Judi gaiashkibos, will be representing the Central Plains Region. Ms. gaiashkibos serves as the Executive Director of the Nebraska Commission on Indian Affairs and regularly works on critical tourism projects that are specifically targeted towards encouraging tourism for their Native communities. She is incredibly passionate about the work she does in the State of Nebraska to advocate for Native people and issues and excited to bring that passion and excitement to the AIANTA Board to focus on tourism efforts. She has honed a unique skillset through her work at the Commission as well as through her service on numerous Boards and Advisory Committees that are in line with AIANTA’s mission.