November 2026 Certified Tribal Technology Professional Program
Event Details
Format: In Person
Date: November 16–20, 2026
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The Certified Tribal Technology Professional (CTTP) event is a week-long, intensive program designed to provide professionals with a deeper understanding of the unique environment of tribal governments and tribal enterprises. Developed by experienced leaders who have worked closely with tribal governments, boards of directors, casino management teams, and technology departments, the curriculum delivers practical, real-world insights into the sovereign landscape of Indian Country.
Throughout the week, participants will gain a stronger understanding of tribal governance, leadership, technology priorities, decision-making processes, and the relationships that drive successful partnerships. Whether you work directly for a tribe, support tribal organizations, or provide solutions and services to tribal entities, this program equips you with the knowledge, confidence, and practical skills needed to build meaningful relationships and succeed in this dynamic and evolving environment.
Hotel Information
Sycuan Casino Resort
Address: 5469 Casino Way, El Cajon, CA 92019
Discounted hotel rate of $109/nt- deadline to book 11/2/2026, call (619) 445-6002, option 2 and mention the TribalHub CTTP program to get in the block
Why Attend
What You Can Expect:
Hands-on learning with TribalHub experts and partners who have decades of experience in tribal technology.
One-on-one mentorship and assessments tailored to your background and goals.
Leadership and technical development training to grow your career.
A personalized plan that helps you define your next steps in tech.
Certification that means something — recognized across Indian Country.
Who Should Attend
Tech professionals working at tribes/enterprises, at all levels
IT leaders looking to formalize their experience
Emerging tech staff ready to move forward
Anyone working in technology across tribal government, health, gaming, or enterprises
Sessions
| Time | Session |
|---|---|
| Monday, November 16, 2026 | |
| 7:00am to 8:00am PST |
Program Check-in
. |
| 7:00am to 8:00am PST |
Breakfast on Behalf of TribalHub and Supporters
. |
| 8:00am to 8:30am PST |
Welcome, Introductions and Week Overview
. |
| 8:30am to 10:15am PST |
Leadership Starts Within - self-awareness for tribal technology leaders
. |
| 10:15am to 10:30am PST |
Recharge Break - coffee, sodas, stretch!
. |
| 10:30am to 11:30am PST |
Pre-Assessment(s) Review
. |
| 11:30am to 11:40am PST |
Brain Break
. |
| 11:40am to 12:10pm PST |
Walking with Purpose - individual goal setting for tribal impact
. |
| 12:10pm to 1:00pm PST |
Lunch on Behalf of TribalHub and Supporters
. |
| 1:00pm to 1:30pm PST |
Learn About and Leverage Your Important Resources
. |
| 1:30pm to 2:30pm PST |
Tribes By the Numbers and Tribal IT Structures + Four Common Tribe Verticals
. |
| 2:30pm to 2:40pm PST |
Brain Break
. |
| 2:40pm to 3:40pm PST |
What Does it Mean to Be a Technology Leader in a Tribal Organization?
. |
| 3:40pm to 3:50pm PST |
Recharge Break - coffee, sodas, stretch!
. |
| 3:50pm to 4:50pm PST |
The Technology Leadership Journey
. |
| 4:50pm to 5:00pm PST |
Key Takeaway - homework and daily wrap exercise
. |
| 5:00pm to 6:30pm PST |
Cocktail Hour on Behalf of TribalHub and Supporters
. |
| 6:30pm to 8:30pm PST |
Dinner on Own
. |
| Tuesday, November 17, 2026 | |
| 7:00am to 8:00am PST |
Breakfast on Own
. |
| 8:00am to 8:15am PST |
Warmup and Review
. |
| 8:15am to 9:30am PST |
Overview -12 pillars of successful tribal IT
. |
| 9:30am to 9:45am PST |
Recharge Break - coffee, sodas, stretch!
. |
| 9:45am to 10:45am PST |
Stakeholder Management and IT Strategy
. |
| 10:45am to 11:00am PST |
Brain Break
. |
| 11:00am to 12:15pm PST |
Thinking Big - connecting daily tech work to organizational strategy
. |
| 12:15pm to 1:00pm PST |
Lunch on Behalf of TribalHub and Supporters
. |
| 1:00pm to 3:00pm PST |
Get Your IT House In Order: core IT processes and workforce development
. |
| 3:00pm to 3:15pm PST |
Recharge Break - coffee, sodas, stretch!
. |
| 3:15pm to 4:30pm PST |
Effective Team Management - building trust, motivation, and innovation in tribal IT leadership
. |
| 4:30pm to 5:00pm PST |
Key Takeaway - homework and daily wrap exercise
. |
| 5:00pm to 8:30pm PST |
Dinner on Own
. |
| Wednesday, November 18, 2026 | |
| 7:00am to 8:00am PST |
Breakfast on Own
. |
| 8:00am to 8:15am PST |
Warmup and Review
. |
| 8:15am to 9:30am PST |
Budgeting and Capacity
. |
| 9:30am to 9:40am PST |
Recharge Break - coffee, sodas, stretch!
. |
| 9:40am to 10:40am PST |
Vendor Selection and Relationships
. |
| 10:40am to 10:50am PST |
Brain Break
. |
| 10:50am to 12:00pm PST |
Leadership Activity / Simulation
. |
| 12:00pm to 1:00pm PST |
Lunch on Behalf of TribalHub and Supporters
. |
| 1:00pm to 3:00pm PST |
Project Portfolio Management
. |
| 3:00pm to 3:15pm PST |
Recharge Break - coffee, sodas, stretch!
. |
| 3:15pm to 4:30pm PST |
Critical Communication Skills for Leaders
. |
| 4:30pm to 5:00pm PST |
Key Takeaway - homework and daily wrap exercise
. |
| 5:00pm to 8:30pm PST |
Dinner on Own
. |
| Thursday, November 19, 2026 | |
| 7:00am to 7:45am PST |
Breakfast on Own
. |
| 7:45am to 8:00am PST |
Warmup and Review
. |
| 8:00am to 9:30am PST |
Cybersecurity - keys to success in a tribe or tribal enterprise
. |
| 9:30am to 9:45am PST |
Recharge Break - coffee, sodas, stretch!
. |
| 9:45am to 10:45am PST |
Data and Analytics - data strategies that work
. |
| 10:45am to 11:00am PST |
Brain Break
. |
| 11:00am to 12:15pm PST |
Becoming a Thought Leader for Your Organization
. |
| 12:15pm to 1:00pm PST |
Working Lunch on Behalf of TribalHub and Supporters
. |
| 1:00pm to 6:00pm PST |
Personal Goal Review, Career Development Planning, and Individual Coaching Sessions
. |
| 6:30pm to 8:30pm PST |
Dinner offsite on Behalf of All Your Facilitators!
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| Friday, November 20, 2026 | |
| 7:00am to 7:30am PST |
Breakfast on Behalf of TribalHub and Supporters
. |
| 7:30am to 7:45am PST |
Warmup and Review
. |
| 7:45am to 8:45am PST |
Creating an Innovative and Transformative Technology Environment
. |
| 8:45am to 9:00am PST |
Recharge Break - coffee, sodas, stretch!
. |
| 9:00am to 10:00am PST |
Foundations of Productivity and Change Management
. |
| 10:00am to 10:15am PST |
Brain Break- last minute test readiness
. |
| 10:15am to 11:15am PST |
CTTP Certification Test
. |
| 11:15am to 11:30am PST |
Attendees Complete Training Exit Survey
. |
| 11:30am to 12:30pm PST |
Recognition, Graduation and What's Next
. |
Download PDF ScheduleMembership Means More
TribalHub members are a community of like-minded peers supporting a deeper purpose that together creates a positive difference for all tribes. Your TribalHub membership benefits you and your tribe, but you are now a part of something much bigger.
Tribal Government & Enterprise Membership is for technology and business leaders working at tribal governments, health centers, and enterprises while Associate Membership is for other organizations (vendors/suppliers, native-owned companies, and non-profits) working in and with the tribal market.
Register now to access the benefits of meeting with your peers in person!
(Vendors can only attend if they are sponsoring the event.)
Get more detailed information about the benefits of sponsoring the November 2026 Certified Tribal Technology Professional Program and how you can book your participation.