MASHANTUCKET, Conn. (November 6, 2025) — The Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation (MPTN), in partnership with ACES (Area Cooperative Educational Services), proudly presents the 7th Annual All Roads Lead to Chaco Canyon: Navigating Streams of the Digital Economy, taking place November 6–7, 2025, in Premier Ballroom A at the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation.
This nationally recognized conference brings together tribal leaders, policymakers, educators, innovators, and advocates from across the country to explore the intersection of technology, law, and sovereignty in the modern digital age. The event serves as a platform for meaningful discussion, collaboration, and knowledge sharing focused on how Native Nations can strengthen their digital presence, assert jurisdiction in online spaces, and expand opportunities for economic development.
This year’s theme, “Navigating Streams of the Digital Economy,” highlights how Native Nations are adapting to, and shaping, the evolving digital landscape. Through a series of panels, keynotes, and discussions, experts and thought leaders will address topics including:
- Federal Indian Law & Jurisdiction Over the Digital Space
- The Role of Law in Economic Development
- Data Centers on Native Lands
- Fintech & Access to Capital
- Online Gaming & Sports Betting
- Artificial Intelligence as a Tool for Native Nations
- Indigenous Culture in the Digital Age
The conference will also include conversations around taxation and revenue generation, the revitalization of international trade between Native Nations, and the development of sustainable infrastructure to support digital innovation in Indian Country.
“We are honored to host this year’s All Roads Lead to Chaco Canyon conference and to collaborate with ACES in creating a space for dialogue, innovation, and progress,” said Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Councilor Michele Scott. “This event reflects our shared commitment to advancing Native-led innovation, supporting educators, and strengthening the digital sovereignty of tribal nations.”
Now in its seventh year, All Roads Lead to Chaco Canyon has become a cornerstone national forum for advancing dialogue around tribal governance, digital transformation, and economic resilience. The 2025 event will expand on previous years’ discussions by emphasizing opportunities for Native Nations to leverage technology while preserving cultural heritage, autonomy, and identity in the digital age.
For more information or to view the full agenda, visit: ncai.org/event/all-roads-lead-to-chaco-canyon