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This week, the U.S. Economic Development Administration has awarded approximately $51 million dollars to the Tulsa Hub for Equitable and Trustworthy Autonomy (THETA) for the purpose of critical technology development projects estimated to bring in over 56,000 high-paying jobs to the Tulsa area. The THETA consortium is led by Tulsa Innovation Labs alongside a diverse steering committee that includes Cherokee Nation Businesses and other Tulsa partners across public and private sectors working to strengthen our region’s position as a global leader in technology innovation. “We're always excited to see a project such as #THETA that improves the regional economy and has the potential to help Cherokee Nation Businesses expand into the autonomous systems and component manufacturing industry, support growing defense and commercial needs and shore up critical supply chains,” said CNB CEO Chuck Garrett. “This project coincides with Cherokee Nation's approach to improve the lives of its citizens and strengthen the regional economy of northeastern Oklahoma.” Learn more about THETA and this historic investment in job creation and economic growth at: https://lnkd.in/gtrwfyTB

#CNBInTheCommunity Last week, Cherokee Nation celebrated the groundbreaking on the new park in Tahlequah named in honor of the late Principal Chief Wilma Mankiller. Revenue from our businesses support the development of the $10 million, nearly 15-acre park, which is tentatively scheduled to open the fall of 2025. “Breaking ground on the Wilma P. Mankiller Capitol Park is a very special occasion for the Cherokee Nation. This project will not only transform unused land into a vibrant community space, but it also pays tribute to a remarkable leader who shaped our tribe’s history as the first woman elected Principal Chief of the Cherokee Nation,” Principal Chief Chuck Hoskin Jr. said. “Chief Mankiller’s legacy of empowerment, social justice, and community development will live on through this park, inspiring future generations of Cherokees. This investment reflects our commitment to honoring our past while building a brighter future for our citizens.” Learn more about park development in the link below: https://lnkd.in/geGCKGGu

I am proud of our Cherokee Nation Entertainment team and grateful for the support and vote of confidence from the Arkansas Racing Commission.

Today, our summer interns attended an executive leadership seminar at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa. The day included special presentations from CNB CEO Chuck Garrett and Senior VP of Government Relations and Cherokee Nation Delegate to Congress Kim Teehee, as well as leadership from Cherokee Nation Entertainment, Cherokee Federal and other businesses. Our interns had the opportunity to learn and ask questions from our leadership first-hand. They left with valuable knowledge and advice for their future career paths and a deeper understanding of how we are all united by #ThePowerOfPurpose. #CNBInterns #MyCNBInternship

This week, our summer interns had the opportunity to explore some of the cultural attractions and facilities that are a part of our cultural and economic development (CED) businesses. They visited several museums and historic sites belonging to our cultural tourism brand Visit Cherokee Nation and toured our meat processing plant 1839 Cherokee Meat Co., along with other CNB properties in the heart of the Cherokee Nation Reservation in Tahlequah, Oklahoma. The cultural attractions and businesses of CED reflect our commitment to preserving the culture of our tribe, while also strengthening Cherokee Nation's economy through innovation, diversification and job creation. #ThePowerOfPurpose #MyCNBInternship

Our cultural tourism team was recently recognized by The Oklahoma Travel Industry Association at the Annual Redbud Awards! 🎉 This year, the team was awarded two Redbud Awards and one merit award for the outstanding work they do in promoting tourism within the Cherokee Nation Reservation. The exhibit “Jane Osti: A Legacy of Her Own” won Outstanding Temporary Exhibit and the Ribbon Skirt Fashion Show won Outstanding New Event. The Cherokee Nation Anna Mitchell Cultural & Welcome Center was also recognized with a Merit award for Outstanding New Attraction. Our cultural tourism team's efforts, in partnership with Cherokee Nation, play a vital role in economic development and cultural preservation through operating more than fifteen sites — including museums, retail locations, a research center and a welcome center — in addition to offering cultural and community events throughout the year. #ThePowerOfPurpose

Join us in giving a big congratulations to Cherokee Federal! They have been selected for the Washington Technology Top 100 list of federal contractors for the past six years! 👏    As our government contracting division, their team of 5,000+ employees have continuously embodied #ThePowerOfPurpose in serving our clients and communities across Cherokee Nation and the globe. Learn more about Cherokee Federal and the work that they do in the post below. 

Today, our summer interns enjoyed some Tulsa Drillers Baseball while connecting with their mentors and fellow interns from all of our divisions. ⚾ 💙 Over the course of the program, our interns not only gain valuable hands-on experience in their fields of interest, but also have the opportunity to participate in fun and educational events — such as today's networking event, cultural tours throughout the Cherokee Nation Reservation, and professional development workshops and lectures from CNB leadership. #ThePowerofPurpose #MyCNBInternship

Meet our 2024 summer interns! 🙌 They recently completed their new employee orientation in preparation to join various departments and teams across our three divisions — Cherokee Nation Entertainment, Cherokee Federal and Cherokee Nation Cultural & Economic development. We are excited to follow their journey this summer as this is the largest group of interns in the history of our program! Not only will these interns explore meaningful and rewarding career opportunities, but their contributions to the growth and success of our businesses directly make a positive impact to the lives of the more than 400,000 Cherokee Nation citizens we proudly serve. #InternshipsWithPurpose #MyCNBInternship