2025 Symposium
Shaping Tomorrow: Unified Vision, Strategic Action
Enhancing Economic Collaboration Between Alaska Tribes and Village Corporations
THE EVENT
With a reduction in future resource revenue expected, and uncertainty in Tribal program funding and grant availability, it is essential for Alaska Tribes and village corporations to develop strategic partnerships that ensure long-term sustainability.
Join us for this informative three day event in Anchorage, Alaska.
EXPERT INSIGHTS
Our 2025 symposium will feature a distinguished lineup of speakers from diverse backgrounds, each bringing a wealth of knowledge and experience. Join Indigenous leaders and subject matter experts as they share updates and insights on critical issues impacting rural Alaska communities, Tribes, and Village Corporations.
Attendees will also gain valuable perspectives on best practices and successful collaborative efforts between Alaska Native Corporations (ANCs) and Tribes, showcasing innovative approaches to addressing challenges and driving progress in rural Alaska.
A PLATFORM FOR COLLABORATION AND GROWTH
The 2025 symposium offers a dynamic platform for participants to network, share knowledge, and explore the latest trends in governance, Alaska resources, funding opportunities, operations, partnerships, business development, and administration.
This event is designed to foster connections and empower attendees with practical tools and insights to support the growth and success of rural Alaska communities, Tribes, and Village Corporations.
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SPEAKERS
Our 2025 symposium will feature a distinguished lineup of speakers from diverse backgrounds, each bringing a wealth of knowledge and experience. Join Indigenous leaders and subject matter experts as they share updates and insights on critical issues impacting rural Alaska communities, Tribes, and Village Corporations.
Attendees will also gain valuable perspectives on best practices and successful collaborative efforts between Alaska Native Corporations and Tribes, showcasing innovative approaches to addressing challenges and driving progress in rural Alaska.
We're in the process of expanding our roster of speakers for the Symposium. Keep an eye out for updates!
The 2024 and 2025 events are the result of a collaborative effort between the Alaska Tribal Administrators Association (ATAA) and the Alaska Native Village Corporation Association (ANVCA). These partnerships reflect our shared commitment to uniting Tribes and Alaska Native Village Corporations, recognizing that both serve the same People and achieve greater success by working together.
Our Symposium is designed to bring together individuals and organizations that celebrate the beauty, resources, challenges, and opportunities of Rural Alaska.
Through effective collaboration, we aim to strengthen Tribes, Alaska Native Village Corporations, and the communities they support—fostering resilience, unity, and vibrant futures for Rural Alaska and its People.
AGENDA
Our combined conference will include morning presentations and panels for both Village Corporations and Tribes with breakout sessions specific to both organizations. We're updating and adding regularly as we confirm presentations and panelists. Agenda subject to change.
MORNING PRESENTATIONS AND PANELS:
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CODEL Chiefs of Staff: The New Administration
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Erec Isaacson, CEO - Conoco Phillips Alaska
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Frank Richards, Pres. - Alaska Gasline Dev. Corp.
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Jason Brune, Chair | Deven Mitchell, CEO - Alaska Permanent Fund Corp.
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Marilyn Romano. Regional VP - Alaska Airlines
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AI in Rural Alaska: Opportunities and Challenges in Emerging Technology
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Tribal Administrator of the Year
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Ben Mallott, Alaska Federation of Natives
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Roy Agloinga, First Alaskans Institute
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Alaska SBA, Government Contracting and the 8(a) Program
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EPA Region 10 Administrator Emma Pokon
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State of AK DOT&PF Commissioner Ryan Anderson
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Tribal Broadband
TRIBAL BREAK OUT SESSIONS
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Support & Retention - Tribal Administrator Position: Strategies for Recruiting, Leadership & Stability
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Fostering Commitment: Strengthening Tribal Council Engagement & Communication
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Tribal Accounting and Budgeting: Navigating Fund vs. Non-Profit Accounting
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Preparing for Audits: Best Practices for Tribes
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Double Session: QuickBooks for Alaska Tribes: Know the Basics and Q&A
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First Alaskan's Institute: 2025 and Beyond
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Ballot Measure 1: Min. Wage/Sick Leave & Stipends
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Empowering Tribal Workforces: Benefits & HR Practices for Recruitment/Retention
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Program Updates and Q&A from BIA, HUD and EPA
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Protecting Tribal Finances: Proper Appropriation, Allocation & Avoiding Conflicts of Interest
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Tribal Data: IT Best Practices for Email, Access, and Cybersecurity
VILLAGE CORPORATION BREAK OUT SESSIONS:
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The Future of Revenue Sharing: 7(j), 7(i), with Insights from NANA, Calista, and Donlin Gold, BBNC
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GCI Broadband
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ANCSA Contaminated Lands Working Group - ANCA, EPA, DEC, ANTHC
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Best Practice to Unlock Brownfields, Environmental & Climate Justice Success
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Business Acquisitions, Mergers, Investing and Resources to Protect You - AMI and APCM
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Total Rewards: "Unplugged" Wired for Today's Workforce - Alera Group
ATAA ANNUAL BUSINESS MEETING:
Notice is provided for the annual ATAA Business Meeting to be held at 1:00 PM on Thursday, April 24, 2025 at the Marriott Anchorage Downtown. The purpose of the meeting will be to transact any and all business of ATAA, including, but not limited to the election of the Board of Directors. Additional information available by contacting hello@aktaa.org.
ANVCA ANNUAL BUSINESS MEETING:
Notice is provided for the annual ANVCA Business Meeting to be held at 1:00 PM on Thursday, April 24, 2025 at the Marriott Anchorage Downtown. The purpose of the meeting will be to transact any and all business of ANCSA, including, but not limited to the election of the Board of Directors. Additional information on Board terms and eligibility available on the ANVCA Website.
