TribalNet proudly announces the return of its Advisory Board for 2025, welcoming back experienced members along with a few new voices. This influential panel consists of tribal government officials, casino executives, and healthcare leaders, all committed to driving innovation and progress within tribal enterprises.
Each board member plays a vital role in shaping TribalNet’s agenda, ensuring discussions remain relevant, impactful, and forward-thinking. Their expertise will guide the themes and programming for TribalNet’s 26th Annual Conference & Tradeshow, set to take place September 15-18, 2025, at the Grand Sierra Resort in Reno, Nevada. This year’s gathering is expected to be the most dynamic yet, bringing together professionals navigating the evolving landscape of tribal technology and enterprise growth.
Shaping Conversations That Matter
“Being part of the TribalNet Advisory Board means having a hand in shaping conversations that matter most to tribes,” said Joseph Busby, Vice President of Finance at Sycuan Casino. “It’s not just about technology—it’s about connecting the dots between innovation, leadership, sovereignty, and self-determination.”
Board Structure and Key Leaders
TribalNet’s Advisory Board is divided into four specialized groups, each focusing on critical areas within tribal organizations:
Gaming & Hospitality Board Members:
- Virgil Debrosse – IT Sr. Account Manager, Chickasaw Nation
- Amy Gates – Director of IT, Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe of Michigan
- Tara Fisher – CIO, Isleta Resort & Casino
- John Ormond – Chief Information Technology Officer, Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Indians
- Richard Rader – CTO, Umpqua Indian Development & Seven Feathers Casino and Resort
- Ed Rangel – Director of IT Engineering, Pearl River Resort
- Bryant Santini – CIO, Casino Arizona & Talking Stick Resort
- Patrick Tinklenberg – VP of IT, Sycuan Casino
Government & Member Services Board Members:
- Christopher Abel – CIO/Director of IT, Citizen Potawatomi Nation
- Chris Frank – IT Director, Quinault Indian Nation
- John Miller – IT Director of Government Services, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Paula Starr – CIO, Cherokee Nation Government
- Alan Walt – Director of IT, Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa
- George Wood – CIO, Mohegan Tribe
Health Information Management Board Members:
- Cassie Brown – Director of Clinical Informatics & IT, Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe-Health & Human Services
- Brian Johnston – Informatics Consultant, Health IT Modernization & Innovation, IHS Office of Information Technology
- Lisa Lyon – EHR Product Manager, Indian Health Service
- Leona Pippin – Director Enterprise Imaging Informatics, Cherokee Nation Health Services
- Sharon Postoak – IT Database/Application Administration Manager Health, Chickasaw Nation
- Brandy Russell – Technology and Analytics Officer, Muscogee (Creek) Nation Department of Health
- Andrea Scott – Deputy CIO/Deputy Director, Indian Health Service Office of IT
- Andrea Storm – Clinical Applications & Data Manager, IHS Office of IT
- Reese Weber – Chief Information Security & Privacy Officer, Indian Health Service, California Area Office
Leadership & Executive Board Members:
- Joseph Busby – Vice President of Finance, Sycuan Casino
- Conrad Granito – GM, Nisqually Red Wind Casino
- Dawn McGrady – CFO, Soaring Eagle Casino Resort & Saganing Eagles Landing Casino
- Hema Mohan – CFO, Chumash Casino & Resorts
- Travis O’Neil – CEO, Angels of the Winds Casino
- Trent Roberts – CFO, Global Gaming Solutions
Looking Ahead to the 2025 Conference
The TribalNet Advisory Board will convene several times throughout the year to finalize conference tracks, sessions, and speakers, ensuring that the content is timely, valuable, and beneficial for the TribalHub community. Stay tuned for upcoming announcements regarding the agenda and featured speakers.
For more details on TribalNet’s 26th Annual Conference & Tradeshow, visit TribalNet’s official website.
