Poarch Creek Indians Hosted USET Tribal Utility Summit, Showcasing Collaboration and Culture
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The Poarch Creek Indians recently welcomed Tribal leaders and utility professionals from across Indian Country for the 15th United South and Eastern Tribes (USET) Tribal Utility Summit, an event focused on strengthening infrastructure, sustainability, and collaboration among Native communities.
As the host Tribe, Poarch Creek provided a unique blend of professional development and cultural immersion during the multi-day conference. Attendees toured Wind Creek Casino & Hotel, experienced the vibrant Southeastern Indian Festival, and explored the Poarch Creek Reservation, gaining firsthand insight into the Tribe’s commitment to progress and preservation of not only its utilities, but overall governmental operations.
The summit brought together representatives from multiple Tribes, reinforcing the importance of partnership in advancing essential services like water, energy, and environmental stewardship. Through shared knowledge and networking during the conference sessions, participants worked toward innovative solutions that will benefit Tribal nations for generations to come.
The Poarch Creek Indians were honored to host this year’s summit, further strengthening bonds within USET (United South and Eastern Tribes) and reaffirming their dedication to supporting Native communities.
“We are incredibly grateful to the Poarch Creek Indians for their warm hospitality and dedication in hosting this year’s USET conference,” said Jane Wilson, Program Manager, USET. “Their commitment to preserving culture, fostering collaboration, and strengthening Tribal Nations has created an inspiring and welcoming environment for all attendees. We appreciate their generosity and the opportunity to gather on their land to share knowledge, build connections, and work toward a stronger future together.”