Drake Perry (he/him) is a student and administrative professional of Cree descent from Sapotaweyak Cree Nation in Treaty 4 territory, raised in Winnipeg, Manitoba. He is currently completing a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science at the University of Winnipeg, with a focus on public policy and administration. In early 2025, he returned to Winnipeg after studying abroad at Korea University in Seoul, South Korea.

Drake holds a Certificate in Legal Assistance from Red River College Polytechnic and worked for two years as a Legal Assistant at MLT Aikins LLP. He has strong administrative and organizational experience across sectors including legal, non-profit, hospitality, and retail. He spent seven years with Manitoba Liquor & Lotteries, including time in a retail management role, and worked at The Keg Steakhouse as a server, at the Fairmont Winnipeg as a bellman, and as a porter in Queensland, Australia.

He joined the Manitoba Queer Chamber of Commerce in 2025 as the Outreach & Research Assistant, supporting membership engagement, communications, and community-based research. Before that, he worked with the Indigenous Chamber of Commerce in a membership and outreach capacity. Drake participated in the Leadership Winnipeg program through the Winnipeg Chamber of Commerce, which helped build his interest in leadership, public speaking, and working with local chambers to support inclusive economic development.

He has volunteered with unhoused communities in Winnipeg’s downtown core and continues to engage in local advocacy through board participation. In his free time, Drake enjoys cycling, travelling, and spending time with his cat Nero and his dog Klara.