The Ignite Team

Firecircle Ignite Mentor

Janet King

Meet Janet King, your northern tourism and economic development expert who's turning remote destinations into unforgettable experiences! With over 12 years of business development experience spanning from Newfoundland to Nunavut, Janet brings a unique understanding of Arctic and northern tourism opportunities to the Firecircle family.

As the Economic Development Officer for the Hamlet of Gjoa Haven, Janet knows exactly what it takes to build successful tourism ventures in Canada's most spectacular and challenging locations. From coordinating cruise ship operations to fostering Indigenous partnerships, she's mastered the art of creating authentic northern experiences that benefit local communities.

What makes Janet's eyes light up? Supporting entrepreneurs who are ready to:

• Develop authentic northern tourism experiences
• Create sustainable community partnerships
• Navigate remote business operations
• Build cross-cultural tourism ventures
• Design Arctic and sub-Arctic adventures
• Scale tourism operations in unique locations

Her superpower? Building bridges between communities and opportunities! Through her work with organizations like Kakivak Association and the St. John's Board of Trade, Janet has proven expertise in connecting entrepreneurs with the resources they need to succeed. Her experience representing Newfoundland at the Arctic Circle Summit showcases her global perspective on northern tourism development.

Whether you're dreaming of launching a remote tourism venture, seeking to create authentic Indigenous partnerships, or looking to expand your existing operation into northern markets, Janet's practical approach and extensive network will help you navigate the path to success. And when she's not mentoring tourism entrepreneurs, you might find her hiking trails, exploring authentic food experiences, or championing community development through her volunteer work.