In January, a federal jury convicted an Illinois man for stealing $700,000 from a Michigan tribal casino using a simple but devastating tactic: impersonating the tribal chairperson. This incident highlights a growing challenge facing tribal […]
For Native American and First Nation leaders, financial management of their strategic resources and economic activity is the foundation of prosperity, health, and growth, ensuring their people thrive as sovereign nations. But financial management is […]
In December, Washington State tribes scored a key victory in federal court, reaffirming our tribal sovereignty. In that ruling, a three-judge panel of the federal Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals unanimously upheld a lower court decision that dismissed […]
It’s hard to believe, but we are just a few months away from the 2025 Oklahoma Indian Gaming Association (OIGA) Conference and Trade Show, now in its 30th year. We’ll be in Oklahoma City this […]
As we welcome spring, the National Native American Human Resources Association (NNAHRA) continues its mission to support HR professionals serving Native American tribes and enterprises. Our focus remains on providing educational events, services, networking opportunities, […]
CNIGA Chairman James Siva: “Good morning, and welcome to the 28th annual Western Indian Gaming Conference. It is truly great to be back here at Pechanga. I want to extend our appreciation and thanks to […]
The Travel Guide to Tribes Along the Juan Bautista de Anza National Historic Trail identifies places along the Anza Trail where travelers are welcomed and can explore the history, heritage, and cultures of the tribes […]
The 340B pharmacy program is transforming healthcare for tribal health members, providing expanded access to affordable medications and generating significant revenue for tribal enterprises. This initiative is not only enhancing healthcare services but also offering […]
Tribal nations are increasingly turning to financial institutions to fund transformative economic development projects. During the panel at Raving NEXT 2025, “Tribes are Leveraging Banks to Finance Development: Here’s How,” experts from both the banking and […]
In today’s rapidly changing business environment, organizations must continuously adapt to remain competitive. Toyota, a global leader in operational efficiency, has perfected lean management principles, focusing on leadership vision, workforce empowerment, and shared values. These […]
Gaming in the U.S. currently exists in 47 states. With nearly 1,000 commercial and tribal casinos, data-driven decision-making is no longer a luxury but a necessity. Casino marketing leaders must leverage powerful analytic tools to […]
In casino marketing, Average Daily Theoretical (ADT) is the standard metric for player value. It seems simple enough: Take a player’s theoretical win (theo) and divide it by the number of rated days played. The […]
Tribes across the country are exploring new opportunities in traditionally taboo businesses to diversify their economic development. This session was presented at Raving NEXT 2025, and experts addressed how organizations are enhancing their business development […]
In this edition of the “How It’s Done” series, we take a deep dive into operating a retail sportsbook with Justin Arnett of Potawatomi Casino Hotel, Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Sportsbook and sports betting veteran Justin Arnett […]
When you were a kid, did you ever get an extra scoop of ice cream and thought you were the luckiest person ever? Then, three-quarters the way through, you realized you couldn’t finish it and […]
In my years as a security and surveillance professional and now as a consultant, I’ve come to appreciate just how powerful well-crafted policies and procedures can be. If you want an effective and successful security […]
The Raving NEXT: Indian Gaming Strategic Operations and Leadership Conference, held from January 28-30, 2025, at Pechanga Resort and Casino, brought together industry leaders and innovators to discuss the future of tribal gaming. As part […]
Native American tribes have long been stewards of their land, leveraging it for economic development to align with their cultural traditions and the modern economy. Today, as tribes continue to build expansive resorts, healthcare facilities, […]
I just got back from a cigar buyers show in Vegas. What’s that you say? That’s right: the TPE Buyer Show that’s held every year by Kretek International in Las Vegas, where you can peruse […]
Have you ever played the “what if” game? Not to brag, but I’ve reached an expert level. I can do it with almost any situation, even seemingly innocuous ones. It is a form of worrying […]
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