Michael Ross Email & Phone Number

Kirkland, Wa, Us

Snoqualmie, Washington, United States

Engage directly with other governmental agencies (Tribal, State, and Federal ) and non-profit organizations that impact the Snoqualmie Tribe’s inherent sovereign rights. Actively involved in community outreach and education about the Snoqualmie Tribe’s cultural, traditional, and natural resources in and around the tribe’s ancestral lands. Monitor and analyze legislation, policy, and procedural rulemaking that may affect the tribe. Assist in protecting and preserving lands/waterways of significance to the Snoqualmie Tribe as directed by Tribal Leadership.

Seattle, Washington, United States

With the Resource Amplification and Management Program (RAMP-up) we build the capacity of entrepreneurial leaders in both our students and our local small businesses. Our business clients are referred to us through community partners and we prioritize Black business owners relocating or remaining in the in the Central Area of Seattle. We as Client Account Managers support the business for at least a year with wraparound services that include creating financial statements, forensic accounting, marketing, website creation, loan applications, operational development, hiring, project management, referrals to service providers, and connections to on-campus resources.

Seattle, Washington, United States

Bachelors degree in Business Management.

United States

Student representative appointed to the Board of Trustees committee on Mission, Inclusion, and Culture. The Seattle University's Board of Trustees approved the formation of the Mission, Inclusion, and Culture Committee whose responsibilities will include oversight and support for matters involving mission, campus culture, and the University’s inclusive excellence and diversity initiatives.

Covington, Washington, United States

Cozy Camperz is a small local Camper Van Rental business based in the beautiful Pacific Northwest. We are dedicated to great customer service and environmental stewardship. We have decided to give back 2% of all net profit to local organizations that help protect and maintain our public lands, sacred sites, and recreational areas.

Snoqualmie Valley

- Appointed by a majority vote of the members of the association to Vice president in 2018 and then subsequently appointed to succeed as President of the association in 2019. - SVGA is a governance association comprised of all the cities, municipalities, and the sole tribal government located in the geographical region of the Snoqualmie valley.- This includes the cities of Snoqualmie, North Bend, Carnation, Duvall, and Monroe. Two school districts the Riverview School District and the Snoqualmie Valley School District. Last but surely not least the only Tribal Government located in the Snoqualmie Valley the Snoqualmie Tribe.

Snoqualmie, Washington

Council appointed position serving the tribal citizens and tribal council members.Serving as Vice Chairman is an appointed position by the tribal council members for a one-year term.• I was appointed by my peers on council in 2018 as the youngest ever Snoqualmie Tribal Council Vice Chair. I was subsequently appointed again in 2019 for another one-year term.• I served the Tribal Council and the Chairman in conducting council meetings per Robert's Rules of Order.• I was present at most events to speak on behalf of the tribe and in the absence of the Chairman.• Worked closely with the government relations department and the Chairman during government to government consultations with tribal, state, and federal agencies.

Snoqualmie, Wa

Public Servant for the people, of the great Snoqualmie Tribe. Served on many executive and advisory committees some of which are below; SEA Board- May 2016 - May 2020 (4 years) Served on the Snoqualmie Entertainment Authority Board directly supervising CEO and CFO of the Snoqualmie Casino, meeting weekly to conduct business. Approving all hiring/firing of key management level positions, approving all contracts in excess of a set amount, annual casino budget review and approval.Snoqualmie Indian TribeFederal Affairs Working Group- FocalJun 2018 - May 2020 (2 years)• Worked to fight for important legislation around sacred sites, reaffirmation of the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA), Savannah's act, fairness for tribes around the Land into Trust process, religious freedoms reform to protect sacred American Indian sites, hydropower bills, Cares act amendments that included 8 billion dollars in assistance to tribes effected by the Covid-19 pandemic.Snoqualmie Casino Expansion Working Group-FocalJun 2017 - May 2020 (3 years)• A group created by Tribal Council to further the progress of constructing the preliminarily approved expansion for the Snoqualmie Casino.• During my time as Focal of the working group we were able to conduct an updated feasibility study, conduct a private national search for a new architect firm to lead the design team, and hire a competent owners' representative to assist the working group and architectural firm uphold the interests of the Snoqualmie Tribal Council.Investment committee ChairMar 2017 - May 2020 (3 years, 3 months)The Investment committee was created to comply with council direction in regards to revitalizing the tribe's investment portfolio.• Subsequently more than quadrupling a once modest investment portfolio with low risk highly rated bonds and stocks in just 2 years.

Enforcement, auditing, and licensing for the Snoqualmie Gaming Commission.

High levels of customer service and interaction. Basic slot machine repair. Money handling for payment of jackpots for guests.

Costumer service, and to protect the assests and guests of the Snoqualmie casino.

Bachelor Of Business Administration - Bba, Business Administration And Management, General

Activities and Societies: Appointed Student Representative on the Board of Trustees Committee for Mission, Inclusion, and Culture.

Leading People And Investing In Building Sustainable Communities

A joint venture with NCAI, AFAO Canada, and Harvard Business school in educating Tribal leaders about responsible investing for long term.

Associate Of Business, Business Administration And Management, General