toqʷanən – Dillon Johnson is CFO of Tla’amin Management Services
February 3, 2025
Following a nine-month long competitive process, Tla’amin Management Services (TMS) today announces Dillon Johnson as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO).
A Tla’amin Citizen, Johnson brings over a decade of financial expertise, leadership, and a deep commitment to supporting the growth and prosperity of Tla’amin Nation.
Dillon’s extensive career includes over 15 years as a consultant at Temixw Planning, where he provided strategic financial services to over 50 First Nation governments and organizations. Johnson specializes in analyzing financial health and fiscal options for Indigenous governments and enterprises through sound financial planning.
Johnson holds an MBA from the Richard Ivey School of Business, a Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Victoria, and designation as a Certified Aboriginal Financial Manager. He is Vice-Chair and a board member of the First Nations Financial Management Board, a national organization tasked with assisting First Nations in developing the capacity to meet their financial management requirements.
Dillon’s leadership experience is rooted in his deep connection to the Tla’amin community. Over a decade of service as an elected leader and former Chair of Tla’amin’s Finance Committee, he has worked tirelessly to balance growth and fiscal responsibility while respecting ɬaʔamɩn taʔow. His understanding of the Nation’s economic framework and governance structure will be invaluable as he helps guide TMS toward sustainable development. Johnson starts work on February 18th.
“Dillon’s vision for TMS aligns with our mission to create economic opportunities, and honor Tla’amin values, said TMS Holdings Board Chair, Justin Bull “His leadership experience and proven ability to take care of today while developing long-term financial strategies needed for tomorrow makes him a perfect fit for this critical role. Please join us in warmly welcoming Dillon Johnson as he embarks on this important journey with TMS.”
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About Tla’amin Management Services
Tla’amin Management Services LP (formerly the Sliammon Development Corporation) is the business arm of the Tla’amin Nation. TMS has over 20 years of experience in conducting business, particularly in land development, forestry, aquaculture, retail, hospitality and tourism.