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Chris James on Tribal Economic Development, AI Integration, and the Power of Political Engagement in Native Communities (opens the original)
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Chris James discusses tribal economic development, technological integration, and the importance of political engagement for Native communities. Tribal Development Chris advocates for reforming federal contracting programs to ensure all tribes have access, regardless of whether they are officially deemed "disadvantaged" or possess gaming revenue. He emphasizes that economic programs should consider the broader impact on descendants and adjacent non-native communities rather than focusing solely
Building Native Economic Power: A Conversation with Chris James (opens the original)
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This month on The Urban Rez Radio Show, we sit down with Chris James, President & CEO of the National Center for American Indian Enterprise Development (NCAIED), for a powerful conversation about the future of Native business and economic development. We’ll discuss the growth and impact of NCAIED, access to capital and corporate procurement opportunities, the changing landscape of federal contracting and the 8(a) program, and the challenges and opportunities facing Native-owned businesses today.
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