Born and raised in Kitimat, Devrie lived on Vancouver Island, worked abroad in Bermuda and travelled Europe before returning home in 2013. Since then, Devrie and her husband have settled back into the community, raising their two children here and just enjoying life in Northern B.C.
Devrie joined the Rio Tinto team in January 2021 in the role of Communications and Social Performance Advisor, where her diverse work experience along with her international, regional and local exposure have supported and furthered her ability to adapt, recognize and leverage opportunities while cultivating meaningful relationships. She holds a Master of Business from Royal Roads University with a concentration on leadership.
Devrie is an enthusiastic professional with extensive experience collaborating with the community, First Nations, business and government. She believes in giving back to the community and the importance of community collaboration, partnership and engagement to build a strong Northern B.C economy.