John St. Clair, Chairman, Eastern Shoshone Tribe
Like many tribal nations throughout the country, the Shoshone Tribe depends on their enterprises to manage their resources and assets and to bring in much needed revenue to the tribe and community.
Amanda Vance, Tribal Chairperson, Augustine Band of Cahuilla Indians
We’ve incurred financial losses in the millions of dollars; we’ve had to furlough and lay off hundreds of tribal government and business employees; we’ve had team members and customers who have lost loved ones; and we’ve been forced to conduct operations in a whole new way throughout our organization, etc.
Sherry Treppa, Chairperson, Habematolel Pomo of Upper Lake
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.