Sima Sahar Zerehi is CEO and co-founder of Arctic Opportunities Group, a strategic advisory firm focused on advancing nation-building infrastructure and economic development across the Arctic. She works at the intersection of Indigenous partnerships, government relations, and major project implementation, supporting proponents, Indigenous organizations, and investors to move northern priorities forward.

Sima previously served as Chief of Strategic Operations to the Premier of Nunavut, where she helped advance the territory’s Arctic Sovereignty and Security Strategy and key infrastructure priorities. Prior to that, she held a senior role at the Qikiqtani Inuit Association, contributing to major initiatives including the Tallurutiup Imanga agreement.

She brings deep experience in Inuit–Crown relations, Arctic policy, and building partnerships that unlock investment and deliver long-term economic opportunities in the North.