Strategic Planning and Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS)
Learn more about strategic planning and how CEDS activities impact economic development.
Introduction
Created in 2016 through the adoption of the USET Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS), the USET Office of Economic Development assists member Tribal Nations with the growth of economic and community development efforts. USET staff supports the work of healthy and vibrant Tribal economies through training and technical assistance opportunities, resource brokering, and research and data appraisals.
The USET Office of Economic Development understands that growing Tribal businesses means more people with jobs, new revenue sources for Tribal Nations, a more vibrant and resilient Tribal economy, and strengthening Tribal sovereignty.
Tribal Enterprise Directory
Tribal Enterprise Directory
See USET’s official Tribal Enterprise Directory.
Chris Thompson Economic Development Professional Excellence Award
Chris Thompson Economic Development Professional Excellence Award
The USET Board of Directors created this award in 2019 in recognition and appreciation of Tribal professionals and their innovation, dedication and contributions to economic development success in USET member Tribal Nation communities while promoting USET’s mission and statement of unity. Chris Thompson, past USET E...
Resources and Library
Resources and Library
Explore a list of resource organizations, partners, documents, and reports on Economic Development in Indian Country.
Latest Economic Development News
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Supporting Entrepreneurs During National Entrepreneur Week
Native people have been entrepreneurs since time immemorial. Since 2016, National Entrepreneurship Week (#NatlEshipWeek) is a congressionally chartered week dedicated to empowering entrepreneurship across the United States and brings together a network of partners to educate, engage, and build equitable access to America’s entrepreneurship ecosystem.
Oneida Indian Nation Capital Projects, Vendor and Team Member Investments Exceeded $700 Million in 2024
The Oneida Indian Nation recently announced a historic economic impact for 2024 with investments in its team members, capital projects and supply chain exceeding $700 million.
