Emerging Indigenous leaders celebrated

LAS VEGAS — The Native American 40 Under 40 ceremony brought numerous Indigenous leaders in their fields to celebrate their accomplishments at the Reservation Economic Summit in Las Vegas on Tuesday.

The award is given to 40 emerging American Indian, Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian leaders who have “demonstrated leadership, initiative and dedication and made significant contributions in business and/or in their community.”

“The 2023 Native American 40 Under 40 awardees showcase the hard work, perseverance, and dedication that have come to define this prestigious award,” Chris James, president and CEO of the National Center for American Indian Enterprise Development, said. “This year’s class includes leaders in a variety of fields from across the country, showcasing the depth and breadth of the current generation of Native leaders. They are truly making a difference in every aspect of American life.”

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