James Gessner

James Gessner, Chairman, Mohegan Tribe

Spirit of Aquai is a philosophy that guides our tribe and our businesses. It is a spirit of welcoming, cooperation, and mutual respect.
Tehassi Hill

Tehassi Hill, Chairman, Oneida Nation

Oneida Nation, through the decades, has created a broad system of checks and balances, which requires accountability and communication to our citizens.
Carla Keene

Carla Keene, Chairman, Cow Creek Band of Umpqua Tribe of Indians

The Cow Creek Band of Umpqua Tribe of Indians continues to move forward in growing future leaders through education, revitalizing our culture – which was lost when we were forced to assimilate into the white world to survive – and bringing back our traditions.
Neil Peyron

Neil Peyron, Chairman, Tule River Tribe of California

One of our greatest assets are the people working for the tribe who continue to do the best that they can with limited resources. They always come through.
Joseph 'Zeke' Rupnick

Joseph “Zeke” Rupnick, Chairman, Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation

Just like many other tribes across the nation, COVID highlighted some gaps within our infrastructure. These are some of the areas that we are currently working on and trying to eliminate gaps as best we can, given the limited amount of resources available.

Tribal Leader Roundtable: Spotlight on Oklahoma

This month, we spoke with four tribal leaders in Oklahoma about the greatest risks, challenges and rewards in 2022; how strong leadership is promoted...
Bill Anoatubby

Bill Anoatubby, Governor, Chickasaw Nation

The Chickasaw Nation places a high priority on maintaining law and order while ensuring the safety, security, and individual rights of our citizens.
Gary Batton

Gary Batton, Chief, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma

The greatest reward is seeing our tribal members enjoy all the benefits we can provide, especially in education, public safety, economic development and fostering of our culture.

David Hill, Principal Chief, Muscogee Nation

This administration, want to set a precedent for all leadership that begins with our example. Are we doing our part every day to keep our citizens as the highest priority?
Reggie Wassana

Reggie Wassana, Governor, Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes

We are always trying to create a tribal ecosystem that will produce invaluable results for further generations.
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Arizona, Hopi Tribe, Navajo Nation Sign Economic Development MOU

PHOENIX, AZ – Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs, Hopi Tribe Chairman Lamar Keevama, and Navajo Nation President Buu Nygren signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU)...
Tachi Palace

Tachi Palace to Host Inaugural Tachi-Con Collectors Expo

LEMOORE, CA – Tachi Palace Casino Resort will host its inaugural Tachi-Con Collectors Expo on Saturday, Oct. 24, bringing together collectors, vendors and fans...

Arizona Sports Betting Handle Rises 22.3% to $663.9M in June

PHOENIX, AZ – Bettors in Arizona wagered approximately $663.9 million on sports and events in June of 2026, according to newly released reports by the Arizona...
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IGA Highlights Growing Tribal Fight Against Illegal Prediction Markets

TULSA, OK – The Indian Gaming Association (IGA) is continuing its national effort to challenge prediction market gambling, with Chairman David Z. Bean calling...