Tribal Leader Roundtable

Since my coming into office in the summer of July 2024, we have reestablished our economic development arm, which is looking to increase support for Native-owned businesses, expanding their scope on innovative business ventures, and increasing their efforts in the non-profit sector...

We have strived to find a balance between addressing public health concerns while still providing recreation and economic stability for our tribe and people.

We are always trying to create a tribal ecosystem that will produce invaluable results for further generations.

Since opening in 2012, our tribal casino has contributed significantly to the local economy and job market, employing over 140 community members, both tribal and non-tribal.

Doug Welmas, ChairmanCabazon Band of Cahuilla IndiansFantasy Springs Resort Casino – Indio, CAfantasyspringsresort.com / fantasyspringsresort.com/cbmi BENEFITS OF GAMING: Gaming revenues have benefited our tribe and community...

Our Council declared a state of emergency back in March and had zero COVID-19 positive cases on our reservation until May 27, largely because of strict mitigation measures. Since then, we have seen two surges and a recent softening in numbers.

Like many tribal and public casinos across the nation, navigating the COVID-19 pandemic and aftermath is our Enterprises toughest business challenge.

The Southern Ute Indian Tribe is looking forward to the summer season as we welcome visitors to the Sky Ute Casino Resort.

The Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation’s (MPTN) gaming operations generate significant gaming revenue for our tribal government, which provides essential services to our tribal members and extended community.

The Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes intend to expand operations into three sites in 2025. They are 90 miles to 20 miles apart. We have completed feasibility studies and are working on financing for the projects.