Colleen Echohawk weaves personal history, resilience, and creativity into a powerful call to honor Native stories and design a more inclusive future.
In this inspiring talk, Colleen Echohawk shares her journey as a proud Pawnee woman, advocate, and creative leader. From her father’s affirmations of her identity to her groundbreaking work as CEO of Eighth Generation, Colleen reflects on the resilience of Native communities and the ongoing mission to illuminate their presence in American culture. She dives into her experiences building homes for vulnerable populations, running for mayor, and creating a platform for authentic Native art and design. Through her stories, Colleen invites us to embrace boldness, creativity, and inclusion to honor the past and shape a more just future.
About the speaker
Colleen Echohawk joined Eighth Generation as CEO in January 2022, bringing over twenty years of experience in leadership, community development, and activism to the Native-owned business. Heavily involved in Seattle's public art and design spheres, she uses her platform to build a community centered on justice and reconciliation.
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