at FortisBC, British Columbia's largest energy provider.

Her academic credentials include a Doctorate in Organizational Leadership Management from the University of Phoenix, a Master’s in Conflict Analysis and Management from Royal Roads University, and a Bachelor of Arts in First Nations Studies from Vancouver Island University. Dr. Corfield is a member of the Ts’uubaa-asatx First Nation, reflecting her deep personal commitment to her community and family.