It’s February already? How did that happen? Before we get too much farther into the new year, let’s look back at five of our most popular Dreamcatcher blog posts from 2013.
If you’re a new subscriber, our blog is broadly focused on housing and economic development in American Indian, Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian communities. We like to share everything from important updates about our clients’ projects (grand openings are our favorite!) to advocacy efforts you can get involved with and even some behind-the-scenes at our office. We also like to share our space with industry professionals who pass along their expertise and knowledge to you.
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These blog posts from 2013 (Top 5 in reverse order) deserve a second look:
5. We are proud to display artwork by indigenous artists and craftspeople at our office. Hello Art, a nonprofit organization in Kansas City, hosted a reception back in November at our office for First Fridays, and more than 300 people attended to check out the artwork and our solar panels: KC art lovers explore the Travois office.
4. Did you attend our 13th Annual Indian Country Housing & Economic Development Conference in September in Kansas City? Check out this summary of events and photos – there’s even a video! The delicious smell of barbeque and funnel cake is still ingrained in my memory: Laughing and learning at the 13th Annual Travois Conference.
3. Compliance Manager Crystal Banks-Mann shares the talents of two staff members of the Colville Indian Housing Authority in Washington: Stories behind the beautiful beading from the Colville Reservation.
2. Crystal does it again! She interviewed her favorite Native artist Jeffrey Veregge and showed off some of his work that combines traditional imagery and super heroes: Everyday hero: Interview with Jeffrey Veregge. (His work “Race For a Cause” is the featured image of this blog post.)
1. Lance Morgan, CEO of Ho-Chunk Inc., the tribal development corporation of the Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska shared his expertise on building on past economic development successes: Join effort to keep federal contracting a vital Indian Country opportunity.
Did you have a favorite post from 2013? Tell us below!