What responsibilities do you have as a tribal leader?

My responsibilities are mostly cultural, but I stay abreast of all areas within the tribe, including state and federal Indian legislation that may affect tribes.

How did your life experience prepare you to lead your nation?

In almost every job I have experienced, I have been a supervisor or director, and my experience as a state representative in Oklahoma allowed me the skills to survive politics in Indian Country.

Who inspired you as a mentor?

Father and Mother. Both worked their full lives and were elected officials in county government and tribal government. Father was former assistant principal chief of the Osage Nation

Are you a descendant of a historical leader? If so who?

Great-Grandfather Andrew BigHorse, one of our leaders who helped transform the old ceremonials into ceremonial dance and the Native American Church.