Mark Lewis, President & CEOMark joined Det'on Cho in 2019 as Chief Financial Officer before becoming Chief Operating Officer in early 2022 and President and CEO in May 2023. Mark's focus during his tenure has included implementing a continuous improvement program for operational excellence and driving strategic investments to maximize growth and diversify Det'on Cho's businesses.
Over his 15 years in the North, Mark has developed significant experience with Northern companies, including leadership roles in finance and accounting for a local airline, a diamond mine, and a Western Canada-based accounting firm. Mark has also served as an auditor for various non-profit, government, and private businesses. Mark serves as Treasurer of the Northwest Territories and Nunavut Construction Association and has served on boards of several Yellowknife-based non-profits. Mark has a business degree from Memorial University in Newfoundland. He lives in Yellowknife with his wife, their two sons, and their dogs, and he enjoys cycling, golfing, and running in his free time. |
Email: mark@Detoncho.com
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Email: clayton@detoncho.com
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Clayton Thompson, Vice President, Operations
Clayton is a long-time Northerner with over 18 years of experience leading teams in the North and seven years with the Det’on Cho Group of Companies. Clayton has extensive experience in hospitality and remote camp management, focusing on building safe and customer-centric team cultures.
Clayton oversees Det’on Cho’s safety team and operations of Bouwa Whee Catering, Keskorie Boarding Home, and Det’on Cho Capital. Clayton serves a director for the NWT & Nunavut Chamber of Mines . During his time away from work, Clayton enjoys the outdoors, including running the trails around Yellowknife, camping, and fishing. |
Rebecca Connelly, Vice President, Strategic Engagement
Rebecca is Vice President of Strategic Engagement for Det'on Cho Management LP. Since joining the company in 2022, she has led efforts to implement programs and processes to optimize Det'on Cho's growing portfolio of companies while also focusing on community engagement and building a comprehensive communications strategy.
Rebecca has extensive experience in large-hub airport management, including community outreach, finance, and real estate development. She has parlayed that experience into nurturing strategic relationships between Det'on Cho and their internal and external stakeholders across industry, government, non-profits, and academia. Rebecca serves as a director for the Yellowknife Chamber of Commerce. She is proud to have served on the boards of many civic and non-profit organizations in North Carolina before moving to Canada. Originally from Florida, Rebecca holds a business degree from Georgetown University in Washington, DC, and an MBA from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. She lives in Yellowknife with her husband and their dog, where she enjoys attempting new winter sports, cooking, and traveling in her free time. |
Email: Rebecca@detoncho.com
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Email: lesley@detoncho.com
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Lesley Ann Evans, Human Resources ManagerLesley Ann Evans is the Human Resources Manager for Det'on Cho Management LP. She is focused on ensuring that Yellowknives Dene First Nation members are engaged and informed on both current and future Det’on Cho Management LP activities.
Lesley Ann is a Yellowknives Dene First Nation member and has grown up in both communities of Dettah and Ndilo. Throughout her 10 year career, Lesley Ann has worked in various areas of Human Resources such as recruitment, communication, benefits, and employee relations. She has held positions based in both the north and the south, with large multinational companies and small local organizations thus giving her a well-rounded perspective of Human Resources and community engagement. Lesley Ann has extensive education in Human Resources and administration, and holds a diploma in Fashion Design. She is a recognized Northern artist and is the owner of Dene Beadz which specializes in clothing, beading and jewelry. |
John Henderson, Special Advisor to the CEODuring a career that has spanned over 25 years, John has provided his expertise and leadership to a variety of small business, large enterprise and government organizations. Over the course of his career, John has worked in cross functional settings providing him exposure to all aspects of business operations.
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Email: john@detoncho.com
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