Samuel N. Penney, Chairman, Nez Perce Tribe
We are working toward expanding our solar capabilities. Our initial goal is to ensure that the tribe is self-sustaining. Our next goal is to be able to produce energy for the grid.
John Williams, Chairman – United Auburn Indian Community
The gaming industry is always evolving, so we are constantly looking at ways to keep Thunder Valley competitive and relevant. We look at innovation as an important part of how we make decisions across both our gaming and hospitality operations.
Delores Pigsley, Chairman, Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians
Delores Pigsley, ChairmanConfederated Tribes of Siletz IndiansChinook Winds Casino Resort – Lincoln City, ORchinookwindscasino.com / ctsi.nsn.us
BENEFITS OF GAMING: Gaming revenue has been a blessing to...
Tribal Leader Roundtable: Spotlight on Tribal Economic Resilience
Tribal leaders share what their priorities are to help sustain the long-term economic resilience of their communities, including what their primary areas of focus...
Isaiah Vivanco, Chairman, Soboba Band of Luiseño Indians
The pandemic has impacted us immensely. Initially, not knowing the severity of COVID-19 and what came with it, sent the whole world into a different mind thought.
Tribal Leader Roundtable: Spotlight on Leadership and Development
This month, we spoke with three tribal leaders about the current challenges and rewards they are facing, how they promote strong leadership within their...
Sandra Pattea, President – Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation
Gaming remains the cornerstone of our economy, but we have also diversified into enterprises that strengthen our long-term stability.
Russell “Buster” Attebery, Chairman, Karuk Tribe
Communicate early and often with your management team. Develop a policy that reflects a proper chain of command so all employees, upper-level to entry-level, feel they were involved in the solution.
Tribal Leader Roundtable: 2022 and Beyond
This month we spoke with five tribal leaders about current issues and opportunities, lessons from previous years that will help their respective operations going...
Tribal Leader Roundtable: Spotlight on the Northwest
This month we spoke with seven tribal leaders in the Northwest about the greatest risks, challenges and rewards in 2022; how strong leadership is...





















































