United South & Eastern Tribes

NAP Member Education Session | Next Gen Now
2024-01-25 12:00 (America/Chicago) | Virtual Event
January 25 at 1:00 pm Eastern
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On January 25, at 1:00 pm (ET), join a very special conversation featuring members of Native Americans in Philanthropy’s (NAP) Native Youth Grantmakers program alongside our moderator, Stephine “Steph” Poston (Pueblo of Sandia) as well as Kelley Mitchell (Diné), Dr. Amanda Tachine (Navajo), Vernon Miller (Omaha), and Tesia Zientek (Citizen Potawatomi) as they discuss how philanthropy can serve Indigenous youth, through the lens of education, in impactful and culturally relevant ways while creating opportunities for success and sustainment in Indian Country.

VA | Homeless Veterans Virtual Outreach Symposium
2024-01-25 12:00 - 14:00 | Virtual Event
Thursday, January 25 at 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm Eastern
Link to join
Call-in at (833) 558-0712
Access Code: 276-147-13994
The symposium will discuss the unique needs of homeless veterans.

National Advisory Council on Indian Education (NACIE) Open Virtual Meeting
2024-01-25 12:00 - 15:30 | Virtual Event
The National Advisory Council on Indian Education (NACIE) is hosting an open virtual meeting on January 24–25, 2024, from 1:00-4:30 p.m. ET daily.
The purpose of this meeting is to convene NACIE and conduct the following business: discuss fiscal year (FY) 2024 meeting calendar and agendas, Annual Report to Congress, and activity planning; hold an open public comment session; and engage in discussions with federal stakeholders ( e.g., U.S. Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Education (BIE), WHI–NATCU, U.S. Department of Labor, and U.S. Department of Education, Office of Indian Education).
Join by Phone
The dial-in listen-only phone number for the meeting is 1–669–254–5252, Meeting ID: 160 250 9522, passcode: [REDACTED]
Join by Web
The web link to register to access the meeting via Zoom.gov is
https://www.zoomgov.com/meeting/register/vJItdeyopz4oGLtbQCpCY4h1bYrMVf3v8WE (-> r20.rs6.net).

DOJ Coordinated Tribal Assistance Solicitation (CTAS) Webinars
2024-01-25 13:00, 2024-01-30 12:00, 2024-01-31 12:00, 2024-02-01 12:00, 2024-02-06 12:00 | Virtual Event
CTAS Overview
Thursday, January 18, 2024 | 1:00 PM EST
Registration link: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_83tJlRfTQWeq3t8GAhFClg
FY 2024 Updates: Just Grants and Submitting an Application
Tuesday, January 23, 2024 | 1:00 PM EST
Registration link: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Bi6b4I_qTSqz4lKKHNYxqQ
Budget Development
Wednesday, January 24, 2024 | 1:00 PM EST Registration link: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_26VUg8mNShSIKmSvfqo4aw
Tips for Successful Applications for Alaska & Rural Communities
Thursday, January 25, 2024 | 2:00 PM EST
Registration link: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_ROgm-FjRSjWCpRczyL8L2w
Purpose Area 1 (COPS) | PA1 Fact Sheet Tuesday, January 30, 2024 | 1:00 PM EST Registration link: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Nxm0PKtUSWG75zKnhE515Q
Purpose Areas 2, 3, & 4 (BJA) | PA 2 Fact Sheet | PA 3 Fact Sheet | PA 4 Fact Sheet
Wednesday, January 31, 2024 | 1:00 PM EST Registration link: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_HkRkRFv4R66musX-0K1JMA
Purpose Area 6 (OVC) | PA 6 Fact Sheet
Thursday, February 1, 2024 | 1:00 PM EST Registration link: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_VPUg6QvnRk6_Q6Dtojes4g
Purpose Areas 8 & 9 (OJJDP) | PA 8 Fact Sheet | PA 9 Fact Sheet
Tuesday, February 6, 2024 | 1:00 PM EST
Registration link: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_5vvcv4VjQ2-7dgra1PU24g
Budget Worksheet Completion
Thursday, February 8, 2024 | 1:00 PM EST
Registration link: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_ruUeOS_2SbySl-zOuXkHiQ
Application Checklist Review
Tuesday, February 13, 2024 | 1:00 PM EST
Registration link: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_PVY2vsWPRnG_FJfy6YWTGA
FY 2024 CTAS JustGrants Final Upload Q&A
Tuesday, February 20, 2024 | 1:00 PM EST
Registration link: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_4MwEWAVZTtC8xR7ekL5YCg
Accessing Grants Workshop Recorded
November 8-9, 2022
Workshop Link: www.ncjtc.org/accessgrantsworkshop

NCUIH 2024 Urban Indian Health Policy Preview
2024-01-25 13:00 - 14:00 | Virtual Event
January 25 at 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm Eastern
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Join an informative session as the NCUIH Policy Department explores 2024 Policy Priorities for American Indians and Alaska Natives. This engaging webinar promises a thorough exploration of key issues leading the charge in advocacy efforts, shaping the policy landscape for Native communities in the coming year.

American Climate Corp Listening Session
2024-01-25 17:00, 2024-02-01 09:00 | Virtual Event
In September, President Biden announced the launch of the American Climate Corps, a groundbreaking workforce training and service initiative that will prepare tens of thousands of young people for good-paying jobs in the clean economy.
Beginning this week, the Biden-Harris Administration will convene a series of virtual listening sessions to hear directly from prospective American Climate Corps applicants and implementing partners. Join the American Climate Corps team and special guests to share your thoughts about how to make the ACC a success.
The first listening session will be held on Thursday, January 11 at 10 am ET. Sign up here.
Additional listening sessions will be held on the following dates:

January 16 at 6 pm ET. Sign up here
January 25 at 6 pm ET. Sign up here
February 1 at 10 am ET. Sign up here

More information about the virtual listening sessions can be found here.

IRS Office Hours to assist with IRS Energy Credits Online Registration Process
2024-01-26 12:00 - 13:00, 2024-01-30 12:00 - 13:00, 2024-02-02 12:00 - 13:00, 2024-02-06 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual Event
The IRS is hosting upcoming office hours that are available for all direct pay applicable entities. This is to assist with the IRS Energy Credits Online pre-filing registration process. Upcoming office hours and links to register are below:

DATE
TIME
Registration Link

January 16, 2024
1-2 PM EST
Register Here

January 19, 2024
1-2 PM EST
Register Here

January 23, 2024
1-2 PM EST
Register Here

January 26, 2024
1-2 PM EST
Register Here

January 30, 2024
1-2 PM EST
Register Here

February 2, 2024
1-2 PM EST
Register Here

February 6, 2024
1-2 PM EST
Register Here

February 9, 2024
1-2 PM EST
Register Here

To receive any future announcements on IRS office hours, and for updates on direct pay generally, sign up at IRS.gov/newsroom/e-news-subscriptions by scrolling down to the “Tax exempt & government entities” category. As a reminder, IRS has detailed resources to help you navigate the pre-filing registration process from start to finish, including this how-to video and this comprehensive user guide.
Visit IRS.gov/ElectivePay to explore a series of educational one-pagers for each direct pay applicable entity, a list of applicable tax credits, and an extensive list of FAQs. You can find even more information and the latest guidance related to the Inflation Reduction Act’s tax provisions generally on IRS.gov/CleanEnergy.
To learn more about the Inflation Reduction Act and its clean energy, climate mitigation and resilience, agriculture, and conservation-related investment programs, explore the Inflation Reduction Act Guidebook or visit IRS.gov/CleanEnergy.

Department of Homeland Security Listening Sessions on Environmental Justice Program
2024-01-29 14:30 - 16:00 | Virtual Event
The Department of Homeland Security (Department or DHS) invites comment and feedback from Tribal Nations and indigenous peoples on barriers and challenges, suggestions, and ideas to help advance the Department’s environmental justice program, help DHS conduct meaningful engagement of the public in decision making, and address challenges facing environmental justice communities related to DHS programs and activities. On December 18, 2023, DHS issued a Request for Information (RFI) Federal Register :: Request for Information Regarding Department of Homeland Security Activities and Advancing Environmental Justice, Docket ID: DHS-2023-0048, asking specific questions. The public comment period will be open for 60 days, closing on February 16, 2024.
Executive Order 14096, Revitalizing Our Nation’s Commitment to Environmental Justice for All, signed April 21, 2023, defines “environmental justice” as the just treatment and meaningful involvement of all people, regardless of income, race, color, national origin, Tribal affiliation, or disability, in agency decision-making and other Federal activities that affect human health and the environment so that people:

are fully protected from disproportionate and adverse human health and environmental effects (including risks) and hazards, including those related to climate change, the cumulative impacts of environmental and other burdens, and the legacy of racism or other structural or systemic barriers; and
have equitable access to a healthy, sustainable, and resilient environment in which to live, play, work, learn, grow, worship, and engage in cultural and subsistence practices.

DHS will host three virtual information and listening sessions via Zoom during the public comment period to hear participants’ responses to the questions in the RFI.
Please register to attend one of the information and listening sessions through the links below:

Friday January 19, 2:00-3:30 PM, Eastern Time – Session 1: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_gsR3Ue5UR5mxjiBLstD7nQ (-> lnks.gd)
Tuesday, January 23, 2:00-3:30 PM, Eastern Time – Session 2, Tribal and Indigenous peoples: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_TnXdmN9ZSDGqy5LxnlKxeg (-> lnks.gd)
Monday, January 29, 3:30-5:00 PM, Eastern Time – Session 3: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_fNpD6F9WRiaY5hLPkMYtyA (-> lnks.gd)

For more information on the DHS Environmental Justice Program, please visit www.dhs.gov/dhs-environmental-justice-strategy (-> lnks.gd). For questions, please contact dhsenvironmentaljustice@hq.dhs.gov.

Application deadline: Energy Efficiency and Conservation Formula Grants
2024-01-31 00:00 - 23:59
Department of Energy – Energy Efficiency and Conservation Formula Grants

Full application deadline – January 31, 2024

HHS Food Is Medicine Summit
2024-01-31 08:00 - 16:00 | Virtual Event
On behalf of Secretary Xavier Becerra and the United States Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), you are invited to register to attend the first ever HHS Food Is Medicine Summit on January 31, 2024. This will be a full-day event for policymakers, advocates, researchers, and a wide variety of stakeholders with equities in the Food is Medicine space to engage in a substantive conversation about why food is medicine is important, what actions are being taken to promote this concept, and what stakeholders can do to bolster this work.
What: HHS Food Is Medicine Summit
When: Wednesday, January 31, 2024
Time: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM ET
Where: Virtual attendance only. In-person attendance has met capacity
Please register via this link.

Revised CDFI Certification Application Webinar
2024-01-31 12:30 - 14:00 | Virtual Event
The Community Development Financial Institutions Fund (CDFI Fund) will conduct a live webinar to assist organizations in understanding the requirements of the revised CDFI Certification Application. This webinar will be held to discuss updates to the Application FAQs, available new materials, and to take any additional questions.
Webinar Details
Viewing this webinar requires the use of WebEx. To download the WebEx Meetings Desktop Application, please see the instructions on the WebEx Downloads webpage.
Advance registration is not required to participate in the webinar. Please access the webinar, using the link provided below, at least five minutes prior to the beginning of the webinar.
Date: Wednesday, January 31, 2024
Time: 1:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Eastern Time
Call-In: 1- 888-946-8410
Webinar Access: https://www.mymeetings.com/nc/join (-> lnks.gd)
Conference Number: PWXW3342337
Participant Passcode: [REDACTED]

HUD Webinar on Developing Programmatic Agreements Under Section 106
2024-02-01 13:00 | Virtual Event
February 1 at 2:00 pm Eastern
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The Department of Housing and Urban Development will host a webinar on Section 106 compliance under the National Historic Preservation Act, which is required for all Environmental Assessments and for environmental reviews that are categorically excluded and subject to related laws (CEST). For Tribal projects involving the rehabilitation of single-family homes, the consultation for historic preservation is often the lengthiest part of the environmental review. Programmatic agreements can be used to shorten the compliance process. This webinar will provide Tribal Nations and THDEs with the information needed to develop a programmatic agreement with the Tribal Historic Preservation Officer and/or State Historic Preservation Officer. The webinar begins at 2:00 p.m. EST on Thursday, February 1, 2024.

TBCP Webinars and Technical Assistance Office Hours
2024-02-01 13:00 - 14:00 | Virtual Event
NTIA has some exciting updates for round 2. March 22nd is the new deadline for the Tribal Broadband Connectivity Program (TBCP) Round 2 application period. With that, they will be hosting office hours and webinars for applicants to help prepare for submissions. Their next event on Thursday, February 1st at 2:00 – 3:00 PM ET will be a Technical Assistance Office Hours session for any application questions. You can register for this meeting here: https://ntia-gov.zoomgov.com/meeting/register/vJIsde-rrDkvGbL60WRk0X-nCCVHa46P9QY

There will be two total technical assistance office hours sessions in February and one webinar. They also have a webinar schedule for the beginning of March. You can find registration information and timing for them below:

February 15 at 2PM Eastern – TBCP Webinar – Cybersecurity: https://ntia-gov.zoomgov.com/webinar/register/WN_qQJqjQRwS5-fSMrMyWK1GQ
February 29 at 2PM Eastern – Technical Assistance Office Hours: https://ntia-gov.zoomgov.com/meeting/register/vJItdO-tpzwoH-NI0ICT_sC2EivPB0MSUuI
March 7 at 2PM Eastern – TBCP Webinar – Sustainability: https://ntia-gov.zoomgov.com/webinar/register/WN_vHtYnb9QQ3CtJ943NMsaHQ

Please reach out to TBCPNOFO2@ntia.gov with any application questions.

IHS Consultation on Proposed $250 Million Opioid Response Supplemental Funding Request
2024-02-01 15:30 - 17:30 | Virtual Event
The Indian Health Service (IHS) has announced it is initiating consultation on President Biden’s domestic supplemental funding request, which would provide $250 million to the IHS to address the ongoing opioid and fentanyl crises. The funding request has not been taken up by Congress yet, but the IHS is holding consultation in order to efficiently allocate the funds if they are enacted. USET SPF stated our support for these supplemental funds in our testimony for the record for the Senate Committee on Indian Affairs’ (SCIA) hearing on fentanyl in Tribal communities.
IHS will hold the consultation on February 1, 2024 from 4:30 – 6:30 pm EST. Interested participants may join using this link. The IHS will accept written comments on this topic until March 4, 2024. Additional information can be found in the Dear Tribal Leader Letter.

National American Indian Housing Council's Legislative Conference
2024-02-05 - 2024-02-07
February 5-7, 2024
Washington, DC
The National American Indian Housing Council’s Legislative Conference, held annually in Washington, DC, offers tribal leaders, housing professionals, advocates, and attorneys a platform to hear directly from Members of Congress and federal agency representatives through plenary session updates. Attendees will hear remarks from United States Treasurer, Chief Lynn Malerba and Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-NV), as well as other Members of Congress and Federal Agencies. The Legislative Conference agenda can be found here. The Deadline to book a room at the Grand Hyatt Washington Hotel is January 9, 2024. To book a room, please visit the link below.
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NAFAO Webinar on Pre-filing Registration Process for Elective Payment
2024-02-05 12:00 | Virtual Event
February 5 at 1:00 pm
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NAFOA and the U.S. Department of the Treasury are partnering for a webinar to present essential information about pre-filing registration for applicable entities and eligible taxpayers to take advantage of elective payment or transfer of credits available in the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and the Creating Helpful Incentives to Produce Semiconductors (CHIPS) and Science Act. With introductions from Treasurer Malerba, Treasury officials Krishna Vallabhaneni and Rachel McCleery will cover what tribes and energy developers need to know. After the presentation, there will be time for audience questions to address any inquiries about the new portal.

6th Annual Seminole Tribe of Florida Renewable Energy & Sustainability Conference
2024-02-06 - 2024-02-08
February 6-8, 2024
The 6th Annual Seminole Tribe of Florida Renewable Energy and Sustainability Conference will focus on the newly changing landscape for Tribal energy development and sustainability, including best practices, federal leadership, policy and regulatory changes, funding a project, and project planning/development trends. The Conference will give Tribes and First Nations an opportunity to explore the range of renewable energy and sustainability opportunities that exist and how to start the process.
Representatives from Tribes, First Nations, nongovernmental organizations, and private industry will give presentations and provide training objectives on a wide range of topics, including:

Resources to help with Tribal energy projects
Achieving self-sufficiency through energy planning and resource development
Energy saving methods in design, development and construction
Tribes undertaking large scale energy projects
Developments driving change in the renewable energy and sustainability marketplace
Tribal/private partnership opportunities
Tribal case studies and lessons learned
Funding sources for projects
Leveraging available federal resources and materials to support Tribes and TDHE/Housing Departments

Registration for this training is currently full, but we have a waitlist available. Please feel free to reach out to the Native Learning Center at 954-985-2331 or email nlcmultimedia@semtribe.com if you’d still liked to be added to the waitlist.

Indian Business Incubators: From Start to Finish, Analyzing Tribal Business
2024-02-06 14:00 - 15:30 | Virtual Event
The Office of Indian Economic Development (OIED), Division of Economic Development (DED) invites you to a webinar on Tuesday, February 6 from 3:00-4:30 p.m. EST titled, “Indian Business Incubators: From Start to Finish, Analyzing Tribal Business.” Join industry experts for a discussion on best practices and strategies for Tribal business development, entrepreneurship, as well as incubation planning and preparation.

HHS Tribal Consultation on Draft Tribal and Tribal Epidemiology Center Data Access Policy
2024-02-06 14:00 - 16:00 | Virtual Event
Dear Tribal Leader Letter
Draft HHS TTDA Policy
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) invites Tribal leader feedback and recommendations on its draft HHS Tribal and Tribal Epidemiology Center Data Access (TTDA) Policy . The policy outlines the types of data to be made available to Tribes and Tribal Epidemiology Centers (TECs) acting in their capacities as public health authorities. It also serves to establish HHS-wide expectations for Divisions responding to Tribal and TEC data requests covered by the policy, including through the development of Division-specific implementation protocols.
The draft TTDA Policy was developed based on extensive Tribal input received during HHS consultations held in October 2022, as well as internal analyses of Division data system requirements and legal considerations. Feedback provided by Tribal leaders on the enclosed draft policy will assist in the preparation of the final policy later this year. Comments are welcome on all aspects of the draft policy. HHS is also specifically requesting Tribal feedback on a series of questions posed in its Dear Tribal Leader Letter announcing the consultation.
HHS invites Tribal leaders to the following opportunities to provide input and feedback on the draft policy.
Virtual Consultation:
Date: February 6, 2024
Time: 3:00 – 5:00 PM EST
Call-In: 669-254-5252
Meeting ID: 161-416-1119
ZoomGov Registration:
https://www.zoomgov.com/meeting/register/vJIsc-iurzorE5MWGjSDXfNG0spDpVXEm9o (-> click.connect.hhs.gov)
Written Comment Period:
Written comments are requested by March 5, 2024. Please send comments via one of the following methods:
Email: consultation@hhs.gov
Subject Line: HHS Tribal Data Policy
Postal Mail: Acting Director Jess Smith
Office of Intergovernmental and External Affairs
Hubert Humphrey Building
200 Independence Ave. SW
Mail Stop: 620E
Washington, DC 20201

FCC Office Hours to submit challenges to National Broadband Map
2024-02-06 15:00 - 16:30 | Virtual Event
The need for accurate data showing where broadband service is, and is not available, has never been greater. The National Broadband Map provides information about the internet services available to individual locations across the country, along with information about mobile coverage, as reported by Internet Service Providers (ISPs) in the FCC’s ongoing Broadband Data Collection. Tribal governments, ISPs, consumers, and other stakeholders can help verify the accuracy of the data shown on the map by filing challenges.
To assist Tribal entities with submitting challenges, the FCC will host four Office Hours sessions throughout February. You may register to attend one or more of these sessions by emailing Tribal.Events@fcc.gov.

Tuesday February 6, 2024, 4-5:30 p.m. EST – Availability Challenges
Tuesday February 13, 2024, 4-5:30 p.m. EST – Fabric Location Challenges
Tuesday February 20, 2024, 4-5:30 p.m. EST – Availability Challenges
Tuesday February 27, 2024, 4-5:30 p.m. EST – Fabric Location Challenges

FCC staff will offer tips and guidance on submitting each type of challenge and will be available to answer questions and offer hands-on support.
The linked “Starter Guides” provide step-by-step instructions for filing bulk challenges, including links to other relevant resources.

Submitting Bulk Fixed Availability Challenge Data: https://www.fcc.gov/sites/default/files/Availabiltiy-Challenge-Starter-Kit.pdf
Submitting Bulk Fabric Location Challenge Data: https://www.fcc.gov/sites/default/files/Fabric-Challenge-Starter-Kit.pdf

You can learn more about the National Broadband Map and the FCC’s Broadband Data Collection by visiting: www.fcc.gov/broadbanddata. If you have any questions or would like to request technical assistance, contact Native@fcc.gov.

Indian School Equalization Program Tribal Listening Session
2024-02-07 14:00 - 16:00
Dear Tribal Leader Letter
The purpose of these listening sessions is to advise the Bureau of Indian Education (BIE) on the need for possible revisions to 25 C.F.R. Part 39 – Indian School Equalization Program. Under 25 U.S.C. § 2018(a), prior to publishing any proposed regulations and prior to establishing a negotiated rulemaking committee, BIE is required to convene regional meetings to consult with educators at BIE-operated schools and Tribal officials, parents, teachers, administrators, and school board members of Tribes served by BIE-funded schools to provide guidance to BIE on revisions to the regulations. These sessions, along with the previously held sessions, serve that purpose.
Wednesday, January 17 at 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm Mountain
Virtual Session
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Wednesday, February 7 at 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm Mountain
Gila River Resorts and Casinos
Room: Acacia CD
5040 Wild Horse Pass Blvd.
Chandler, AZ 85226
Wednesday, March 6 at 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm Central
Rushmore Hotel and Suites
Room: Roosevelt/Lincoln
445 Mt Rushmore Rd.
Rapid City, SD 57701
For additional details, please visit our BIE Consultation & Initiatives webpage at: www.bie.edu/landing-page/consultations-initiatives.
WRITTEN COMMENTS: Your written comments are welcomed on the ISEP and ISEP Transportation program by the extended comment deadline of March 31, 2024.
Please E-MAIL your comments to: consultation@bia.gov – SUBJECT LINE: ISEP and ISEP Transportation regulations.

Tribal Government E-Commerce CLE Conference, Wiring the Rez: Innovative Strategies for Business Development via E-Commerce
2024-02-08 - 2024-02-09 | Wild Horse Pass Hotel & Casino, 5040 Wild Horse Pass Blvd, Chandler, AZ, 85226, United States
February 8 – 9, 2024
Wild Horse Pass in Chandler, AZ
Book hotel by Jan 15 for a discounted rate.
Learn more
On the agenda:
Thursday, Feb. 8

10-year Retrospective
Creating a Comprehensive Digital Sovereignty Plan: Concepts and Practical Considerations
Lunch Keynote
Ethical Use of AI for Tribal Governments
Political Update
Sports Betting Update
Tribal Sovereignty and Economic Efficiency Versus the Courts
Conference Reception

Friday, Feb. 9

Legal Issues in Tribal Fintech
Influence, Reputation, and Best Practices for Growing Your E-Commerce Enterprise
Cybersecurity as Border Security for Tribal Governments, Businesses and Data: Balancing Protection and Recovery
Lunch Keynote
