Date: May 8 - 9, 2013
Location: TBD in Minneapolis, Minnesota

The U.S. Department of the Interior's Bureau of Indian Affairs, Office of Justice Services/Tribal Justice Support and Office of Indian Energy and Economic Development, in partnership with the Federal Reserve Banks of Minneapolis, San Francisco and Kansas City present legal training workshops on the subject of secured transactions law that are specifically designed for tribal judges and tribal attorneys, as well those engaged in contracting and business development.

Increasing numbers of Tribes and their members are regularly engaging in commercial transactions, and Tribes are responding by enacting commercial laws to help build the legal infrastructure that will help support sound business development. One very important commercial law addresses secured transactions, a key component of the Uniform Commercial Code (UCC). This comprehensive two-day workshop will focus primarily on the provisions of the Model Tribal Secured Transactions Act, which has been enacted by many tribes.

The workshop will offer instruction on the basics of secured transactions law, including the use of such personal property as inventory, equipment, receivables, and consumer goods as collateral for extensions of credit.

Further Information

Advanced Registration is Required
For information about registration, please contact Craig Nolte at craig.nolte@sf.frb.org, or 206-396-2192.

Marriott Hotel Information

For information about the workshop, please contact Susan Woodrow at susan.woodrow@mpls.frb.org or 406-447-3806; or Katherine Scotta at katherine.scotta @bia.gov or 202-208-6711.

The 7th Annual National Native American Economic Development Conference and the 6th Annual Energy Projects in Indian Country Conference

Date: May 20 - 21, 2013
Location: Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas in Las Vegas, Nevada

Native Nation Events invites you to join over 500 attendees and discuss the latest in Economic Development and Energy Projects in Indian Country.

Both the 7th Annual National Native American Economic Development Conference and the 6th Annual Energy Projects in Indian Country Conference will be held May 20-21, 2013 at the Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Two Great Events, One Price!

Our Native American Economic Development Conference this year will focus on economic diversification. By diversifying your tribe's economic ventures, you can reduce risk and ensure that the future of your community is safe. Featured at this event will be diversification success stories, information on managing and balancing debt, risk management, legal/IRS updates and financing for both gaming and non-gaming projects. Gaming is not the only way to generate revenue. Find out what other tribes are doing to maximize their economies.

Energy in Indian Country can come in many forms. Attendees can look forward to learning about new developments in Oil and Gas, Solar, Wind and Bio-Mass. As always, our panelists will discuss the planning, developing and financing of new energy projects. Also look forward to case studies and success stories that highlight the economic benefits associated with starting new energy projects.

Call us at 201-857-5333 to speak to a representative and learn how you can get involved.

Who Should Attend:

Architect Firms
Construction Companies
Economic Development Professionals
Engineers
Feasibility Study Companies
Finance and Legal Professionals
Government and Other Professional Service Firms
Technology Developers
Tribal Leaders

Further Information

National Native American Economic Development Conference

Energy Projects in Indian Country Conference

Closing Date: May 31, 2013
Location: Pechanga Resort and Casino

This unprecedented competition will feature both "start up" and "established" Native American businesses that are owned by an enrolled member of any State or Federally recognized Tribal Nation, Alaska Native, or a Canadian First Nation. These businesses will compete for the chance to win a $20,000 cash award from the NCAIED. Competitors will present their business plan at RES California to a panel of respected and accomplished entrepreneurs and business leaders who will serve as judges of the competition.

The business plans and presentations will be judged based on several criteria, including: Business Structure, Financial Viability, Personal Abilities, Business Experience, and the Quality of the Plan. The deadline for participants to complete the submission process is 6:00 pm Pacific Time on Friday, May 31st, 2013.

Further Information

FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE "TWENTY GRAND BUSINESS PLAN" COMPETITION, PLEASE CONTACT THE NCAIED OFFICES AT 480.545.1298 OR E-MAIL BUSINESSPLAN@NCAIED.ORG.

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Date: June 10-13, 2013
Location: Silver Legacy Hotel in Reno, Nevada

We are excited to announce the return of the Veteran Entrepreneur Training Symposium (VETS) for the 3rd consecutive year at the Silver Legacy Hotel in Reno, Nevada, June 10-13, 2013. VETS2012 was a resounding success and we thank Montana Indian Business Alliance for its support of our efforts in 2012 in placing this small business development conference on your online event calendar. We couldn't have done it without you!

VETS2013, a Business Development Conference created by Veterans for Veterans, will assemble more than 500 stakeholders to discuss how to take full advantage of Federally mandated contracting opportunities specifically for Veteran-owned small businesses. The event includes representatives from the Veteran small business community, Federal agencies, and prime contractors who exchange knowledge and business opportunities in the classroom, the exhibit hall, and in the one-on-one business sessions.

VETS2013 will bring together Federal agencies, Prime contractors, and Veterans to discuss how to take full advantage of the Federally mandated contracting opportunities set aside specifically for Veteran-owned small businesses.

VETS2013 is focused on one thing-the success of your Veteran-owned Small Business. Will you be a part of the conversation?

Further Information

InfoVETS@aetherquest.com, www.veterantrainingsymposium.com, (571) 297-4039

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Date: June 17-19, 2013
Location: Pechanga Resort and Casino in Temecula Valley, California

RES California is a great opportunity for small businesses to expand their network and gain access to respected tribal leaders, state and local officials, and top CEO's. "Attending events like RES California help small businesses make connections and opportunities that are imperative for small businesses to flourish," explains Derrick Watchman, NCAIED Chairman & CEO of Navajo Nation Gaming Enterprises.

Several tribes, companies and organizations have stepped forward to support RES California's unique marketing and networking opportunities. Chukchansi, Inc., is supporting RES California as one of its Presenting Sponsors, and is also sponsoring the "National Center Golf Classic" as well as the "Twenty Grand Business Plan Competition". The Native American Financial Services Association (NAFSA) is also contributing as a Presenting Sponsor of RES California. GEO-Bet Network, Inc., is also sponsoring the "National Center Golf Classic." NOVA Corporation and Northrop Grumman Aerospace Systems have signed on as On-Site Sponsors of RES California.

RES California is part of the expansion of the NCAIED's highly successful National Reservation Economic Summit (National RES) into regionally focused, nationally attended and relevant events throughout the nation. The annual National RES will be held again on March 17th - 20th, 2014 at the Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Further Information

INFORMATION ABOUT RES CALIFORNIA AND TO REGISTER TO ATTEND

FOR RES SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES, PLEASE EMAIL SPONSOR@NCAIED.ORG.

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