1. business and industrial
2. construction

12th Annual
National Conference
Indigenous Empowerment: Knowledge & Innovation in the Built Environment
APRIL 20 - 22, 2015
We-Ko-Pa Resort & Conference Center | Fort McDowell, Arizona
MISSION: To build and strengthen
relationships between ASU and
Indian tribal governments
To promote, support and build
American Indian programs
throughout ASU
To enable each American Indian
student to achieve graduation
through relevant student support
services
To recruit the next generation of
American Indian graduates
through higher education
awareness
ASU President’s Office of American Indian Initiatives
https://americanindianaffairs.asu.edu
April 21, 2015
On behalf of the Del E. Webb School of Construction and the Office of the President on American Indian
Initiatives at Arizona State University, welcome to the 12th Annual Construction in Indian Country (CIIC) National
Conference.
The conference theme, “Indigenous Empowerment: Knowledge & Innovation in the Built Environment,” puts
focus on the thinking and experience of tribal nations as they continually explore the relationship between place
and construction. It is through the careful application of Indigenous knowledge that tribal nations are actively
redefining what it means to achieve success in construction on Indigenous lands. Over the duration of this
conference, you will hear from individuals who are committed to the implementation of Indigenous knowledge
and innovation in their work as project managers, architects, and planners.
In addition to showing conference attendees what Indigenous empowerment in construction looks like, the
conference aims to fulfill the CIIC vision to improve the quality of construction in Indian Country by providing
educational opportunities for tribes and industry. The conference also aims to showcase current issues of
construction in Indian Country by offering informative and relevant workshops and experienced speakers. From
the plenary sessions to the workshops to the exhibits, there is no better place than the Construction in Indian
Country National Conference to meet tribal representatives and industry, to share new projects and ideas, and
to contribute to the dialogue of construction success. We offer a gathering place for Tribes and industry to aid in
improving education, help promote best practices, to help define construction success, and ensure construction
empowers Tribal nation building.
Your commitment to our conference allows us to sustain the CIIC organization, the student grant, and our
student endowment. As an organization, we continue to provide student support for American Indian students
currently enrolled in the Del E. Webb School of Construction. Through your participation, we have raised
$500,000 in endowed funds. That means the seeds are planted and the endowment will be there for future
generations of students.
We wish to acknowledge the hard work and outstanding efforts of the members of the Executive Board, the
Advisory Council, the sponsors, staff, and volunteers. The success of our conference depends on the support
of these dedicated individuals. We hope you take advantage of all the conference has to offer. Your continued
contribution and participation in this conference will ensure long term success.
Allan Chasey
Program Chair
Del E. Webb School of Construction
Arizona State University
Bryan McKinley Jones Brayboy
Special Advisor to President Crow
on American Indian Affairs
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ABOUT CONSTRUCTION IN INDIAN COUNTRY
About Construction in Indian Country
The CIIC organization hosts the annual “Construction in Indian Country” (CIIC) conference
that aims to educate tribes and industry by providing various informative workshops about the
realities and opportunities, concerning construction in Indian country. The conference also aims to
building trust, relationships, and networking opportunities among tribes, industry, and various entities.
The proceeds and sponsorships from the conference go directly towards sustaining the CIIC
organization and annual conference as well as CIIC’s educational student grant and endowment.
Vision
The Vision of the CIIC Advisory Council is that all American Indian Communities and Indigenous
communities shall have the technical capabilities and personnel to manage construction activities at
industry-best standards.
Mission
The Mission of the CIIC Advisory Council is to support construction management education to
benefit American Indian and Indigenous communities as they increase their capacities to manage
their own affairs while determining their own destinies.
Values
Embracing the Future while Honoring the Past We believe in promoting quality construction
and construction management to industry best standards while acknowledging and honoring the
re-establishment or maintenance of tribal specific construction practices and cultures.
Growing Our Own Just as tribal members have always led their citizenry, so too must American Indian
professionals provide leadership in addressing the dire construction needs in Indian Country. For this
reason the CIIC Advisory Council actively supports the active recruitment and a sustained student
enrollment of American Indians in the construction management fields.
Access to Education The role of public educational institutions should be to serve all citizens
including those in tribal communities. As such, the CIIC Advisory Council will advise on the selection
and placement of distinguished faculty at the Del E. Webb School of Construction’s CIIC Center who
shall develop academic programs to advance the education, technical skills and competencies of
American Indian tribes as well as individuals and construction professionals serving Indian Country.
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CIIC EXECUTIVE BOARD & ADVISORY COUNCIL
EXECUTIVE BOARD
Urban Giff
President, Executive Board
Gila River Indian Community
Jeff Begay
Vice President, Executive Board
Tribal Project Management
Robert Roessel
Secretary, Executive Board
Executive Principal Intergovernmental Relations
Salt River Project
Dave Castillo
Treasurer, Executive Board
Chief Executive Officer
Native Home Capital
MEMBERS-AT-LARGE
Jeff Ehret
President
The PENTA Building Group
Brianne Arviso
Project Engineer
Arviso/Okland Construction JV
Kari McCormick
Director of Client Services
Native American Division, Kitchell
ADVISORY COUNCIL
Brian McKinley Jones Brayboy
Special Advisor to the President Crow
on American Indian Affairs
Kristina Ennis
Design Principal
JCJ Architecture
Matthew Richards
Project Executive
Okland Construction Company, Inc.
Deborah Broermann
Native American Program Specialist
U.S. Dept. of HUD Southwest
Office of Native American Programs
Brad Gabel
Vice President
Kitchell
Linda Roe
VP Business Development & Client Relations
Thalden-Boyd-Emery Architects
Elsa Johnson
Director
IINA Solutions
Roger Smith
President and CEO
Salt River Materials Group
Kim Kanuho
President
Fourth World Design Group, LLC
Wayne Taylor, Jr.
Executive Director
Hopi Tribal Housing Authority
Ronn Lansky
Director Business Development
The PENTA Building Group
Clinton Wilkins
Sales Manager Arizona Region
Salt River Materials Group
Roger Owers
Attorney
Kaibab Law Offices of Roger S. Owers, LLC
Peterson Zah
Legacy Member
Construction in Indian Country
Allan Chasey
Program Chair
Del E. Webb School of Construction, ASU
Jerome Clark
Program Manager
Construction in Indian Country
Joe Di Vito
Senior Engineer
AMEC Earth & Environmental
Matthew Eicher
Manager of Industry Relations
Del E. Webb School of Construction, ASU
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2015 CIIC NATIONAL CONFERENCE AGENDA
Monday, April 20, 2015
7:00 am
CIIC Student Endowment Golf Tournament & Continental Breakfast
We-Ko-Pa Golf Club
7:00 am - 8:30 am Shuttle service to We-Ko-Pa Golf Club from
We-Ko-Pa Resort & Conference Center
9:00 am - 3:00 pm CIIC Student Endowment Golf Tournament
9:00 am Shotgun Start
1:30 pm Post-play Awards Luncheon
10:00 am - 6:00 pm CIIC National Conference Registration Open We-Ko-Pa Golf Club
Conference Center
12:00 pm - 4:00 pm CON 101: PLanning, Design, and Construction Room 112
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Welcome Networking Reception Pool-side
Tuesday, April 21, 2015
7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Registration Open Conference Center
7:00 am - 8:30 am
Networking Breakfast Room 114
8:30 am - 10:00 am
Room 114
Opening General Session • Master of Ceremonies
Pax Harvey, Pax Harvey Consulting - Comedian, Actor, Singer, and Emcee
• Opening Prayer
Michael Begaye, Director of American Indian Student Support Services,
Arizona State University
• ASU President’s Office Welcome
Dr. Bryan McKinley Jones Brayboy,
Special Advisor to President Crow on American Indian Affairs
• Del E. Webb School of Construction Welcome
Dr. Allan Chasey, Program Chair
• Construction in Indian Country Opening Remarks
Urban Giff, CIIC Board President
• Keynote Address
Empowering the Process: Cultural Frameworks and Indigenous Metrics in the
Built Environment
Wanda Dalla Costa, Principal Owner of Redquill Architecture, Inc.
Building is a collaborative and complex undertaking. Design and construction of
Indigenous environments adds a layer of rigor, but also enriches the process
immeasurably, offering valuable lessons in cultural theory, protocol, engagement and
practice. A recent project, a K-3 Early Learning Center, opened the dialogue to
incorporate an Indigenous worldview. In doing so, two core principles of
empowerment emerged: cultural frameworks for Indigenous knowledge systems and
Indigenous metrics.
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10:00 am - 10:30 am Coffee Break 11:00 am - 7:00 pm Tradeshow Floor Open 10:15 am - 11:45 am Workshop Sessions I
Conference Center Foyer
Room 111
• Working with Tribal Nations: Incorporating Respect Room 113
and Sovereignty into your Relationships
• The Court Said What??? Recent Court Cases That Room 112
Impact Construction in Indian Country
• How to Turn a Natural Resource to a Viable Business: Room 105/106
Case Study CEB
• Affordable Housing Case Study - Blackfeet Homes Room 103/104
• OSHA’s Role in Protecting Native American Workers Room 102
12:00 pm - 1:30 pm Luncheon Session Room 114
• Cultural Entertainment
Tony Duncan, 5-time World Champion Hoop Dancer
& Native American Music Awards 2014 Artist of the Year
• Keynote Address
Defining and Achieving Project Success
Wylie K. Bearup, PE, PhD, Beavers-Ames Professor of Practice
& Executive Director of Alliance for Construction Excellence
1:45 pm - 3:15 pm
The first step in achieving success in any endeavor is to define success from the view
point of all stakeholders. The most frequent measures of success for construction
projects are “on time, on budget, and with the desired quality.” When constructing
in Indian Country, there are other success factors that should be considered as well.
This presentation will address a few of those other factors and also cover some of the
tools available to achieve success for all project participants.
Workshop Sessions II
• Planning for Success: Drafting Effective Arbitration Clauses in Tribal Construction Contracts
Room 113
• Planning & Organizing for Design & Construction Projects Room 112
• An Innovative Approach to Achieve Tribal Health Facilities Development NOW Room 105/106
• Indoor Air Quality Solutions for New and Renovated Home Construction
Room 103/104
• OSHA’s New Record Keeping and Reporting Requirements
Room 102
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3:15 pm - 3:45 pm
Coffee Break Workshop Sessions III
3:30 pm - 5:00 pm
• Designing Fitness-Focused Play Environments
• School Buildings That Tell a Story: Cultural Integration and School Design
• Planning and Financing Affordable Housing:
Zuni Case Example
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Conference Center Foyer
Room 113
Room 112
Room 105/106
• TERO: From the Ground Up and Into the Future
Room 103/104
• Protecting Workers from Falls on Residential and Light Commercial Construction Projects
Room 102
Tradeshow Networking Reception Exhibit Hall - Room 111
Wednesday, April 22, 2015
7:00 am - 2:00 pm
Registration Open Conference Center
7:00 am - 8:30 am Networking Breakfast Conference Center
Courtyard
8:00 am - 2:00 pm Trade Show Floor Open Exhibit Hall - Room 111
8:30 am - 10:00 am Workshop Sessions IV
• Combined Heat Power/Distributed Generation
• TWO PART SESSION: Technology in Construction
Room 113
Room 112
• Indigenous Architecture Process and Principles: A Case Study of the K-3 Aboriginal Learning Center
Room 105/106
• Efficiency Opportunities in Tribal Housing
• Return to Work Programs: Mitigating Escalating Workers’ Compensation Costs
10:00 am - 10:30 am Coffee Break
Room 103/104
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Room 102
Exhibit Hall - Room 111
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10:15 am - 11:45 am Workshop Sessions V
• Developing Tribal Natural Resources for the Benefits of Tribal Road and Housing Construction
Room 112
• TWO PART SESSION:
1. Innovative Financing for Tribal Projects
2. An Insider’s Look at Arizona’s Water Infrastructure
and WIFA-Funded Projects
Room 105/106
• Roofing 101: Pros/Cons to Roofing Systems and Proper Maintenance
Room 103/104
12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
• Using Ergonomic Assessments to Reduce Injuries Room 102
and Claims
Luncheon & Closing Session Room 114
• Entertainment
Pax Harvey Consulting - Comedian, Actor, Singer, and Emcee
• Keynote Address
A Tribal Leader’s Perspective
On Nation Building and the Built Environment
Honorable Diane Enos, Former President of Salt River Pima-Maricopa
Indian Community (2006-2014)
As former president of the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community (SRPMIC),
the honorable Diane Enos will share her perspectives and experiences on the
importance of tribal centered economic development, partnerships, and projects.
Under her leadership, SRPMIC has become a leading positive and impactful example
of economic growth that is beneficial to tribal communities. This success was
demonstrated with the opening of the Salt River Fields in 2011. To date, this is still
the only Major League Baseball spring training facility located on tribal lands.
1:45 pm - 4:45 pm OPTIONAL POST-CONFERENCE WORKSHOP ON INDIGENOUS
KNOWLEDGE & INNOVATION IN THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT
• Creating Indigenous Design Frameworks + Processes: Room 103/104
A Tribal Professional’s Perspective
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KEYNOTE SPEAKERS
Wanda Dalla Costa
Principal and Owner
Redquill Architecture Inc.
Wanda Dalla Costa is the Principal and Owner of Redquill Architecture Inc. (www.rqarc.com), a
firm specializing in culturally responsive and ecologically sustainable indigenous environments.
Wanda teaches at the School of Architecture at Woodbury University in Los Angeles and is
currently involved in creating a design-build summer program for indigenous high school students. Her interests include the contemporary expression of indigenous values and principles,
and establishing cultural frameworks in the design process. She holds a Master of Architecture from the Faculty
of Environmental Design, University of Calgary, and a Master of Design Research in City Design, Planning and
Policy from SCI-ARC (Southern California Institute of Architecture, Los Angeles). Wanda is a member of the
Saddle Lake First Nation in northern Alberta, Canada and currently resides in Los Angeles, CA.
Wylie Bearup
PE, PhD, Beavers-Ames Professor of Practice & Executive Director of Alliance for Construction Excellence
Arizona State University
Wylie joined the City of Phoenix in December 1999 upon retiring from the U.S. Army Corps of
Engineers after 24 years of service. In 2004 he was selected as the City Engineer and in 2008 he
was named the Street Transportation Director. In that capacity he is responsible for supervising
a staff of 700 employees with an annual operating budget of $70 million and a five-year capital
construction budget of $546 million. In 2011, Wylie resumed the title of City Engineer in addition to his existing
assignment as the Street Transportation Director through an organizational restructuring within the City. As City
Engineer he is responsible for overseeing the selection of architects, engineers, and contractors to execute the
City’s 5-year $3.4 billion Capital Improvement Program. In 2012 Wylie was selected as the Beaver Ames Professor of Practice with the Del E. Webb School of Construction at Arizona State University where he teaches classes
in Heavy Civil Engineering. Wylie is a Registered Professional Engineer in Arizona. He has BS and MS degrees
from the University of Arizona in Civil Engineering, and a PhD in Construction Management from the University
of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Wylie was recently selected as one of the Top Ten Public Works Leaders in the
country for 2013 by the American Public Works Association.
Honorable Diane Enos
Former President of Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community (2006-2014)
Diane Enos was a journalist, and an artist prior to practicing law for sixteen years , primarily
as a criminal defense attorney with the Maricopa County Public Defender’s Office. She also
began a twenty-four year long stint on the tribal council of her tribe, the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community, serving the last eight of those as its twenty-third president and Chief
Executive Officer. She served as a delegate to the U.S. Department of Justice Tribal Justice
Advisory Group, which evolved into the Tribal Nations Leadership Council, where she served
as chair from 2010 to 2014. Diane has also served as the chair of the Arizona Indian Gaming Association as
well as its political arm, Arizonans for Tribal Government Gaming, chair of the Domestic Violence Committee
of the Maricopa Association of Governments, chair of the Inter-Tribal Council of Arizona Executive Board, and
as a member of the Board of Translational Genomic Institute. She is currently an attorney with her community’s
Legal Services Offices, primarily representing children as a Guardian ad Litem. She is the parent/guardian of
Xavier 10, and Victor 11.
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WORKSHOP DESCRIPTIONS
12:00 pm 4:00 pm
Monday, April 20, 2015
Special Pre-Conference Workshop
CON 101: Planning, Design, and Construction
Room
112
Description:
How do you get there (a building) from here (an idea)? Construction starts with planning, design,
and financing and continues until the structure is ready for occupancy. Tens of thousands of steps
are usually required, especially in highly complex buildings; and numerous stakeholders, owners,
building end users, architects, contractors, and subcontractors are involved. How does the process
begin? What are the different decisions to be made and issues to address? What are the different
types of construction? How is technology used? Which areas require involvement by lawyers and
regulatory agencies? This session will provide an overview of the evolution of a building project with
special focus on unique issues related to building on Tribal lands.
AGENDA
Registration/Pick Up Packages - 11:30 am
Meeting Start - 12:00 pm
Invocation
Announcements, Welcome, and Introductions
Moderator: Elsa Johnson
TOPIC 1: RELATIONSHIPS IN INDIAN COUNTRY
Speaker: Jeff Begay, Tribal Project Management
Guests on The Land
Religious & Cultural Implications
Challenges/Resolving Disputes
Q&A
BREAK
TOPIC 2: LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS
Speaker: Roger Owers, Sacks Tierney P.A.
The Starting Point: Sovereign Immunity
What Standards Apply?
Contract Clauses
Q&A
BREAK
TOPIC 3: TECHNICAL CONSIDERATIONS
Speaker: KC Dougherty, Kitchell, Project Director and Scott House, Navajo Nation
Project Delivery Methods
Master Planning
Incorporating Culture into Design
Q&A
BREAK
TOPIC 4: FINANCIAL CONSIDERATIONS/ARRA
Speaker: Dave Castillo, Native Home Capital
Understanding Tribal & Industry Financial
Bonding Concerns
Q&A
CLOSING REMARKS/OPEN DISCUSSION/CIIC CENTER
BENEDICTION/ADJOURNMENT
Moderator: Elsa Johnson
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WORKSHOP DESCRIPTIONS
10:15 am 11:45 am
Tuesday, April 21, 2015
Workshop Sessions I
Working with Tribal Nations: Incorporating Respect and Sovereignty into your
Relationships
Moderator: Jerome Clark, Program Manager, Construction in Indian Country
Panelists:
Kari McCormick, Director of Client Services, Native American Division, Kitchell
Eric Descheenie, Navajo
Joshua Allan, Emergency Manager, Bureau of Indian Affairs - OJS
Room
113
Description:
This workshop will offer a broad overview on the importance of sovereignty to tribal nations and
the importance of understanding the concept of sovereignty if one intends to build long-term
relationships based in respect. After this brief explanation, panel members will offer their own
thoughts about relationships based in sovereignty and respect and how they incorporate these
understandings into their everyday interactions with tribal nations, communities, and individuals.
The panel offers a wide range of perspectives from tribal, government, and industry.
The Court Said What??? Recent Court Cases That Impact Construction in Indian Country
Moderator: Roger Owers, Attorney, Sacks Tierney PA
Panelist:
Judith Dworking, Managing Partner, Sacks Tierney PA
Verrin Kewenvoyouma, Attorney, Sacks Tierney PA
Room
112
Description:
There is a natural tension in the relationships between Tribal economies, outside vendors, and
regulators. In this workshop, a panel of attorneys highlights a few recent court cases that deal
with some of these relationships and which may impact construction in Indian Country.
How to Turn a Natural Resource to a Viable Business: Case Study CEB
Moderator: Tom Bowen, Sustainable Housing Consultant, Functional Earth Consulting, LLC and
Lynne Carpenter, Geologist, DOI AS-IA OIEED Division of Energy and Mineral Development
Panelists:
Benny Shendo, President of Jemez Community Development Corporation
Amanda Ayala, Geological Engineer, DOI AS-IS OIEED Division of Energy and Mineral
Development
Description:
This course addresses how to enter into a Tribal natural resources (aggregates, clay, limestone,
etc.) business. We will address common questions about the resource, exploration, testing
requirements, production, construction and other aspects of the example case study; compressed
earth blocks.
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Room
105 106
WORKSHOP DESCRIPTIONS
Affordable Housing Case Study - Blackfeet Homes
Panelists:
Ashley Bland, Director, Travois Design & Construction Services
Chancy Kittson, Executive Director, Blackfeet Housing Authority
Lauren Wendlandt, Architect, Travois Design & Construction Services
Room
103 104
Description:
This workshop will walk participants through the process of developing modern, quality affordable
housing. The Blackfeet Housing Authority developed a 24 unit new construction project that
completed in 2014. The units are energy efficient and very appealing to new tenants. BHA acted
as their own GC, saving cost and giving them absolute control over the process. Together, BHA
and TD&CS will discuss the process from initial planning and financing through construction and
rent up.
OSHA’s Role in Protecting Native American Workers
Presented by:
Jim Rogers, Director, Arizona State University
Room
102
Description:
This presentation will discuss OSHA’s role and jurisdiction on tribal lands, including reporting
requirements and training and assistance that is available. We will discuss emerging trends that
are based on current accident investigations and will also review areas where jurisdiction and
responsibilities may be shared with tribal government
1:45 pm 3:15 pm
Tuesday, April 21, 2015
Workshop Sessions II
Planning for Success: Drafting Effective Arbitration Clauses in Tribal Construction
Contracts
Panelists:
Patrick Irvine, Director, Fennemore Craig PC
Michael Powell, Vice President, American Arbitration Association
Steven Heeley, Advisor, Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP
Room
113
Description:
An effective arbitration clause can lead to efficient resolution of the disputes that inevitably arise
over construction contracts. In Indian country dispute resolution is complicated by uncertain
jurisdiction of courts, sovereign immunity of tribes, and the limited effectiveness of liens on trust
lands. The importance of planning for trouble before the contract is signed cannot be overstated.
This workshop will address drafting arbitration clauses that do what you want them to do, and
actually limit later litigation.
Planning & Organizing for Design & Construction Projects
Panelists:
Ward Simpson, Principal, Rider Levett Bucknall
Steve Davis, Principal, Summit Project Management
Description:
Rider Levett Bucknall in conjunction w/Summit Project Management have extensive experience
in the planning and organizing for design and construction of projects in Indian Country. The
proposed workshop will outline the proactive steps that Owners and/or Developers need to
consider/implement in our to best plan and organize during the pre-construction phase of any
Capital Improvement Project.
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Room
112
WORKSHOP DESCRIPTIONS
1:45 pm 3:15 pm
Tuesday, April 21, 2015
Workshop Sessions II - CONTINUED
An Innovative Approach to Achieve Tribal Health Facilities Development NOW
Room
Moderator: Carolyn Crowder, CEO, Sitnasuak Health Solutions
105 Panelists:
106
Richard Strutz, CEO, Sitnasuak Financial Services, LLC,
James Spillane, Informatics & Applications PM, Improvement Advisor, Sitnasuak Health Solutions
Vernon Rosamond, Managing Principal, AIA, ACHA, LEED AP, Smithipong & Rosamond
Associates, Inc.
Description:
Don’t let outdated health facilities compromise your Tribe’s ability to deliver quality health
care! Achieve standards of care demanded by the newly competitive health care environment
imposed by the Affordable Care Act! Learn how this innovative all-inclusive project development
model can help you plan, finance, design, build and operate modern, patient-centered medical
facilities to meet the growing healthcare needs of your Tribal members. Learn how other Tribes
have successfully leveraged the Joint Venture Construction Program (JVCP) to jump past the
decades-long Indian Health Service construction priority list and are now providing the highest
quality patient-centric care in state-of-the art facilities for their members. The JVCP is a program
established under Section 818 of the Indian Health Care Improvement Act, P.L. 94-437, which
authorizes the IHS to enter into agreements with Tribes or Tribal organizations to acquire,
construct, or renovate health care facilities and lease them to the IHS, at no cost, for a period of
20 years. Learn how Tribes can easily obtain and repay financing costs as well as create a long
term economic generator for your Tribe through a strategic partnership with an experienced,
reputable Tribal Health Facilities Development team.
Indoor Air Quality Solutions for New and Renovated Home Construction
Panelists:
Chris Griffin, National Tribal IAQ Program Manager, US Environmental Protection Agency
Laureen Burton, Chemist/Toxicologist, US Environmental Protection Agency
Description:
Indoor pollution sources that release gases or particles into the air are the primary cause of
indoor air quality problems in homes. Inadequate ventilation can increase indoor pollutant levels
by not bringing in enough outdoor air to dilute emissions from indoor sources and by not carrying
indoor air pollutants out of the home. High temperature and humidity levels can also increase
concentrations of some pollutants. During building, remodeling or energy efficiency projects in the
home air quality can inadvertently be degraded. Poor air quality in our homes and other indoor
environments can put us at risk for health problems. Some pollutants can cause immediate and
often temporary health problems such as irritation of the eyes, nose and throat, headaches, or
fatigue. Other pollutants cause or worsen allergies, respiratory illnesses (such as asthma), heart
disease, cancer, and other serious long-term conditions. Sometimes individual pollutants at high
concentrations, such as carbon monoxide, can cause death. Understanding and controlling
some of the common pollutants found in homes may help improve your indoor air and reduce
your family’s risk of indoor air quality (IAQ) related health concerns. There are steps which can
be undertaken to minimize pollution from sources inside the home during construction, during
everyday living or when undertaking renovation projects. EPA has developed several resources to
help reduce the negative impacts of poor IAQ in homes. This interactive session, participants will
learn about the impacts of poor IAQ, common indoor contaminants and discuss proper solutions.
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Room
104 103
WORKSHOP DESCRIPTIONS
OSHA’s New Record Keeping and Reporting Requirements
Presenter: Jim Rogers, Director, Arizona State University
Room
102
Description:
In 2015 OSHA revised its record keeping and accident reporting requirements. There is a new list
of industries that are now required to keep OSHA accident records. This seminar will review the
record keeping requirements and discuss which types of companies are required to keep records.
We will also review the new requirements to report all serious injuries to OSHA and discuss the
impacts this might have on businesses.
3:30 pm 5:00 pm
Tuesday, April 21, 2105
Workshop Sessions III
Designing Fitness-Focused Play Environments
Moderator: Dan Gardiner, President, Exerplay, Inc.
Panelists:
Kevin Soloman, Sales Representative, Exerplay, Inc.
Yvonne Kee-Billison, M.A., Program Supervisor, Navajo Nation/Office of Dine’ Youth
Room
113
Description:
PLAY to be fit? Yes! Children and adults a like need to move their bodies to get and stay fit.
Playgrounds offer the perfect opportunity to have FUN while gaining physical and mental
benefits. Fitness focused playgrounds are designed specifically for achieving maximum play
value to improve physical strength and sharpen the mind. What is the best piece(s) of equipment
to engage the core or elicit multiple muscle groups contracting simultaneously? How can we
strategically design a playground that invites children to problem solve and increase peer
interaction? How do classic play systems and new trend environments compare and contrast?
Statistics on obesity rates and negative lifestyle changes over generations illustrate the need for
community changes and the importance of motivating kids to be active. This continuing education
session will provide tips for creating playground designs to get and keep kids active, and help
you make a positive and healthy impact on your community. Landscape Structures has been
approved as an Authorized Provider by both IACET and LA CES™. We are authorized by IACET
to offer .20 CEUs for this session and 1.5 CEUs/Professional Development Units by LA CES.
School Buildings That Tell a Story: Cultural Integration and School Design
Moderator: Kristina Ennis, Design Principal, JCJ Architecture
Panelists:
James LaPosta, Chief Architectural Officer, JCJ Architecture
Michael Kimelbert, Chief Operating Officer, Seneca Nation of Indians
Bryan Dunn, Market Sector Executive, Kitchell Contractors
Description:
Native communities are attempting to deal with the intertwined issues of language and cultural
preservation while also seeking to provide educational opportunities to their members. Panelists
have been chosen for their experience in the planning, design and construction of Tribal related
educational facilities that promote 21st century learning and a special connection to the land.
They will share their experience, discuss lessons learned and key aspects that influence the
successful implementation of culturally sensitive and mission driven schools. Discussion of
relevant experience will be placed in the context of best practices and panelists will engage one
another as well as the audience in discussion regarding this project type.
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Room
112
WORKSHOP DESCRIPTIONS
3:30 pm 5:00 pm
Tuesday, April 21, 2015
Workshop Sessions III - CONTINUED
Planning and Financing Affordable Housing: Zuni Case Example
Panelists:
Lorna Fogg, Partner, VitalSpirit
Michael Chavez, Executive Director, Zuni Housing Authority
Room
105 106
Description:
This session will focus on housing needs and wants while also taking into account the availability
of funding resources to help bring the various projects to fruition. It will emphasize planning for
the short, mid, and long terms so that housing goals and objectives are being met at all stages.
There will be some audience interaction to help drive the conversation and make the presentation
relevant to its stakeholders. The session will also discuss the Zuni Housing Authority’s strategy on
planning and their philosophy on planning and development.
TERO - from the Ground Up and Into the Future
Moderator: Ronn Lansky, Director of Business Development, The PENTA Building Group
Panelists:
Kimberly Dixey, TERO Coordinator, The PENTA Building Group
Summer Baldwin, Compliance Officer/Bureau of Apprenticeship Coordinator, Shoshone Bannock
Tribes TERO
Lee Adolph, President, Council for Tribal Employment Rights
Room
103 104
Description:
Our panelists will each bring lessons learned for tribes currently engaged in TERO related
projects, processes, and compliance methods. This panel will address opportunities to share their
experiences for tribes who are considering, or advancing their TERO programs, and also how
that may impact the future growth, experiences, education and employment opportunities of tribal
members.
Protecting Workers from Falls on Residential and Light Commercial Construction Projects
Presenter: Jim Rogers, Director, Arizona State University
Description:
Falls from ladders and wood framed structures continue to be a problem in the construction
industry. This program will focus on the common violations being cited by OSHA and will review
a few of the recent fatalities we have seen in falls from heights under 10 foot, which is a common
scenario on residential and light commercial projects. We will focus on discussing the things that
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Room
102
WORKSHOP DESCRIPTIONS
8:30 am 10:00 pm
Wednesday, April 22, 2015
Workshop Sessions IV
Combined Heat Power / Distributed Generation
Panelist: Greg Porter, President of Chenega Energy, LLC, Chugach Alutiiq Chenega Bay Tribe
Room
113
Description:
Provide an overview of combined heat and power solutions, including: design and implementation
of energy savings projects, energy efficient retrofits, alternative energy integration solutions,
efficient power generation systems and energy supply solutions that can be utilized to
lower energy costs and increase reliability and security in private, commercial and industrial
applications.
TWO PART SESSION:
Technology in Construction
Panelist:
Steve Ayers, Assistant Professor, Arizona State University
Description:
Building Information Modeling (BIM) has been increasing in popularity in recent years among
industry members in the Architecture, Engineering, Construction, and Operation (AECO) fields.
BIM offers value to AECO project teams during design, construction, and operation phases by
providing a central, virtual, model of a building that incorporates not only design geometry, but
also embedded project parameters. For example, BIM allows walls to be modeled at their correct
size and location with additional embedded information to indicate the type of wall assembly,
cost for constructing, schedule for when it is to be built, and more. This added information allows
project teams to make more informed project decisions earlier in the project lifecycle with BIM.
This provides opportunities to make smarter project decisions that can lead to more efficient
buildings, safer construction sites, better construction methods, and more cost-effective built
facilities. Dr. Ayer will be discussing opportunities to leverage BIM during this session.
Panelists:
Darren Boihem, Director of BIM and Rendering Services, ARC Document Solutions
Damian Torres, Hyperlinking Product Specialist, ARC Document Solutions
Connie Boyd
Description:
We’ll have three industry experts talking about various technologies that are helping the industry
streamline the design and construction process. We’ll focus on BIM (Building Information
Modeling), visual renderings and animations, cloud based collaboration tools, hyperlinking of
construction documents, and the scanning and indexing of hard copy documents.
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WORKSHOP DESCRIPTIONS
8:30 am 10:00 am
Wednesday, April 22, 2015
Workshop Sessions IV - CONTINUED
Indigenous Architecture Process and Principles: A Case Study of the K-3 Aboriginal
Learning Center
Panelists:
Wanda Dalla Costa, Principal of Redquill Architecture/Adjunct Faculty at Woodbury University,
Principal of Redquill Architecture/Adjunct Faculty at Woodbury, Redquill Architecture, Inc.
Room
105 106
Description:
Indigenous design thinking is on the rise. Built environments designed in First Peoples
communities offer a depth and insightfulness that could inform contemporary architectural
theory and practice. This session will investigate the six fundamentals of indigenous space:
ideological, spiritual, social, experiential, symbolic and sensory. The Aboriginal Learning Center
(Calgary 2016), an innovative urban education project that benefited from extensive community
consultations during the design process, will be used to illuminate the six concepts of indigenous
space. This session will further investigate the intersection between indigenous and western
worldviews in creating built environments. Blackfoot Elder, Reg Crowshoe of the Piikani Nation,
recently lectured on Ethical Space, advocating for the development of First Peoples principles
that are based in a cultural framework of models, processes and practices (‘Ethical Space as
Ceremony Between World Views’: http://vimeo.com/112213678). The Aboriginal Learning Centre
will be used to highlight a cultural framework for educational environments, with emphasis on
the role of sensory, experiential and social factors in design. Parallel contemporary western
architectural principles will be examined alongside cultural principles.
Efficiency Opportunities in Tribal Housing
Panelists:
Kristin Parrish, Assistant Professor, Arizona State University
Room
103 104
Description:
This workshop is divided into two parts: (1) a presentation of energy efficiency strategies for
tribal housing, using the Department of Energy’s Home Energy Saver tool, and (2) a facilitated
discussion with the audience to identify and prioritize needs for tribal housing research. In the first
half of the session, the presenter will present energy efficiency strategies for tribal housing stock
across climate zones, leveraging the Department of Energy’s Home Energy Saver tool. (Note
this will not be a full training session but the presenter will introduce the tool and show a few use
cases). This section will also present case studies of energy efficiency strategies and other home
improvements in that have been successful in various climates and will share best practices
based on these case studies with the audience. In the second half of the session, the presenter
will facilitate a brainstorming session aimed at determining a research agenda for tribal housing
research, including a discussion of potential partnerships and funding sources.
Return to Work Programs - Mitigating Escalating Workers’ Compensation Costs
Panelist:
Jim Rogers, Director, Arizona State University
Description:
Occupational injuries have vast consequences for companies in the construction industry. The
way a company manages these injuries can make a big difference in the claims paid out. Return
to work programs can play a big role in a company’s ability to contain these costs. Come hear
from a leading expert on how to implement these programs in your company.
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102
WORKSHOP DESCRIPTIONS
10:15 am 11:45 am
Wednesday, April 22, 2015
Workshop Sessions V
Developing Tribal Natural Resources for the Benefit of Tribal Road and Housing
Construction
Panelists:
Lynne Carpenter, Geologist, US DOI ASIA OIEED Division of Energy and Mineral Development
William Fisher, Chief Planner, Pueblo de Cochiti
Room
112
Description:
This workshop is designed to assist Tribes who wish to utilize native materials for Tribal roads
and other construction projects. We discuss different types of construction aggregate, where to
find (geologically) those resources, what permits are required, how to mine the material, and
business opportunities that arise with the development of Tribal natural resources. This workshop
is an excellent natural resource development primer for Roads, Natural Resource, and Business
Development Offices to examine the potential benefits of natural resource development. The
outline for the workshop is as follows: Presentation 1: “The Division of Energy and Mineral
Development: Who we are.” Our office is a nation-wide office specifically designed to assist
Tribes with energy and mineral development. In addition, we have a grant program, the Energy
and Mineral Development Grant, available to Tribes for the evaluation and development of their
energy and mineral resources. Presentation 2: “What is the Construction Aggregate Business,
Anyway?” This presentation addresses common questions about construction aggregate
products and a typical business structure. Presentation 3: “What are the types of Mineral
Agreements?” This presentation addresses the legal mechanism(s) of mineral extraction from
Indian Trust Lands. Presentation 4: “Regulations.” This presentation addresses rules and
regulations about mineral development.
TWO PART SESSION:
Innovative Financing for Tribal Projects
Panelist:
Valerie Red-Horse, Owner, Red-Horse Financial Group, Inc.
Description:
This workshop will highlight a recent case study whereby a large tribal new construction
development was financed with multiple financing sources that all tribes can access: 1) USDA
backed loan programs 2) HUD leveraging 3) Tribal Economic Development Bonds and 4)
Traditional Bank Debt. The discussion will review access, requirements, terms, process, lender
profiles and criteria for all tribal financing techniques.
An Insider’s Look at Arizona’s Water Infrastructure and WIFA-Funded Projects
Panelist:
Susan Craig, Communications Director, Water Infrastructure Finance Authority of Arizona
Description:
The effective management of water infrastructure is one of the main challenges faced by water
systems. Sustainable infrastructure and systems are essential to ensuring the environmental
and economic sustainability of communities throughout the nation. To help communities achieve
this in Arizona, the Water Infrastructure Finance Authority of Arizona (WIFA) finances design,
improvement, construction and acquisition for wastewater and drinking water projects. Utilizing
water and wastewater state revolving funds, WIFA provides financial and technical assistance
for drinking water and wastewater infrastructure throughout the state. The presentation will
provide an overview of WIFA’s programs, highlight why WIFA is a good funding choice for water
infrastructure projects and showcase successful projects in Arizona.
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WORKSHOP DESCRIPTIONS
10:15 am 11:45 am
Wednesday, April 22, 2015
Workshop Sessions V - CONTINUED
Roofing 101: Pros/Cons to Roofing Systems and Proper Maintenance
Panelist: Andy Clarke, General Manager, Classic Roofing
Description:
While your roof may only be a fraction of your building’s cost, it protects 100% of your assets
including employees, equipment, and inventory. Come and learn about the choosing the right roof
for your needs and the importance of maintaining your roof system. We will cover the pros and
cons of roof systems including single ply, tile, shingles, built up, foam, and metal. Learn about
the price, durability, and visual appeal of all roof types. Making the decision of whether to tear off
or install a new system over your existing roof can be a tough one. We will provide you with the
knowledge needed to make this decision based on your roof’s existing conditions and your future
expectations. Roof maintenance and regular inspections are key to extending your monetary
investment and keeping your manufacturer’s warranty valid. We will teach you how to save
money in the long term by learning how to properly maintain the current roof system. We will also
cover the basics of different roof warranties including what roof repairs are covered and how to
keep the warranty valid for its full term.
Using Ergonomic Assessments to Reduce Injuries and Claims
Panelist:
Jim Rogers, Director, Arizona State University
Room
103 104
Room
102
Description:
Musculoskeletal Disorders account for one third of lost time injuries and workers compensation
claims. This includes everything from sprains to back injuries. Learn how ergonomic assessments
can be utilized in your workplace to identify the hazards that can lead to these injuries.
1:45 pm 4:45 pm
Wednesday, April 22, 2015
Special Post-Conference Workshop
Creating Indigenous Design Frameworks + Processes: A Tribal Professionals’
Perspectives
Moderator: Kim Kanuho, President, Fourth World Design LLC
Panelist:
Wanda Dalla Costa, Architect, AA AIA MArch MDesR LEED A.P., Redquill Architecture In
Richard K Begay, Jr., Architect, AIA, SPS + Architecture LLP
Marcelino Flores, Councilman, Pascua Yaqui Tribe
Description:
This presentation will look at the intersection between indigenous and western worldviews in
creating built environments. The development of cultural frameworks and indigenous metrics
will be discussed. An urban early learning centre will be used to illuminate the concepts.
Culturally, these concepts are foundational to living in balance with nature, where intrinsic
traditional teaching places the Native communities in harmony with the natural environment.
Tribal professionals will share their experience and perspectives in creating indigenous design
frameworks, processes and space through their work in indigenous design and planning.
This open discussion will engage cultural frameworks, indigenous space, cultural knowledge,
community engagement, economic strategy and sustainability to discover a culturally balanced
effort from Native North America and the Southwest.
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Lee Adolph
President
Council for Tribal Employment Rights
Lee Adolf is one of the leading forces behind the Council
for Tribal Employment Rights. He speaks nationwide on the
advocacy for TERO and is a standing member of the Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation.
Amanda Ayala
Geological Engineer
DOI AS-IS OIEED Division of Energy and Mineral Development
Amanda Ayala was born and raised in Denver, CO. She received her Bachelor of Science in Geological Engineering
from the Colorado School of Mines. She has experience in
the mining industry as well as oil and gas. She is currently
building her knowledge in mineral exploration with the BIA.
Steven Ayer
Assistant Professor
Arizona State University
Steven Ayer joined the School of Sustainable Engineering
and the Built Environment at ASU in 2014. Prior to joining
ASU, he completed his MAE and PhD degrees as well as his
postdoctoral research at The Pennsylvania State University in
the Architectural Engineering Department. During his years
at Penn State, Steven worked in the Computer Integrated
Construction research group exploring how computers can
enhance construction processes. Steven continues to be
passionate about using computer technology for building
design, construction and operation. His research focuses on
leveraging existing and emerging computing technologies
to assist the building industry and also help in educating students who intend to pursue careers in these fields. His research explores new technological capabilities as well as how
these new technologies influence human behavior in design
and construction contexts.
Summer Baldwin
Compliance Officer/Bureau of Apprenticeship Coordinator
Shoshone Bannock Tribes TERO
Summer is responsible for working with contractors to negotiate compliance plans, workforce, review certified payroll and
reinforces compliance with other Shoshone-Bannock Tribal
Ordinances in addition to the Tribal Employment Rights Ordinance; as well as coordinating apprenticeship opportunities, relationships and document management for registered
apprentices. Prior to this role, Ms. Baldwin served in several
different administrative capacities in the executive and sales
areas at the Shoshone-Bannock Tribes newly built Hotel and
Event Center. The experience provided great insight with the
development of a multi-million dollar project. Ms. Baldwin
started out her career with Echo Law Offices, gaining experience and knowledge in state, federal and Indian Law. It was
her legal background experience that eventually led to her
current position with Shoshone-Bannock Tribes.
Ashley Bland
Director
Travois Design & Construction Services
Ashley Bland is the director of Travois Design & Construction
Services (TD&CS). She works with TD&CS staff to assist clients in the design of culturally-appropriate, environmentallyfriendly and energy-efficient architectural homes. Ashley has
worked in the affordable housing industry since 2004 and is
very familiar with the various funding requirements and commitments necessary for the design of affordable housing. She
oversees the TD&CS department, which provides architectural, inspection and other construction-related services for
American Indian, Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian clients.
Ashley graduated from the University of Virginia with a degree in architecture, and she holds the Construction Document Technologist (CDT) designation from the Construction
Specification Institute.
Darren Boihem
Director of BIM and Rendering Services
ARC Document Solutions
Darren will act as Moderator and Panelist. Darren Boihem
is the Director of Technology/BIM and Rendering Services
at ARC Document Solutions (www.e-arc.com). Darren offers
over 25 years of sales and management experience, over
fourteen in the construction industry. He focuses on understanding the client’s workflow and their explicit needs in order to offer appropriate solutions and process improvement.
Darren breaks BIM down into manageable pieces in order
to apply the best deliverables to the specific project needs.
Darren’s current duties are to manage ARC’s BIM efforts to
ensure that a proper scope is developed and met, the project
is completed on time, and the quality of the BIM deliverables
are met. Common deliverables include project visualization
(photo-realistic renderings), discrepancy reporting, clash/collision detection, quantity takeoff reports, 3D laser scanning,
trade coordination, as-built modeling and modeling for facility management.
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Tom Bowen
Sustainable Housing Consultant
Functional Earth Consulting, LLC
Tom has over 15 years experience in home construction and
related project management. He has BA’s I Economics and
Environmental Science and Policy and an MS in Civil Engineering, all from the University of Colorado, Boulder. He recently received a grant from HUD to write a Best Practices
Manual on Sustainable Construction in Indian Country on the
use of Compressed Earth Blocks as a sustainable building
technique. Tom has 5 years experience developing a CEB
manufacturing and construction enterprise for tribes and currently works on a similar project with the Pueblo of Jemez in
New Mexico.
Connie Boyd
Account Executive at
ARC Document Solutions
Connie has been in the Reprographics Business for over 26
years. She’s been recognized year over year for outstanding
performance, and is very well respected amongst her peers.
Connie attended Winona State University in Minnesota, and
is highly trained in the Business.
Connie’s a calculated risk-taker with deep industry knowledge, and habitually motivates her clients and partners to
embrace what she does. She developing business strategies, new business models, builds out channels of programs,
and consistently ranks among the 5% of employees.
Laureen Burton
Chemist/Toxicologist
US Environmental Protection Agency
Laureen Burton, MPH is a chemist/toxicologist for the U.S.
Environmental Protection Agency’s Indoor Environments Division (IED). The primary focus of Laureen’s work for IED relates to supporting the scientific credibility of the Division’s
work products with a special emphasis on issues related to
the impacts of pollutants and sources on indoor air quality
in all building types. In addition she is a lead on technical
communication issues and is a technical expert for the Division’s Tribal IAQ Program effort. Education: BS - Virginia
State Univ.; MPH - University of Michigan.
Lynne Carpenter
Geologist
US DOI ASIA OIEED Division of Energy and Mineral Development
Lynne was born and raised (7th generation) in Thomasville,
GA. She received her Bachelor of Arts in Geology from the
Colorado College and graduate studies in low temperature
aqueous geochemistry from the Colorado School of Mines.
Lynne has almost 20 years of geologic mapping, resource assessment, mineral development, and permitting experience.
She has specialized in industrial minerals, especially sand and
gravel and crushed rock resource assessment and development.
Michael Chavez
Executive Director
Zuni Housing Authority
Michael has been serving as the Executive Director for the
Zuni Housing Authority since 2003. He previously worked for
the Navajo Housing Authority for ten years holding various
management level positions in project planning and construction. He has accomplished over twenty years of professional management experience in Indian Housing. His career also includes twelve years in utilities engineering when
employed with the Navajo Tribal Utility Authority early in his
career. Mike attended the University of New Mexico where
he pursued a degree in engineering studies. He is a graduate of the USDA Graduate School Certified Public Manager
Program, and also received certification as a Professional Indian Housing Manager through the National American Indian
Housing Council. Mike has been married for thirty-two years
with two grown children. He resides in Gallup, NM.
Jerome Clark
Program Manager
Construction in Indian Country
Jerome Clark is the Program Manager for Construction in
Indian Country at Del E. Webb School of Construction. As
the Program Manager, he aims to engage in tribally centered
thinking, planning, and action to ensure that CIIC fosters
growth and strength for tribal nations. He brings to CIIC six
years of professional experience coordinating and implementing services and programs and nine years of personal
experience creating partnerships with tribal communities in
university, community, and governmental settings. Prior to
joining DEWSC, he served as Communications Director for
the Navajo Nation Office of the Speaker, where he was responsible for improving public relations through improved
communication practices and procedures with the goal of increasing government participation. He is Kinłichíí’nii, born for
Tséníjíkiní, his maternal grandfathers are Ma’íídeeshgíízhíníí,
and his paternal grandfathers are Tábąąhá. He is also a member of the Navajo Nation.
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Andy Clarke
General Manager
Classic Roofing, LLC.
Andy Clarke is the current general manger for Classic Roofing and has been an employee for nearly 20 years. Classic
Roofing has been in the commercial roofing business for over
30 years and works all throughout Arizona. Andy started as a
laborer and then was promoted to foreman and then made
his way into the management staff through his knowledge
and experience in the construction industry. Working on the
roof’s for over 10 years helped Andy understand the ins and
outs of all roof systems and their components. While being
general manager Andy has developed a close relationship
with many contractors through out Arizona who support the
Indian community and he looks forward to continuing his
growing relationship with the industry and its community.
Susan Craig
Communications Director
Water Infrastructure Finance Authority of Arizona
Susan is the Communications Director for the Water Infrastructure Finance Authority of Arizona (WIFA) and coordinator of Arizona’s Rural Water Infrastructure Committee (RWIC).
Before joining WIFA, Susan worked at ADWR to develop and
implement the state’s drought and conservation programs.
She also developed Arizona’s Water Awareness Month messaging campaign to encourage water stewardship and an
outreach campaign to secure funding for the Arizona Water
Protection Fund grant program. Earlier in her career, Susan
was with ADEQ where she supervised the watershed management and water quality grant programs. She has led numerous state committees, including the Clean Colorado River Alliance and Governor’s Drought Task Force Interagency
Coordinating Group. She is passionate about the environment and water-use efficiency.
Carolyn Crowder
CEO
Sitnasuak Health Solutions
Carolyn (Kingaluq) Crowder is a Tribal member of the Nome
Eskimo Community and is a recognized national Tribal Health
advocate. She started her career in Tribal Health in 1981 at
the Norton Sound Health Corporation, and played a leadership role as the CEO of one of the original Tribal Health
Organizations participating in the IHS Self Governance Demonstration project. She retired from Norton Sound Health
Corporation after serving 20 years as President & CEO. She
served as the Health Director for the Aleutian Pribilof Islands
Association for 13 years and during that time expanded their
health delivery system providing primary and communitybased health services to 6 remote communities in the Aleutian & Pribilof Islands chain. Carolyn currently serves as CEO
for Sitnasuak Health Solutions (SHS), an exciting new sub-
sidiary of Sitnasuak Native Corporation, her village ANCSA
corporation. SHS is a mission-driven Native-owned company
which partners with Tribal health organizations to advance
Self Governance goals. SHS utilizes innovative business
models designed to help Tribes grow and thrive in a newly
reformed healthcare environment. Carolyn has experience in
planning, development, and construction of numerous Tribal
health facilities incl. hospitals & clinics. She also provided
leadership in national Tribal policy including Co-Chair of the
national IHS Budget Formulation Workgroup, the Tribal Self
Governance Advisory Committee, and Information Systems
Advisory Committee.
Wanda Dalla Costa
Principal of Redquill Architecture/Adjunct Faculty at Woodbury University, Principal of Redquill Architecture/Adjunct
Faculty at Woodbury University
Redquill Architecture Inc.
Wanda Dalla Costa is the Principal of Redquill Architecture
Inc. (RQA), a firm specializing in indigenous architecture and
design. She is also adjunct faculty at Woodbury University,
Faculty of architecture. Finally, Wanda is currently working
with the Faculty of Environmental Design at the University of
Calgary and a tribal high school, formulating a design-build
summer program. Wanda has worked in the field of cultural
design for over 18 years, working directly with Tribal organizations and First Nations, or as an adviser for architecture
firms. Her interest is the contemporary expression of indigenous architectural principles, and honoring cultural process
and practice.
Steve Davis
Principal
Summit Project Management
Steve Davis is a principal with Summit Project Management.
He brings more than 35 years of comprehensive project
management experience in developing more than $2.5 billion in various project types, including hospitality, gaming,
entertainment, higher education, institutional, and masterplanned developments. Along with Ward Simpson of Rider
Levett Bucknall (RLB), Steve is currently providing owner’s
representative services for the new $400 million state-of-theart Tohono O’odham Resort/Casino in Glendale, Arizona.
Steve has successfully guided project management teams
for many large, complex projects through the entire development process, from feasibility analysis through occupancy.
He is quite skilled at coordinating multi-disciplinary teams
and promoting an atmosphere of partnership among user
groups.
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Eric Descheenie
Navajo
Eric Descheenie, Diné from Chinle, Arizona, has worked professionally in intergovernmental relations for top elected officials for the State of Arizona, Navajo Nation, and Navajo
County, and at the local level. He has built a successful career
in facilitating and coordinating project partners and governments to achieve mutually desired results. As a Tribal Liaison
for the Arizona Department of Housing and Arizona Governor’s Office of Equal Opportunity, Eric moved approximately
$1.7 Million in State Housing Trust Funds for tribal housing
development and advocated state wide for equity in state
contracting for Minority and Women Owned Small Businesses. As the Chief of Staff for the Navajo Nation Council, Eric
led the Council’s administrative charge in managing federal,
state, and local relations for the proposed 2012 Navajo-Hopi
Little Colorado River Water Rights Settlement. In 2013, as the
Tribal Government Relations Director for Navajo County, Eric
successfully facilitated deliberation amongst county, tribe,
state, and federal emergency management entities to better
respond to future disasters.
Kimberly Dixey
TERO Coordinator
The PENTA Building Group
Kimberly provides coordination of Native American procedures and participation. She has been instrumental with developing, implementing, and expanding TERO programs and
processes for the Shoshone-Bannock Tribe and PENTA. RELEVANT EXPERIENCE -- Shoshone-Bannock Hotel and Event
Center, Fort Hall, ID -- North Las Vegas Readiness Center, Las
Vegas, NV -- Carpenters Union International Training Center,
Las Vegas, NV -- New York-New York Site Improvements Master Plan, Las Vegas, NV -- Osage Nation Master Plan Phase
1 Development, Pawhuska, OK • TERO Coordinator, Shoshone-Bannock Hotel and Event Center, The PENTA Building Group - Fort Hall, ID • TERO Compliance Officer for the
Shoshone-Bannock Tribes, Tribal Employment Rights Office
- Fort Hall, ID • Gaming Commission Executive Director for
the Shoshone-Bannock Gaming Commission - Fort Hall, ID.
Bryan Dunn
Market Sector Executive
Kitchell Contractors
As a Market Sector Executive, Bryan is focused on expanding
Kitchell’s market share in the Arizona market. Bryan brings
strength, relationships and credibility in both public and private markets including; educational facilities, sports/recreation, municipal projects, mixed use/multi-family housing, sr.
living, and office. Dunn has 18-plus years of experience in the
southwest building industry, serving in positions of increasing
responsibility, from director of preconstruction to senior vice
president. Dunn has been recognized as an ENR-Southwest
Top 20 Under 40, People to Know Top Industry Leaders in
Construction, and Commercial Executive Magazine Industry
Leader. Dunn is a LEED BD+C Accredited professional and
has served on the board of the United Green Building Council and Arizona Business and Education Coalition (ABEC). He
is a graduate of Colorado State University. He and his wife
reside in Gilbert, Ariz. with their two young children.
Kristina Ennis
Design Principal
JCJ Architecture
A gifted designer with a career spanning 28 years, Kristina
Ennis is well respected amongst the gaming and Native
American design and construction industries. Kristina approaches her work with a holistic approach and a sensitivity
to environment and culture from conceptual design to the
build product. Her attention to detail and overall passion
for her work have resulted in an award-winning portfolio of
distinguished projects reflective of the professionalism she
brings to her work and the gaming industry as a whole. Kristina has been a frequent contributor to industry publications
and speaks at national conferences for the development of
Native American lands.
William Fisher
Chief Planner
Pueblo de Cochiti
Bill Fisher has been the Chief Planner at Cochiti Pueblo for
over eight years. Previous to that he was a consultant in land
and business development. He was also Business Development Specialist for Sandia Pueblo in New Mexico. Bill is a
retired Air Force officer who served for twenty years in the
communications-electronics and research, development,
and testing fields at several test organizations and the Air
Force Research Laboratory at Kirtland Air Force Base in New
Mexico. His work at Cochiti Pueblo includes the planning,
grant administration, and project management on the Cochiti Health Clinic, the Cochiti Water and Wastewater Replacement Project, the Cochiti Street Improvement Project, and
the Cochiti Visitor Center Phase 1. Other current planning
projects include the Cochiti Visitor Center Phases 2-5, the
Cochiti Renewable Energy and Hydroelectric Power Initiatives, and various mineral exploration and mining projects.
Bill has over 30 years’ experience in management, planning,
economic development, project management, grant administration, and contract administration. He has a Bachelor of
Science Degree in Engineering from Purdue University, a
Master of Science in Systems Management from the University of Southern California, and a Master in Community and
Regional Planning from the University of New Mexico.
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Lorna Fogg
Partner
VitalSpirit
Lorna Fogg is a founding partner of VitalSpirit LLC. Lorna has
worked in the tax credit industry since 1995, previously as the
director of acquisitions for Raymond James Tax Credit Funds
Inc., a tax credit syndicator and later as President/CEO of Travois Inc. an affordable housing consulting firm that specializes in Indian Country. Lorna worked her way from the bottom
to the top of each organization, learning a wealth of information along the way. She was instrumental in the development
of the successful implementation of using the Low Income
Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Program in Indian Country. Her
experience includes structuring successful projects (from an
investor and developer’s perspective), relationship building
(with investors, state agencies, and tribal personnel), preparing financing applications, underwriting, construction draws,
asset management, problem solving, and serving both as
an investor and client liaison. As president of Travois, Lorna
oversaw staff working in areas of Low Income Housing Tax
Credits, gap financing, compliance, and New Markets Tax
Credits and provided training and education to tribes, investors and other agencies. Lorna graduated from the University
of South Florida with a degree in accounting.
Dan Gardiner
President
Exerplay, Inc.
Daniel Gardiner is the president of a playground and park
furnishing organization called ExerPlay, Inc. Since 2001 Dan
has been passionate about the play industry as he has served
on several boards and committees including the New Mexico
Parks and Recreation Association and the Landscape Structures and Dumor Rep advisory boards. Dan has been a certified playground safety inspector for the past 12 years and is
also a certified IACET speaker for teaching CEU courses to
the Landscape Architect industry. Dan and his wife Laurel live
in Mesa, Arizona with their 3 children. When Dan is not working, he is actively helping other companies with growing their
businesses, serving in church assignments, and his favorite
activity to do is to be with his kids as they are involved in
music and sports in their community.
Chris Griffin
National Tribal IAQ Program Manager
US Environmental Protection Agency
Chris Griffin is a Senior Tribal Program Manager for the US
Environmental Protection Agency’s Indoor Environments Division (IED). He has close to 20 years experience with strategic media communications; public service campaigns to
foster voluntary behavioral change; and public policy coalition building with federal, state, local governments, Tribes
and non-governmental organizations. Since 2000, he has
been directly involved in the coordination and management
of contracts and cooperative agreements focused primarily
on reducing indoor air environmental pollutants to improve
health and housing within Native American communities.
He currently leads the Division’s Federal Tribal IAQ Healthy
Homes Collaborative effort. Education: BS - Syracuse University; Graduate Studies - American University.
Steven J.W. Heeley
Advisor
Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP
Steve serves as a consultant to Akin Gump. He advises Indian
tribes on corporate, transactional and natural resources matters, as well as on tribal governance and jurisdictional issues.
He has served as the deputy general counsel for the Gila
River Indian Community for over 10 years. In addition, he
served as an adjunct law professor at Arizona State University, teaching seminars on economic development and tribal
law and government in Indian Country. He also served as a
member of the University’s Advisory Committee for the Indian Law Program for over 10 years. During the 104th Congress, he served as staff director and chief counsel to the
Senate Committee on Indian Affairs, which was chaired by
Sen. John McCain, R-Ariz. Prior to assuming that role, Steve
was counsel to the Subcommittee on Native American Affairs
of the Committee on Natural Resources in the U.S. House
of Representatives, which was established in 1993. Prior to
the creation of this subcommittee, he served as the Deputy
Counsel on Indian affairs to the Committee on Interior and
Insular Affairs under Chairman George Miller. From 1989 to
1991, he was Deputy Minority Counsel to Sen. McCain on
the Senate Select Committee on Indian Affairs and prior to
that he was an attorney for the Gila River Indian Community.
During more than three decades of experience in Indian law,
Steve has negotiated a lease agreement and the related documents necessary for the development of a 360,000 square
foot retail development on tribal trust lands; tax-exempt
financing pursuant to an award under the Tribal Economic
Development Bond program to finance the construction of a
three star hotel and related facilities on tribal trust lands; the
development and construction of a three star casino hotel
and related facilities; the development and construction of
a four star casino hotel on trust lands; the development and
construction of a 500 room four star resort hotel and spa; and
a number of management and license agreements covering
resort hotels, business hotels, golf courses, retail businesses,
and themed entertainment venues. Steve is a Potawatomi
Indian and a citizen of the Walpole Island First Nation in Ontario, Canada.
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Patrick Irvine
Director
Fennemore Craig, PC
Michael Kimelberg
Chief Operating Officer
Seneca Nation of Indians
Patrick Irvine is a director at Fennemore Craig in Phoenix,
Arizona. He practices in the areas of Indian law, litigation and
taxation, and regularly serves as an arbitrator and mediator.
From 2002-2011, he served as a Judge of the Arizona Court
of Appeals. Before his appointment to the Court, he was an
attorney in the office of the Arizona Attorney General, serving as Solicitor General and Chief Counsel of the Tax Section.
While at the Attorney General’s Office he represented and
advised state agencies, worked with the Arizona Legislature
in developing legislation, and chaired the Attorney General’s
Open Meeting Law Enforcement Team. He has briefed and
argued numerous cases at all levels of the state and federal
courts, including a successful argument before the U.S. Supreme Court concerning the taxation of road construction in
Indian country. He has also worked for an international accounting firm and as an Assistant General Counsel to the Gila
River Indian Community. He serves as an adjunct professor at
the Arizona State University College of Law, where he teaches Indian Law and Taxation, and is a member of the Executive Council of the State Bar of Arizona’s Alternative Dispute
Resolution Section. Mr. Irvine received his J.D. from Arizona
State University, and LL.M. in Taxation from the University of
San Diego. He is a member of the Arizona and California
bars.
Michael Kimelberg, AICP, LEED AP is Chief Operating Officer at the Seneca Nation of Indians and a member of the
American Institute of Certified Planners. Michael possesses
more than 17 years of experience in urban design and master planning for both the public and private sectors. In his
role as COO, Michael has overseen multiple projects for the
Seneca Nation including projects for education, neighborhoods and community development. He holds a master’s
in Urban Planning from the University of Washington and
a bachelor’s from the State University of New York at Geneseo. A native of Buffalo, he was raised in Albany and is an
enrolled member of the Seneca Nation.
Yvonne Kee-Billison, M.A.
Program Supervisor
Navajo Nation /Office of Dine Youth
Yvonne Kee-Billison is of (Navajo) Diné and Italian descent.
Her clan is Bitterwater, her father’s clan is “Black Streak
of Wood”, her maternal grandfather’s clan is “One Who
Walks Around” and her paternal grandfather’s clan is “Deer
Spring”. It was very interesting for her to learn that her paternal grandmother is half Italian, and that her Great Grandfather worked in the mines in and around Gallup, NM. She
is the proud mother of four beautiful children, ranging in age
from 24 to 6 years of age. She believes in multifaceted learning! Applying all your senses, abilities and heart to anything
you do! She received her undergraduate education at Arizona State University in the field of Public Programs/Justice
Studies. Her Master’s Education was earned at Western New
Mexico University in the field of Counseling. In addition to
her studies, she has taken classes at both the University of
New Mexico and Diné College in the fields of the Navajo
Culture and Language. Yvonne has worked with youth and
their families for over 20 years in the capacity of a Counselor,
a Mental Health Case Manager and a Program Supervisor.
Much of her work is about development, being a strategist,
delinquency prevention, and even; youth centers and construction!
Chancy Kittson
Executive Director
Blackfeet Housing Authority
Chancy Kittson has served as executive director of Blackfeet Housing, the Tribally Designated Housing Entity for the
Blackfeet Nation, since 2010. The organization has been
in operation for more than 40 years and currently manages over 1,400 housing units on the Blackfeet Reservation
in Montana, including five Low Income Housing Tax Credit
projects that have built more than 100 new homes. Chancy
is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the organization, which includes managing over 80 staff members,
coordinating with the Blackfeet Tribe and utility providers
and managing a multimillion dollar budget. Prior to becoming executive director, Chancy worked as a loan auditor for
the Blackfeet Tribal Credit Program and as a carpenter and
foreman in the construction industry. He holds a bachelor’s
degree in business administration from the University of
Montana.
Ronn Lansky
Director of Business Development
The PENTA Building Group
Ronn Lansky is the Director of Business Development for
The PENTA Building Group. Ronn is instrumental in developing and implementing PENTA’s business development
strategies for the entire company. With over 28 years of
design and construction experience, much of it in the gaming and hospitality sector, Ronn brings a new dimension
to the company’s business development plan. PENTA has
worked continuously in Indian Country since 2002, having
constructed more than 40 projects valued at over $600 million for 14 different tribal nations.
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representative. She has been working in Indian Country
for over twelve years in the A/E/C industry and is driven by
her commitment to advancing the lives of American Indians
through economic development and facilitating the connections of tribal practitioners to the best of resources and practices in the industry.
James LaPosta
Chief Architectural Officer
JCJ Architecture
James E. LaPosta, Jr., FAIA, LEED AP, is JCJ’s Chief Architectural Officer and a member of the American Institute of Architects College of Fellows. An expert in Pre K-12 and higher
education facility design, Jim’s work focuses on the contribution of the built environment to the creation of strong learning communities. He is a frequent lecturer, design juror, and
has contributed nationally to the conversation about architecture for education.
Kari McCormick
Director of Client Services, Native American Division
Kitchell
Kari McCormick is Director of Client Services at Kitchell
Contractors for their Native American Division. Kitchell celebrates its 65th year in the construction industry and formalized its commitment to the Native American community with
the formation of the Native American Division in 1999. Kitchell has been honored to work with over 35 tribes throughout
the country building casinos, hotels, healthcare, community/
governmental, judicial/detention projects with the goal of
bettering communities and creating jobs. Kari is a proud
graduate of ASU is currently serving on the Construction in
Indian Country advisory board. She has served 5 years as the
Chair for the Tribal Economic Development Committee of
AZ Association of Economic Development (AAED) and was
honored to serve two terms on the National Indian Gaming
Association board as an Associate Member
Roger Owers
Attorney
Sacks Tierney PA
Roger Owers began his professional career in civil engineering and construction management before working his way
through law school and earning a Ph.D. in civil engineering.
He has practiced law since 2002, with a focus on construction
law, real estate law and Indian law. His practice includes both
transactions and litigation. His clients include small businesses, architects, engineers, contractors, land developers,
landlords, tenants, lenders, and businesses working in Indian
Country. He also advises clients in the areas of employment
law, estate planning, risk management, entity formation, and
general commercial law.
Kristen Parrish
Assistant Professor
Arizona State University
Kristen Parrish is an Assistant Professor in the School of Sustainable Engineering and the Built Environment at Arizona
State University (ASU). Kristen’s work focuses on integrating
energy efficiency measures into building design, construction, and operations processes. Specifically, she is interested in novel design processes that financially and technically
facilitate energy-efficient buildings. Her work also explores
how principles of lean manufacturing facilitate energy-efficiency in the commercial building industry. Prior to joining
ASU, Kristen was at the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (LBNL) as a Postdoctoral Fellow (2009-11) and then a
Scientific Engineering Associate (2011-2012) in the Building
Technologies and Urban Systems Department. She worked
in the Commercial Buildings group, developing energy efficiency programs and researching technical and non-technical barriers to energy efficiency in the buildings industry.
She has a background in collaborative design and integrated project delivery. She holds a BS and MS in Civil Engineering from the University of Michigan and a PhD in Civil
Engineering Systems from University of California Berkeley.
Greg Porter
President of Chenega Energy, LLC.
Chugach Alutiiq Chenega Bay Tribe
Greg Porter has worked in electrical energy conservation
and alternative/sustainable energy since 1979. He holds
a LEED Green Associate accreditation with the US Green
Building Council, is certified in Solar Electric design, and is
a Certified Commercial Energy Auditor. Mr. Porter currently
sits on the Board of Directors for the Alaska Independent
Power Producer’s Association. (AIPPA) Mr. Porter also holds
Certifications in Alternative power generation, Co-Generation, and Distributed Power generation systems. He has
been educating end users on the various technologies available to reduce energy consumption and increase efficiency
for over 18 years.
Power Producer’s Association. (AIPPA) Mr. Porter also holds
Certifications in Alternative power generation, Co-Generation, and Distributed Power generation systems. He has
been educating end users on the various technologies available to reduce energy consumption and increase efficiency
for over 18 years.
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Michael Powell
Vice President
American Arbitration Association
Jim Rogers
Director, Western OSHA Education Center
Arizona State University
Michael R. Powell is the Vice President of the American Arbitration Association’s (AAA) Los Angeles office. He is primarily responsible for expanding the use of AAA construction,
real estate and environmental ADR services in the Western
Pacific and Pacific Northwest states. In this capacity, he assists the corporate, legal and public sector communities on
dispute avoidance and resolution techniques, and in designing dispute resolution systems to meet their specific
needs. He manages and oversees case administration for
all large, complex cases in his region for construction, real
estate and environmental claims. Mr. Powell is a graduate of
California State University, San Bernardino and is a frequent
trainer, speaker and writer on the subject of alternative dispute resolution. He serves on the Board of Directors of the
California Dispute Resolution Council, working with state
legislators to educate and improve the quality of alternative dispute resolution, and is currently serving as its interim
president.
Jim Rogers is the Director of the Western OSHA Education
Center at Arizona State University. This Center, housed in
the Del E. Webb School of Construction, is one of a network
of OSHA Training Institute Education Centers established
by the U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and
Health Administration. Mr. Rogers specializes in continuing
education and the development of industry outreach courses, and has also served as a faculty member at ASU’s Del E.
Webb School of Construction, teaching safety, concrete, and
construction management courses. He is an expert in posttensioned concrete construction and a recognized leader
in occupational safety and health. He has several published
manuals and numerous articles and documents on concrete
and occupational safety and health. He has over 20 years of
experience in the construction industry and serves, or has
served, on various technical committees for the American
Concrete Institute (ACI), Post-Tensioning Institute (PTI), and
ASTM. Mr. Rogers writes a regularly scheduled safety column for Hanley Wood Publications that is featured in several of their magazines including Public Works Construction
and Concrete Construction.
Valerie Red-Horse
Owner
Red-Horse Financial Group, Inc.
VALERIE RED-HORSE has more than 30 years in-depth experience in the financial services and investment banking
industry including private placements, debt restructuring,
taxable issuance, municipal issuance, leveraged finance,
high yield bond transactions, strategic and equipment finance and management turnaround with a unique expertise
in the tribal, gaming and online gaming sectors. Red-Horse
has led over fifty financial mandates totaling in excess of
$3 billion dollars in transactions. Red-Horse is owner/founder of Red-Horse Financial Group Inc., offering securities
through Western International Securities, Inc. and has assisted/advised clients in transactions ranging from $1 million to $1 billion. Recognized as a leading industry expert,
Red-Horse writes several gaming and finance focused columns for various industry publications and is the host of the
live internet talk show for Casino Enterprise Management.
Ms. Red-Horse holds seven FINRA registrations: Registered
General Securities Representative (Series 7), Uniform State
Law Securities Agent (Series 63), Registered General Securities Principal (Series 24), Registered Equity Trader Representative (Series 55), Registered Municipal Principal (Series
53), Registered Investment Advisor (Series 65), Investment
Banking (Series 79) and is a licensed life insurance agent.
Vernon Rosamond
Managing Principal, AIA, ACHA, LEED AP
Smitthipong & Rosamond Associates, Inc.
Current Position: Managing Principal, SRa Previous Position:
Project Director / Manager: Anderson DeBartolo Pan (ADP)
1980 - 1996 (Responsible for firm’s Federal Healthcare Projects, including multiple IHS Hospitals and Planning Assignments) Professional History: Specialized focus in Health Facilities for 33 years, and continuously involved with Native
American Health Facilities since 1989. Led a multi-discipline
task force in re-inventing the Strategic Planning Process of
the IHS resulting in adoption of the Health Systems Planning (HSP) Process in 1999. Provided training on use of the
HSP Process for IHS HQ and Area Offices as well as Tribal
Planners. Led Firm’s transition to use of Building Information
Modeling (BIM) over the past 12 years. Committed to the
transition of the industry to Integrated Project Delivery (IPD)
which harnesses the resources of the Owner, Architect and
Builder to pursue the best interests of every project. Founding Member of the American College of Healthcare Architects (ACHA), a Board Certification Program for Healthcare
Architects. Goals for Tribal Health Facilities Development:
Improve the health status of Native Americans by making
health services available to all who need them.
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Charlie Sassara
CEO
Sitnasuak Properties
Lives: Anchorage, Alaska. Previous position: Past Sitnasuak
roles include Sr. Project Manager/General Manager for Sitnasuak and Sitnasuak Construction Services. Professional
History: Management consultant, Port Graham Corporation
(2011); General Manager, SIKU Construction (2008–2010);
Senior Project Manager, UIC Construction (2001-2008); VP,
General Sales, Construction Machinery, Inc. (1999-2001);
Business Development Project Manager, Piquniq Management Corporation (1994-1999); Technical Training Manager,
Ilisagvik College (1993-1994); Project Manager, UIC Construction (1992-1993). Goals for Sitnasuak: To fulfill the vision
of Sitnasuak Properties as a dynamic, agile and profitable
real estate development company. Other Interests: Sailing,
climbing, exploration, human and organizational development, past president of the American Alpine Club 2013.
Benny Shendo
President of Jemez Community Development Corporation
Jemez Pueblo
Benny “Junior” Shendo, is a true Native to New Mexico,
born to Benny and Margaret Shendo, Sr. of Jemez Pueblo,
he is one of eight siblings and a relative to hundreds! He
attended University of Colorado, Boulder and got his Bachelor of Science in Business in 1987. He was Assistant Dean of
Students at Stanford University from 1994 to 1997, became
the Senior Manager of Native American Programs at the University of New Mexico from 1997 to 2004, and is currently
the President of the Jemez Community Development Corporation. He was also 2nd Lt. Governor of Pueblo of Jemez in
1998 and was 1st Lt. Governor of Jemez in 2002 and 2009.
Ward Simpson
Principal
Rider Levett Bucknall
Ward Simpson is responsible for Rider Levett Bucknall’s project management division in North America. He has 39 years’
experience in all facets of project management throughout
the United States, for hospitality, tribal, educational, public,
residential, technology, and research projects. Ward’s expertise includes strategizing complicated projects, programming, developing management plans, facility assessment,
project management, design, and cost control services.
Ward’s experience in hospitality/Indian gaming projects
dates back to 1999, when he acted as director of project
management Phase 1 of the $125 million Sandia Pueblo
Casino development in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The client then extended his project management responsibilities
to cover the Sandia Pueblo Hotel/ Conference Center/Golf
Course and Clubhouse phase of the project in 2004. Since
that first project, Ward has worked similar projects ranging
in value from $40 million to $400 million. Ward is currently
providing owner’s representative services, along with Steve
Davis of Summit Project Management (SPM), on behalf of
the Tohono O’odham Gaming Enterprise for the new $400
million state-of-the-art Resort/Casino in Glendale, Arizona.
Kevin Soloman
Sales Representative
Exerplay, Inc.
Kevin Solomon I spent my early career managing Arizona
Lawn Tek Landscaping from 1983-2000. Joined the city of
Goodyear as the parks foreman then became parks supervisor from 2000-2006. From there I worked for Landscape
Structures (LSI ) as field services manager for the west region covering Las Vegas and Arizona. Shortly after became
LSI’s community build project manager with over 100 builds.
Joined Exerplay, Inc. in 2011 as Field Services Rep and subsequently moved in to sales. Exerplay is the exclusive Arizona rep for LSI. I am now one of Exerplay’s top producers.
James Spillane
Informatics & Applications PM
Sitnasuak Health Solutions
James Spillane is a Clinical Informaticist and Project Manager for Sitnasuak Health Solutions. Mr. Spillane has extensive
knowledge in leveraging Health IT and electronic health
records. As a trained Institute for Healthcare Improvement
Advisor James uses system thinking and design approaches
to ensure quality health care delivery. He provides training
to leadership, providers and care teams on an evidencebased Patient Centered improvement model and design
which simultaneously improves population health and improves patient experience, while reducing per capita cost
of care for the community. Goals for Tribal Health Facilities
Development: Utilize best practices to improve the design
and delivery of the highest quality health care for all Native
Americans.
Damian Torres
Hyperlinking Product Specialist
ARC Document Solutions
Damian Torres, Hyperlinking Product Specialist, employee
of ARC Document Solutions since 2005. Over the past 10
years, Damian has worked in various ARC departments,
from delivery driver to now being an ARC Tech Adviser for
the Hyperlinking Services Dept. and ARC’s new AEC project
management tool, SkySITE.
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100
Department of Navajo Housing Authority
Vicki Nez
Government and Public Relations
vnez@hooghan.org
104
TAMKO Building Products, Inc.
Scott Morgan
Territory Manager
scott_morgan@tamko.com
101
Del Sol Group, LLC
NoelleSanders
Principal
nsanders@groupdelsol.com
105
ASTA Roofing & Construction, LLC
Tim Young
Owner
tim.young@astajv.com
102
NEZ/FCI Constructors
ShirleyBarker
Marketing Coordinator
sbarker@fciol.com
107
United National Indian Tribal Youth, Inc. (UNITY)
Mary Kim Titla
Executive Director
mk.titla@unityinc.org
103
SPS+ Architects
Lindsay McClure
Director of Business Development
lindsay@spsplusarchitects.com
200
Kitchell Contractors
Kari McCormick
Director Client Services
kmccormick@kitchell.com
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The PENTA Building Group
Tim Putnam
Marketing Manager
tputnam@pentabldggroup.com
303
Kautaq Construction Services LLC
Margaret Nelson
Commercial, Business Development Director
margaret.nelson@uicalaska.com
202
The Home Depot
Lyn Alvarado
Marketing Manager
lyn_alvarado@homedepot.com
304
Encompass Architects, p.c.
Tammy Eagle Bull
President
Tammy@encompassarch.com
203
Palomar Modular Buildings LLC
Leo Kamerbeek
Business Development
lkamerbeek@palomarmodular.com
305
Brycon Corporation
Deborah Breitfeld
Business Development Director
dbreitfeld@brycon.com
204
Business Environments
DonnaPoisson
Senior Account Manager
dpoisson@businessenvironments.com
306
Division of Energy & Mineral Development
Amanda Ayala
Geological Engineer
dema.martinez@bia.gov
205
Shephard-Wesnitzer, Inc.
Bree Purdy
Marketing Coordinator
bpurdy@swiaz.com
400
Arviso/Okland Construction JV
Brianne Arviso
Project Engineer
brianne.arviso@okland.com
401
Desert Diamond Casinos
EileenStarace
eileens@simginc.com
206
Samsung HVAC
Vince Fuentez
Regional Commercial Manager
vincef@quietside.com
207
Navajo FlexCrete Building Systems Inc.
Mark Eliason
Sales & Marketing
meliason@navajoflexcrete.com
300
SRP
301
JCJ Architects
302
CADsoft Consulting
Mary Macdonald
Director of Marketing
mary.macdonald@cadsoft-consult.com
402
ARCADIS
Tim Brand
Associate Vice President
tim.brand@arcadis-us.com
404
Travois
LaurenWendlandt
Architect
nativespaces@travois.com
405
Navajo Times Publishing Company
VernonYazzie
Advertising/Sales Manager
vernon@navajotimes.com
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