Native Americans
Native Americans, also known as American Indians, Indigenous Americans, or First Nations people, are the original inhabitants of the present-day United States. This diverse and culturally rich group encompasses numerous tribes, each with its own unique languages, traditions, and histories. Native American societies thrived across the continent long before the arrival of European settlers.
Their history is marked by a deep connection to the land, with many tribes relying on sustainable practices such as agriculture, hunting, and gathering. Native American cultures are characterized by a strong sense of community, spirituality, and a rich oral tradition that preserves their stories and wisdom.
Hope and transformational leadership keynote speaker Molly Kawahata equips organizations to harness the science of hope to drive culture change, innovation, and collective action for a better future.
- The Hope Whisperer
Community organizer and justice leader Se-ah-dom Edmo advances tribal sovereignty, racial equity, and social justice through policy reform, coalition-building, and Indigenous-centered leadership.
- Social Justice
Indigenous chef and food sovereignty advocate Sean Sherman revitalizes pre-colonial Native food systems, advancing health, cultural resilience, and sustainable Indigenous agriculture through ancestral culinary knowledge.
- The Sioux Chef
NASA rocket scientist turned keynote speaker, Olympia LePoint empowers audiences to overcome fear, embrace innovation, and safely harness AI for a bold future.
- Former NASA Scientist