Spears Business hosts record-breaking tribal summit

Oklahoma State University’s Spears School of Business and the Oklahoma Indian Gaming Association hosted the third annual Tribal Summit on March 6, attracting a record 286 registrants. The event featured 50 speakers, addressing issues such as leadership, workforce development, economic growth, and food sovereignty. Representatives from 23 tribes and 60 tribal businesses participated, with speakers traveling from multiple states. The summit underscored the importance of tribal economic development and networking. The next Tribal Summit will take place in March 2026.