Growing up outside the Poarch Creek Reservation in Fort Myers, Florida, Christina Flint-Lowe was raised by parents who embodied the values of hard work, independence, and family unity. Her family provided the foundation for a life guided by personal responsibility, compassion, and perseverance. That same foundation would become the bedrock of a life dedicated to service—first in healthcare, then in the federal government, and now in Tribal leadership.

With over 22 years of experience in the healthcare field and 15 years dedicated to serving Veterans through the Veterans Health Administration (VHA), her journey into Tribal Government has felt like a natural progression of a lifetime spent in public service. 

After earning a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from the University of Florida in 2003, she quickly advanced her studies, becoming a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner by 2007.  She went on to complete a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) in 2014 and later earned a Master’s in Native American Leadership in 2020 from Southeastern Oklahoma State University.

From her early days as a floor nurse to becoming a team lead in geriatrics at the VHA, her career has been marked by leadership, resilience, and innovation. A proud moment came in 2024 when she was selected as the keynote speaker at the National Association of VA Hematology/Oncology conference in Atlanta—an honor that symbolized the culmination of decades of dedication.

Today, she serves as an At-Large Member on the Tribal Council, where she’s already actively engaging by serving on the Utilities Board, Health Legislative Committee, and Community Services Committee. Elected to this role in May 2025, her leadership style is hands-on and team-oriented. She believes in doing the hard work, fixing broken systems, and ensuring we’re always moving the mission forward.  Guided by the principles of servant leadership, she remains focused on putting the needs of others first.

Her recent role as the 2023–2024 Poarch Creek Senior Adult Princess helped deepen her connection to the community and cultural traditions of the Tribe. Today, she remains actively involved in cultural offerings and educational programs through the Tribal Museum and Cultural Department.

As she begins this new chapter on Tribal Council, she is eager to learn, collaborate, and serve. “I look forward to meeting with Tribal Government divisions, understanding the current challenges, and working with our experts to become a strong and effective voice for our people, ” said Flint-Lowe.  

Her leadership journey is one of purpose, perseverance, and deep-rooted love for her community—a testament to what’s possible when service meets calling. This vision for the future is rooted in a balance between economic prosperity and cultural preservation. She envisions a decade of continued success powered by economic innovation, while simultaneously fostering the cultural endurance of the Tribe for generations to come.

“My long-term goal is to help craft a 10-year plan that builds on our previous achievements, supports economic stability, and uplifts the health and success of our Tribal Citizens.”

To aspiring leaders, she offers sincere wisdom: “Pursue leadership for the right reasons. It requires a servant mindset, sacrifice, and doing work that may never be publicly recognized. But know that your presence, your voice, and your efforts matter—and you’ve been placed in that position for a reason.”