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The absence of these 3 things will hinder a Tribe or Tribal Nonprofit's relationship with their Tribal Community. ⚠️ BUT... NDN Tribes + Tribal Nonprofits can easily implement these same 3 things via a #StrategicPlan. 🎯 1.) #BrandStrategy will involve and uphold the Tribal Community’s interests and identity in the strategic planning process. 2.) This allows Tribes + Tribal Nonprofits to create an active relationship with the Tribal Community based on ownership and pride. 3.) This participation creates a shared vision and purpose that encourages collaboration on community projects, economic initiatives, and the active practice of our #NDNWays. +++ The relationship that is formed between a Tribal Community and their Tribe or Tribal Nonprofit via strategic planning with #BrandIdentity will: + Nurture unification. + Reinforce belonging and solidarity amongst the Tribal Community. + Motivate and engage #TribalGovernment employees. NDN SOLUTIONS - FIRST WORLD PROBLEMS + Visit walksinthedawn.com to relieve your Tribe or Tribal Nonprofit's unique challenges.

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🌟 Share Your Small Business Success Story! 🌟 At the Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce, we are constantly inspired by the incredible resilience and innovation of our small business community. We believe that every success story deserves to be celebrated and shared to inspire others. 📢 Calling all small business owners! We want to hear your journey and achievements. Whether you've recently reached a significant milestone, launched a new product, or found creative solutions to challenges, your story can motivate and encourage fellow entrepreneurs. 🎉 How to Share: 1. Comment below with a brief overview of your success story. 2. Tag your business and any team members who contributed to the achievement. 3. Feel free to include photos or links to showcase your success! We can't wait to hear your stories and share in your success! #SmallBusiness #SuccessStories #SpringfieldChamber #CommunityBuilding #Entrepreneurship #Inspiration #BusinessGrowth

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Securing funding for flood mitigation and recovery can make a significant difference in protecting your community and assets. Understanding which federal flood grant is right for your project is the first step. Here are some tips to guide you through the process: Identify Your Project Needs: Clearly define the scope and objectives of your project. Are you focusing on flood prevention, emergency response, or recovery efforts? Research Available Grants: Key resources include FEMA's Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP), Flood Mitigation Assistance (FMA) program, and the Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC) program. Understand Eligibility Requirements: Each grant program has specific eligibility criteria. Ensure that your project aligns with these requirements before applying. Review Past Awardees: Investigate previous grant recipients to understand the types of projects that have been funded. This can provide valuable insights and inspiration for your application. Prepare a Compelling Proposal: A strong proposal is clear, detailed, and impactful. Highlight the necessity of your project, your capability to execute it, and how it meets the grant’s objectives. Expert Advice: Engage with experts or peers who have experience in securing federal flood grants. Their guidance can be instrumental in refining your application. Stay Organized and Persistent: The application process can be complex and time-consuming. Keep track of deadlines, necessary documentation, and follow-up actions to stay on top of the process. Finding the right federal flood grant can provide essential resources for safeguarding against flood risks and enhancing community resilience. Floodproofing.com has put together this Federal Flood Mitigation Grant Guide for your convenience! #FederalGrants #FloodMitigation #FEMA #DisasterRecovery #FloodProtection #FloodplainAdministrators #EmergencyManagement #FloodInsurance #CommunityResilience #GrantWriting #FloodResource #FloodResilience #ProjectManagement #EmergencyResponse #ClimateAdaptationSeek

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Here's an easy way to get a copy of our CED Activity Inventory guide. Try it out on your own or with your ec dev team.

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📣 The City of Omaha's Planning Dept. is developing the 2025 Annual Action Plan: The 2025 Annual Action Plan provides a concise summary of the actions, activities, and the specific resources that will be used each year to address the priority needs and specific goals identified by the 2024-2028 Consolidated Plan. It describes the uses for Community Development Block Grant, HOME Investment Partnership, and Emergency Solution Grant funds, as well as other federal funds in the 2025 Program Year. This meeting will also provide an update on the HOME-ARP funding priorities. The meeting will consist of a brief introductory presentation, followed by round table discussions about various Annual Action Plan topics. https://lnkd.in/giACMwEN

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This is a great no cost opportunity put on by the Pikes Peak Workforce Center for any business that wants to empower their W-2 employees and better develop their workers. Register for one of these three sessions to see if upskilling your workers is the right move for you! #employeedevelopment #WIOA #upskill

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As many of you probably already know, since SCORE (the Service Corps of Retired Executives) is funded by the Small Business Association, some of its resources are unavailable to federally "illegal" businesses, the most important of which is access to free certified small business counselors. However, any business CAN access some of SCORE’s other invaluable resources, many of which are available at their website (SCORE.org). Their seminars are also extremely helpful, especially for those that need to learn more about business topics. An upcoming webinar is particularly valuable to those considering entering the cannabis space, "How to Write a One-Page Business Plan: A Step-by-Step Guide". I have found this type of exercise helpful to illustrate the topics that a prospective business owner needs to understand (and document). Those interested, can sign up here: https://lnkd.in/edNiwk32

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Registration is open for the Center for Domestic Preparedness’ (CDP) 10th annual Tribal Nations Training Week. The weeklong training event, which will be conducted April 26-May 3, 2025, is for state, local, tribal, and territorial responders who work in an emergency response capacity and are affiliated with one or more tribal nations or the Indian Health Service. The 2025 event will feature courses in 10 separate tracks: Cyber, Climate, Continuity of Operations, Tribal Curriculum, Executive, Funding/Grants, Exercise and three Healthcare tracks. In addition to the CDP, training will be provided by FEMA’s National Disaster and Emergency Management University (NDEMU), the Rural Domestic Preparedness Consortium (RDPC), National Center for Disaster Preparedness (NCDP), Texas A&M’s Engineering Extension Service (TEEX), and the National Disaster Preparedness Training Center (NDPTC), among others. The Cyber track will include TEEX courses, such as Demystifying Cyber Attacks and Preparing for Cyber Attacks and Incidents, as well as CDP courses focused on communication and preparedness. The CDP’s Hospital Emergency Response Training for Mass Casualty Incidents (HERT), Managing Public Information and Healthcare Leadership for Mass Casualty Incidents (HCL) courses will be the focus of the three Healthcare tracks. The HERT and HCL tracks will culminate with Integrated Capstone Events, or ICEs – comprehensive exercises where students work together in response to simulated mass casualty incidents. NDPTC will share its Climate Adaptation Planning for Emergency Management course and NCDP offers its Understanding Climate Risk: Hazard, Vulnerability, and Community Resilience and Understanding Climate Change and Social Vulnerability for Disaster Management courses in the Climate track. The Continuity of Operations track will feature two NDEMU courses – Continuity Planning for Tribal Governments and Tribal Continuity Planning Workshop – as well as the RDPC’s Community Based Planning for All-Hazards Threats in Tribal Nations. NDEMU’s Emergency Management Framework for Tribal Governments will be the featured course in the Tribal Curriculum track. The Funding/Grants track will include NDEMU’s Fundamentals of Grants Management Course. The Exercise track offers NDEMU’s Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program and Exercise Design and Development courses. The Executive track features a variety of courses from partners centered on preparedness and response as well as a senior official workshop and a tour of the CDP. o register, contact FEMA-tribalnationscdp@fema.dhs.gov. State, local, tribal, and territorial responders who are affiliated with one or more tribal nations or the Indian Health Service who cannot attend training in person are encouraged to contact FEMA-tribalnationscdp@fema.dhs.gov to discuss the virtual instructor-led courses being offered in May 2025.

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There are 3 key lessons from Robert Brown incredible journey with Broco Oil that every veteran entrepreneur and small business owner should know. Most businesses overlook these growth strategies, but Bobby used them to turn a single $7,000 oil truck into a 50-person company with over 35 trucks! Want them? Here they are…👇🏻 Lean into the power of relationships: Bobby didn’t grow Broco Oil alone. He leveraged his connections in the veteran and first responder communities to generate early business and build a strong reputation. Most small businesses miss the importance of nurturing these relationships, but Bobby’s story shows how vital they are to scaling. Don’t shy away from government contracts: Bobby broke into government contracting and landed significant deals with FEMA and the Department of Defense. Most small businesses avoid government contracts, thinking they’re too complicated. But as Bobby’s success shows, these contracts can be game-changers when done right. Adapt to the challenges of a crisis: When COVID-19 hit, Bobby didn’t slow down — he stepped up, fueling emergency sites and keeping operations running smoothly. The pandemic created opportunities for Broco Oil, and Bobby’s ability to adapt was key. Most businesses get stuck in survival mode during crises, but Bobby thrived. Learn more about Bobby’s journey and how you can apply these strategies to your business Govcon Giants podcast. Your business is built to grow. Make sure you’re using the right strategies to turn challenges into opportunities. Got questions about breaking into government contracts? Drop them in the comments!

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Starting 2025 with a new Agri-Business addition to the #1Stateforbiz. Gettin' it Dunn in #FitzgeraldGA! And there's room for more. #developfitzgeraldbenhill #ruralga #economicdevelopment #agribusiness #valueaddedag #georgiaonmymind

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The City of Bozeman in partnership with local contractors, recently released the full report for the Local Food System Preliminary Mapping Project. This project is intended to provide the City with tangible steps they can take to support a robust, local food system. You can read more about this project in a recent article I wrote for Edible Bozeman: https://lnkd.in/g4jg_Gyk. You can find the full report here: https://lnkd.in/gSAKbPki

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THE GOLDEN RULES FOR NEW COUNCIL MEMBERS, an article by Western City Magazine, offers practical advice for all of those participating in this arena. There’s an influx of fresh and motivated but not-deeply-experienced people in these roles right now. Their enthusiasm and positivity can go a long way, especially if they benefit from good advice and mentorship support. Read the article here: https://lnkd.in/gX4bcwt9

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Sharing a powerful testimonial from Dennis Bassett, Board Chair for Western Regional Off Track Betting Corporation. During a critical CEO transition, Batavia Downs engaged True North Executive Solutions to complete an Organizational Assessment in order to understand the current state of the company, bringing a fresh perspective of gaps and opportunities. Quotes: "An organization shouldn't feel threatened, they can only benefit from the assessment and help you make changes to be successful" "When you can have the success we have with the assessment, why wouldn't you go to them" #chooseAndyProductions #truenorthexecutivesolutions #leadership #organizationalassessment #bataviadowns #HRgapanalysis https://lnkd.in/geNqdjqW

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Why is tribal member Tribal Loan life insurance important? Unrepaid Tribal Loans (including housing loans, personal loans, business loans, etc) of deceased tribal members represent a serious financial risk for Federally Recognized Tribes. You are invited to inquire about our new policy that insures the lives of tribal members who have Tribal Loans with the tribe as the beneficiary of the death benefit (see chart below for details). The Steiner Group has been in the business since 1977, we have served a major tribe since 1979, and we have had a nation wide presence. This life insurance policy pays off tribal members’ outstanding Tribal Loan balances upon the death of the loan recipient. The program protects the financial health of the tribe by guaranteeing tribal members’ Tribal Loan repayment in the event of death. This enables tribal members to take out Tribal Loans without having to worry about leaving the tribe with a negative legacy of unpaid loans. The program requires no individual enrollment, has no beneficiary forms, is guaranteed issue, has simple administration, and the death benefit is paid directly to the tribe. Furthermore, any benefit remaining after loan repayment goes to the member’s estate.  You are invited to inquire and learn how we can serve your tribal member Tribal Loan insurance needs.  Please see the plan outline below. To inquire, please reach out to us at: Max Steiner Esq.  Max@Steinergroupinc.com This program is only to insure tribal members’ Tribal Loans. And here is what is needed in the form of a census to receive a quote: DOB, Gender, and outstanding loan amount. Key Points: All Active Tribe Members with an Outstanding Loan through the Tribe over $1,000 ●    Life benefit is determined by the outstanding loan amount for each tribe member ●    A minimum benefit of $1,000 ●     Loan life Insurance coverage is mandatory for all tribal members that have an outstanding loan $1,000 or more with the Tribe. ●    No Medical Evidence is required as this is Basic Life Coverage (Guaranteed Issue) ●    No Age Reduction or Termination Age yet benefits will end if the loan is paid off or drops below $1,000 ●    No Disability Provision ●    Conversion is not in this quote ●    Accelerated Benefit Option is not in this quote Claim payments ●     Tribe will be the primary beneficiary of life benefits until the insured’s outstanding loan is repaid in full.     Plan Requirements: ●      A full census must be submitted each month with the premium remittance. This will assist the carrier when paying claims. This will also capture a new Benefit Amount if a member takes out an additional loan from the prior months reporting. ●      Any new tribal members (except newborn members) who are identified after the effective date of the coverage, will need to be members for 12 months before they are eligible for coverage. ●   No enrollment forms required and no beneficiary cards required.

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Learn the ropes of proposal writing and strategic bidding in government contracting! Whether you're honing your proposals or fine-tuning your bids, these tips will maximize your chances of success. Ready to level up? Enroll in our Free Beginner Government Contracting Course today! Enroll here: https://lnkd.in/dyvzw_Ra #GovernmentContracting #ProposalWriting #ContractBidding #ProfessionalDevelopment #FederalContracts

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Outlook is positive for rural businesses accessing finance in Montana, however there are still geographic and financial issues that businesses and funders must overcome. Check out the Access to Finance in Montana: Rural Business report to learn more!

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As we look ahead to the challenges of 2025, I wanted to share some thoughts on leadership in local government. While our international contexts may differ, the words of Brooks Williams, MPA, resonated with me and felt more appropriate to share. Leadership in local government is about staying connected to what truly matters to the community and ensuring that our energy and resources are aligned with that purpose. It’s about listening—not just hearing—and taking action based on what is right. During the holiday break, I read Teresa May’s "The Abuse of Power", and what struck me most was the recurring theme of protecting institutions at the expense of serving the very people those institutions were created to support. As we face the challenges of 2025, and debate on our future function and form my hope is that #localgovernment continues to focus not on the institutions we work for, but on the people and communities we exist to serve.

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