About Us

Advancing Tribal Enterprise and Economic Sovereignty

our Mission Statement

Promote the viability of the Samish Indian Nation into the future through progressive diversified tribal and individual enterprises to generate the revenues to support Tribal efforts that improve quality of life and create opportunities for all Tribal members.

our values

To ensure the health, wealth, education and security of the Samish Indian Nation membership, thus preserving, protecting and promoting our culture and traditions for generations to come.

Apply For the board

eligiblity

Eligibility
✓  Enrolled tribal member
✓  18 years or older
✓  No conflicting board seats with competing enterprises
✓  Willing to complete a background and financial disclosure review

About the commitment

Terms & commitment
✓  3-year appointed term, renewable
✓  Board meets monthly, plus quarterly strategy sessions
✓  Appointment made by Samcor
✓  Compensation: stipend per meeting

Application process

✓  submit your Application below
✓  interview with current board member
✓  Appointment made by Samcor
✓  begin serving term if appointed

our goals

  • Goal 1: Operate Samcor Inc.
  • Goal 2: Operate & Improve Existing Samcor-owned Businesses
  • Goal 3: Develop and/or Acquire New Businesses
  • Goal 4: Assist Tribal Entrepreneurs
  • Goal 5: Assist & coordinate with all other Samish Indian Nation economic activities.

Diverse, Sustainable Tribal Enterprises

  • Samish Owned Businesses
  • cultural preservation
  • economic sovereignty
  • Community well-being
  • respectful partnerships
  • personalized service

supporting our community

  • Promoting Tribal enterprise and Supporting local business growth
  • Uplifting Samish citizens through Lasting, meaningful opportunities
  • Honoring culture while actively fostering environmental stewardship