Matisse Hamel-Nelis, ADS, CPACC

I am a distinguished Métis communications and digital accessibility consultant and a PR professor at Durham College. I founded and host PR & Lattes, a podcast and collaborative space where emerging and established communications professionals can share their insights and ideas on public relations, communications, and marketing. My commitment to creating an inclusive environment is at the core of my leadership roles. As a professional communicator, I'm deeply proud of my Métis heritage, and I blend traditional storytelling with modern strategies to create impactful and inclusive narratives. As the Vice President of Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility (IDEA) for IABC/Toronto, I help shape policies and practices that embrace diversity. My influence extends as the Chair of ...