David Greendeer says the Ho-Chunk Nation government, unlike many of its peers, still runs the tribe's business side, which includes five casinos. At left is Joseph Callahan of River Rock Casino, and at right is Bill Lomax of the Native American Finance Officers Association.
Long marginalized, many Native American tribes across the country have amassed substantial assets in recent years. This panel takes an in-depth look at their sources of wealth, from gaming operations to lucrative land rights, and examine how these income streams can be used to improve infrastructure and educational opportunities. When significant wealth comes to a particular tribe, how does it alter the fabric of the community? The discussion also explores how tribes are preparing for the future as they attempt to diversify and invest to create independence.
Global Conference 2013
Former Prime Minister Tony Blair, philanthropist Bill Gates and Strive Masiyiwa of Econet Wireless discuss advancing prosperity in Africa.
