Previous Events

Life knocks three times—the call to grow, the call to serve, and the call to let go. In this session, we explore how Amor Fati—the love of fate—helps us answer each one with courage and grace. You’ll create your MVP Life Document, charting a path of meaning and impact, and learn how fulfillment comes from “passing the rope” to others. When the final knock comes, it’s not what you built, but who you became—and how deeply you lived—that defines your legacy.

Listen as tribal leaders dive into what they believe are the most pressing topics within Native America from the past year and into the future. What, if any, areas have tribes improved on in the last year? What are some current issues that need to be addressed within Native America? How will has the election affected tribes? Tribal leaders will answer these questions and more, giving an overview of the state of Native America.

Our panel of experts will go over the most pressing legislative updates your tribal nation and enterprises will need to be aware of during the second half of 2025. What new executive orders could impact your business? What new state legislation could have broader implications? Leave this panel with a better understanding on how new laws and regulations could influence your organization?

From increased access to broadband to Artificial Intelligence assisting with clerical processes, tribes are starting to look for new technologies to implement to increase efficiency. What kinds of technology are beneficial for tribes? Are there funding resources available for tribes interested in adopting new technologies but don’t have the financial means? How can new technologies contribute to the overall mission of increased sovereignty?

What are tribes and their enterprises doing to protect their investments? What new investment opportunities have arisen or will come around during the second half of 2025? How are organizations ensuring the sustainability of their portfolio? Experts and industry leaders will answer the most pressing investment questions and concerns you have.

Tribes have explored a variety of traditional and non-traditional avenues to diversify their revenue streams and create economic resilience. From partnering with established sports teams, to creating their own breweries, to developing their own organizations focused on tourism, there are a variety of different industries tribes could invest in that could expand their portfolio.

With vast landscapes across the country, there is ample opportunity for tribes and their development corporations to create their niche with their natural resources. Whether it is farming, raising livestock, or producing an essential good, tribes have an advantage to produce a necessary resource for others. Listen as leaders and experts explain how they used their lands natural resources as a revenue generator.

Microgrids have become a hot topic in the realm of renewable energy. From powering hospitals to businesses, microgrids help tribes become more self-reliant by providing their own power source. Learn from our panel of industry leaders as they talk through the planning and development process of creating your own microgrid.

Investing in entrepreneurship within your community through incubators and accelerators can foster private economic development opportunities for tribes. What kinds of capital and grants are out there to invest in entrepreneurs? How do you ensure an positive ROI when investing in youth programs? How can funding small businesses support a tribe’s overall economic growth?

Every reservation and tribally-owned property is different. Our panelists will explain how to power not only your communities, but potentially use renewable energy as an alternate revenue stream by powering nearby areas or even selling renewable energy certificates. Whether it’s solar, wind, or another form of renewable energy, listen as our experts dive into choosing what’s best for you, and how to turn a profit.

This session will guide you through the full lifecycle of development projects, from design to completion. Learn how to collaborate with architects, select the right contractor, build a strong team, secure financing, manage risk, and maintain momentum. Panelists will also highlight the importance of engaging Tribal leadership and community members. Whether planning a resort, government facility, or community center, gain practical insights on making critical decisions, avoiding common pitfalls, and ensuring your project’s success

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