In this episode of "Magic in the Room," Chris interviews board members from the National Native American Human Resources Association (NNAHRA) discussing the power of purpose-driven leadership within tribal organizations. Recorded at the NNAHRA annual conference, they explore themes like courage, vulnerability, accountability, community service, and fostering environments where all employees feel valued and able to contribute. They share how NNAHRA builds a supportive professional network for tribal HR leaders, encourages alignment between individual roles and tribal purpose, and creates space for courageous conversations across governance and enterprise structures. They also discuss future initiatives, including new certifications and the 2026 conference at the Hilton Village in Hawaii. The overarching message: lead with purpose, support one another, and build cultures rooted in respect, courage, and shared responsibility.

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Learn more about NNAHRA: https://nnahra.org/

This episode of Magic in the Room was recorded on-site at Pechanga Casino and Resort in Temecula, California

Music by Evan Grim. Find his music on Apple Music.

In this episode of "Magic in the Room," Luke Freeman sits down with Mike Day, founder and CEO of Tribal Hub. This episode explores the rapidly evolving landscape of tribal technology leadership, focusing on unique challenges and opportunities in tribal enterprises. They unveil the new Certified Tribal Technology Practitioner program, designed to close skill gaps in both technical proficiency and essential soft skills for aspiring and seasoned technology leaders in tribal contexts. Hear insights on building effective teams, coaching, strategic communication, and the importance of understanding tribal culture, sovereignty, and self-sufficiency. Learn how this hands-on certification, from industry assessment to personal development plans and one-on-one coaching, aims to empower leaders to drive transformational change in their organizations. Discover more about the inaugural program at tribalhub.com and why investing in people is key to sustaining vibrant tribal communities.

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Learn more about TribalHub and the CTTP Certification: https://tribalhub.com

This episode of Magic in the Room was recorded on-site in Placerville, California

Music by Evan Grim. Find his music on Apple Music.

In this episode of "Magic in the Room," hosts Luke and Chris are joined by Sara Hardwick of Giftology to explore the concept of Return on Relationship. They discuss how investing in authentic, intentional relationships, both internally within teams and externally with clients and partners, can drive loyalty and long-term business outcomes. Sara shares her journey into the world of strategic gifting and highlights the philosophy behind Giftology, including the power of delight, personalized systems of care, and the importance of playing the long game in leadership and marketing. The conversation also introduces the Rich Relationship Society, a community built to help leaders implement these practices in meaningful ways.

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Follow Sara: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahardwick/

Learn more about Giftology: https://giftologygroup.com/

Giftology Book: https://www.amazon.com/Giftology-Increase-Referrals-Strengthen-Retention/dp/1619614332

This episode of Magic in the Room was recorded on-site in Bixby, Oklahoma

Music by Evan Grim. Find his music on Apple Music.