Guest Speaker: Chief Ted Williams
Topic: “Casino Rama, Past, Present and Future”
Host: Chris Snyder
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do not necessarily reflect the official views or opinions, policy or position of The Rotary Club of Toronto or its Members.
Biography
Chief Ted Williams is Ojibway from the Chippewas of Rama First Nation, a proud husband of 42 years and father of two. From humble beginnings, Ted’s early aspirations to make a difference led him to become a council member at age 25 and two years later became the youngest elected Chief of the Chippewas of Rama First Nation. He has held a successful career in real estate, and chaired the successful development of Casino Rama. Upon opening, he climbed the corporate ladder to become Vice President of Corporate Affairs and Human Resources at Casino Rama. Ted has been an entrepreneur for over 13 years as a consultant, guest speaker, and retail business partner. He is also a skilled chainsaw artist whose popular wooden bears can be found across the region. More recently, Ted made his return back into politics as Councillor for Rama First Nation during which he sat on various committees including the Ontario Parole Board. Now the Chief of Rama First Nation, Ted brings his wealth of experience in many areas to his role serving the community. Chief Williams and the Rama Reserve is playing a major role in the development of Misko Aki an exciting new cultural exhibition being created for opening in Gravenhurst in 2023