About Us

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Devon Clunis

I've always believed that one person can make a difference and my personal and professional life has been about exhibiting that ideal.

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I grew up in Jamaica and immigrated to Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada in 1975 at age 11.  With the help of key difference makers I was able to achieve success in a culturally challenging setting. The little boy from Jamaica went on to become a Canadian history maker; the first Black Chief of Police in Canadian history. 

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As Chief of the Winnipeg Police Service, I led an organization of over 1900 employees with an annual budget surpassing $263,000,000.00.  

 

Success meant learning to navigate complex work environments, attracting and retaining highly motivated, passionate, results-driven, team-oriented individuals, while creating inclusive, caring cultures that gave each individual a sense of purpose and belonging. 

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I now apply these proven leadership principles across North America helping individuals and organizations achieve their aspirational goals. 

Pearlene Clunis

Devon and I come from different backgrounds yet share a similar journey. I was born in Osoyoos, British Columbia, but moved to Minitonas and Moosehorn, Manitoba, in my early childhood.

 

I experienced a different yet equally impacting kind of cultural immersion as my parents welcomed many international visitors.

 

I had the good fortune of being introduced to many different cultures in my childhood and youth. I also had the opportunity to overcome challenges through the goodness of others and my own brand of resiliency.

 

Those varying experiences led me into the fashion world where I owned my own business and became an international award-winning fashion designer.  The Little Girl from Osoyoos would have never imagined that.

 

Throughout my career in the fashion industry, I grew passionate about women's rights and the need to advocate on behalf of vulnerable and exploited women.  

 

This has become a significant part of my purpose as Clunis Consulting strives to build a culturally diverse and inclusive society.

 

Our Approach

Working with a diverse and experienced group of professionals, Clunis Consulting aims to pave a new path in the areas of personal and organizational leadership and community enrichment. 

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We believe that creating leaders that have emotional intelligence and cultural awareness is one of the best things we can do for the corporate world.

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Future Potential

We also believe that giving every child the opportunity to achieve their potential in a healthy community is equally critical to our future. Sharing stories of struggles and successes are important because they give us a meaningful context for hope. We have authored two children's books, The Little Boy from Jamaica: A Canadian History Story and The Little Girl from Osoyoos.  Both speak to the potential in every child and show us the role individuals and community play in realizing that potential.

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We would love to share our principles for a purpose-filled and successful life with you.