
11th Annual Native American Housing Conference
June 6-7, 2023
Pechanga Resort Casino – Temecula, CA
Event Details
The 11th Annual Native American Housing Conference will be held on June 6-7, 2023 at Pechanga Resort Casino – Temecula, CA.
Through a series of panels and roundtable discussions, attendees will hear from top experts in the housing field on the state of housing in Native America and explore programs aimed at helping you serve your entire community. Best practices on how to move developments forward and secure funding for affordable housing will be shared, and you’ll benefit from networking with tribal leaders and housing directors representing over 100 tribes throughout the country. Discover innovative ideas from housing professionals who share the common goal of bringing affordable housing to Indian Country.
Four Conferences for the Price of One!
This event is being held in conjunction with our:
- 16th Annual Native American Economic Development Conference
- 13th Annual Native American Healthcare Conference
- Eighth Annual Native American Cannabis & Hemp Conference
When you register for one, you will have access to all four conferences!
Who Should Attend:
- Tribal Leaders
- Council Members
- Housing Authority Directors and Managers
- Auditors
- Accountants/CPAs
- Attorneys
- Project Management Professionals
- Construction Professionals
- Insurance Professionals
- Finance/Mortgage Professionals
- Federal/State/Municipal Government Agencies
- Architects
- Housing Research Centers
- Health Departments
TO SPEAK WITH A REPRESENTATIVE ABOUT ATTENDING, SPEAKING, EXHIBITING OR SPONSORING, PLEASE CALL US AT 201-857-5333 OR EMAIL SALES@NATIVENATIONEVENTS.ORG.
At Native Nation Events, we pride ourselves on offering best-in-class networking events in a fun and relaxed atmosphere. No need for suits and ties; business casual is the preferred dress code for our conferences.
Thank you to our exclusive Housing Conference Corporate Partner, Travois, for your dedication and passion for enhancing the Native American community.

Register Now To Attend
For Elected Tribal Council or Tribal Government/Enterprise Representatives
Tribal Super Early Bird
$745
Tribal Early Bird
$845
Tribal Standard Rate
$945
Group Rate (4 or more paid from same Tribe or entity)
Tribal Group Super Early Bird
$645
Tribal Group Early Bird
$745
Tribal Group Standard Rate
$845
For Other Industry Professionals
Pro Super Early Bird
$845
Pro Early Bird
$945
Pro Standard Rate
$1045

HOTEL INFORMATION
Pechanga Resort Casino45000 Pechanga Parkway
Temecula, CA 92592
1-888-PECHANGA
Room Rate: $204 per night
Booking Code: 7374159
Room Cut-Off Date: May 4, 2023
YOU MUST MENTION NATIVE NATION EVENTS OR THE NATIVE AMERICAN ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT – HOUSING CONFERENCE TO RECEIVE THE DISCOUNTED RATE!
Reserve Room Now11th Annual Native American Housing Conference
June 6-7, 2023
Pechanga Resort Casino – Temecula, CA
Tuesday, June 6th, 2023
7:30 - 8:30 AM
Registration and Networking Breakfast
Registration A&B | Summit Ballroom C
8:30 - 8:45 AM
Opening Remarks
Summit Ballroom AB

Justin O'Connor
President | Native Nation Events

Ken Perez
President | Pechanga Development Corporation
8:45 - 9:30 AM
Keynote- Unlocking the Best Version of Yourself and Embracing Change and Uncertainty
Summit Ballroom AB

Jim Stroker
Coach | Native Nation Events
- The 3 questions you must answer to create alignment and tranquility in your life.
- Becoming aware of the space between stimulus and response, and making this your power tool.
- Regaining a sense of control by discipline of focus on what is in your control and what is Out.
- Deciding to bring your attention to “The Process”, and leading teams to focus here rather than outcome.
- The mindful leader and self care strategies that allow for sustainability and building teams of trust.
- The locked in intention that you have for exiting the game of life, and will you create a game plan that uses AMOR FATI as your theme?
9:30 - 10:15 AM
Legislative Update: New and Pending Legislation and What It Means for Indian Country
Summit Ballroom AB

One Who Rides His Horse East (Tom Rodgers)
Founder and CEO | Carlyle Consulting
- Cannabis Federal and State political and policy developments
- Psychedelic Federal and State political and policy developments
- Native American sovereignty- DEA licensure and intellectual property
10:15 - 10:45 AM
Morning Networking Break
Summit Ballroom C
10:45 - 11:00 AM
Housing Conference Co-Chair Remarks
Elderberry

Bryan Schuler
Vice President for Housing Development | Travois
11:00 - 12:00 PM
Management and Operations - Keys to Building a Successful Team
Elderberry

Crystal Banks-Mann
Asset Management | Travois
- How well do you know yourself and your colleagues?
- Developing trusting relationships is essential to working effectively as a team and reducing turnover.
- This interactive session will allow you to dig into your own strengths and challenges as well as learn how to build trust and work effectively with others.
12:00 - 1:00 PM
Networking Lunch
Summit Ballroom C
1:00 - 2:00 PM
Basics of Housing Development and Low Income Housing Tax Credits
Elderberry

Abby Day
Project Manager | Travois

James Klas
Founder & Principal | KlasRobinson Q.E.D

Bryan Schuler
Vice President for Housing Development | Travois
- Learn how to leverage tax credits to build new housing or rehabilitate existing housing.
- Discuss how developments can be tailored to provide housing for people with low-income or extremely low-income families, elders, the workforce, people with special needs, and students.
- How you can fund community buildings and amenities.
2:00 - 3:00 PM
Housing Operations - The Unsung Heroes
Elderberry

Crystal Banks-Mann
Asset Management | Travois

Keith Gregory
Director of Housing | Pascua Yaqui Tribe

Jake Wells
Asset Manager | Travois
- What are the next steps once construction is completed and units are placed into service?
- What are the many milestones still needed to navigate the years to come?
- Review the ongoing operating challenges and the unsung heroes who work hard to keep rental units in compliance.
3:00 - 3:30 PM
Afternoon Networking Break
Summit Ballroom C
3:30 - 4:45PM
Housing Director Roundtable - State of Housing Developments in 2023
Elderberry

Adam Rose
Director of Partnerships and Growth | Travois

Annalee Trujillo
Executive Director | Pala Band of Mission Indians

Debra Jones
Housing Director | Northern Ute Indian Tribe

Joel "Joey" Nathan
Executive Director | Northern Ponca Housing Authority

Elizabeth Elliott
Executive Director | Northern Circle Indian Housing Authority
- What are the housing needs of low-income vs middle-income families?
- How can COVID relief funds be utilized?
- Because of the rising construction costs, supply and labor shortages, what is the outlook for the future?
4:45 PM
Day One Sessions Conclude
Wednesday, June 7th, 2023
7:30 - 8:30 AM
Registration and Networking Breakfast
Registration A&B | Summit Ballroom C
8:30 - 9:45AM
From a Dream to Implementation - Pueblo of Acoma Case Study
Elderberry

Elsa Garcia
Architect II | Travois Design

Bryan Schuler
Vice President for Housing Development | Travois

Francisco "Chico" Carr
Development Manager | Pueblo of Acoma Housing Authority
- The breakdown of how the Pueblo of Acoma Housing Authority completed two affordable housing developments.
- Discuss how 60 units and community amenities were created and designed from start to finish.
- How to achieve funding from multiple sources for construction completion?
9:45 - 10:15 AM
Morning Networking Break
Summit Ballroom C
10:15 - 11:15 AM
Successfully Managing Multiple Projects at the Same Time
Elderberry

Chelsea Powell
Architect I | Travois Design

Erinn Roos-Brown
Travois
- Discuss Yurok Indian Housing Authority’s recent success.
- We will cover each development phase, including application, design, and construction.
- How the Low Income Housing Tax Credit awarded from the California Tax Credit Allocation Committee allotted for two buildings.
11:15 - 12:15 PM
State Housing Programs for Tribes and Updates on our Efforts to Remove Barriers
Elderberry

Annalee Trujillo
Executive Director | Pala Band of Mission Indians

Iliana Chevez
Tribal Technical Assistance Programs Manager | California Coalition for Rural Housing

Elizabeth Elliott
Executive Director | Northern Circle Indian Housing Authority
- Housing bills that have been submitted to the State?
- Barriers to State Programs and SB18?
- Discuss State funds and our efforts in drafting our bills and working with the State Leaders.
12:15 PM
Housing Conference Concludes

Iliana Chevez
If you’re interested in sponsoring this event, please reach out to Dan O’Connor at dan@nativenationevents.org or call him at 201-857-5333 for additional details.