

A Tribal Nation Created Enterprise With Traditional Food Ways
The Suquamish Indian Tribe of the Port Madison Indian Reservation provides an example of advancing self-determination and economic development while maintaining traditional practices by creating the Suquamish Seafood Enterprises (SSE).

How The Yakama Nation Is Using Traditional Stewardship to Increase Jobs and Build Wealth
The people of the Yakama Nation has had a deep connection to the forest and their land for countless generations. The nation is utilizing their traditional ways to advance community economic development through conservation, selling timber, and educational advancement. The nation is creating jobs, advancing the nation’s economic capacity, and providing educational opportunities for their members.

How The Quinault Indian Nation Uses Their Traditions and Land to Increase Member Income
Quinault Indian Nation has had a deep connection to the ocean and ocean life for countless generations. Today, the nation and its members are using their natural resource and traditions for economic growth.

During this monthly session SMEs discussed the barriers to and the benefits of tribal citizen entrepreneurship. A lack of financial literacy, limited access to capital, and inconsistent rules & regulations have made it difficult for tribal citizens to start business ventures.