Chief of the Neskonlith Indian Band in the BC Interior

Judy Wilson has an extensive media background in audio-visual production, book publishing, broadcast journalism and web planning.

Apart from her busy political schedule, Chief Judy Wilson is currently working with the Adams Lake, Neskonlith and Little Shuswap Bands in the Chase area on the development of network database and referral software for land-use planning and management.

Her work experience includes time as a data technician, communications officer, project developer, news reporter, broadcast manager and marketing coordinator. Wilson has also just completed the second year of a First Nations Public Administration program leading to a Master’s Degree in Public Relations.

Chief Wilson is an advocate of language, culture, history, aboriginal rights and title for Sepwepemc communities. She was elected Chief in 2007, and has served on the Band Council for a total of eight years. In her current term, Chief Judy is promoting economic and small business development in her local communities.