3rd Annual Tribal Leadership Conference

3rd Annual Tribal Leadership Conference

May 13, 2026

June 1-4, 2026 | Gila River Resorts & Casinos – Wild Horse Pass | Chandler, AZ

REDW Advisors & CPAs is proud to join tribal leaders, executives, and key decision-makers at the 3rd Annual Tribal Leadership Conference, hosted by the Tribal Leadership Council (TLC)—a nonprofit dedicated to continuing education and leadership development for tribal leaders and executives across Indian Country.

This conference brings together the people making critical governance, financial, and operational decisions for their tribal communities—precisely the audience our National Tribal Practice team is built to serve. We’re honored to attend as a Gold Sponsor and to participate both as exhibitors and as session presenters.

Find REDW at the Conference

Stop by Booth #23 to connect with members of our National Tribal Practice team, ask questions, and learn how REDW’s wide array of integrated services can support your tribe’s goals. At this event, we’ll be highlighting four key areas of expertise:

  • Human Resources Consulting
  • Audit & Assurance
  • Client Advisory & Accounting Services
  • Technology Solutions

Don’t Miss our Speaking Sessions

REDW team members will be lending their expertise to several educational sessions at this year’s conference, covering topics that directly impact tribal governance, financial management, workforce strategy, and operations.

“Modern Tools to Empower Leadership: Data Visualization, Dashboarding, and Asset Management”
Wednesday, June 3, 10:15 – 11:45 am
Tom Thornton – Principal, Technology Solutions

Tom Thornton

“Successful Tribal Cannabis Operations”
Wednesday, June 3, 10:15 – 11:45 am
Brian Wandel – Audit Senior Manager

Brian Wandel

“Where Sovereignty Meets the Workplace: Law, Policy, People, and Practice”
Wednesday, June 3, 10:15 – 11:45 am
Taryn Reynolds – Senior HR Consultant

Taryn Reynolds

“Leading with Equity: Establishing Fair Compensation Frameworks for Elected Officials and Enterprise Board of Directors”
Wednesday, June 3, 2:15 – 3:15 pm
Karla Bylund – Tribal HR Consulting Principal & Rachel Overmier –
Compensation Consulting Manager

Karla Bylund & Rachel Overmier

“Enterprises – Building Beyond”
Wednesday, June 3, 3:30 – 4:30 pm
Marcus Benally – Senior Manager, Client Advisory & Accounting Services

Marcus Benally

About REDW’s National Tribal Practice

REDW Advisors & CPAs has been a trusted partner to tribal nations for over four decades. Our National Tribal Practice team delivers specialized expertise across audit & assurance, advisory & accounting, HR consulting, technology solutions, and more—serving tribal governments, enterprises, gaming operations, and health programs with the depth and integrity they deserve.

We look forward to seeing you at the 3rd Annual Tribal Leadership Conference. Come find us at our exhibit booth, attend one of our sessions, and let’s talk about how we can support your tribe’s mission!

Recent Posts