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Join Wes Benally, REDW Principal and National Tribal Practice Leader, for a one-to-one with Karletta Jones (Dine’), CPA, CIA—a true unicorn combination. Karletta is jumping on the podcast to talk about stewardship, the value of growing up immersed in Navajo culture, going after goals, and encountering adversity while pursuing higher education and CPA licensure. She is the Assistant Director, Financial Oversight with the W.A. Franke College of Business at Northern Arizona University.

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The path to becoming a CPA is no easy feat. As we celebrate Native American Heritage Month, join Wes Benally and Ryan Claw (Dine’) as they discuss what it takes to join the elite ranks of Certified Public Accountants. As REDW Principal and National Tribal Practice Leader, Wes understands the dedication required to establish a career in accounting and this episode is sitting down with Ryan Claw, Interim Executive Director of Treasury for Tohono O'odham Nation, to discuss  obstacles they overcame to become CPAs and succeed in a demanding field. Tune in to hear candid insights from leading accounting professionals as they reflect on their shared experiences and how the industry has changed over the years.  

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Are you on track for GASB 96 implementation and meeting compliance?
If you’re a tribal government entity using subscription-based software, your financial statements will soon be held to a whole new accounting standard: GASB 96 – Subscription-Based IT Arrangements (SBITAs). Are you ready to comply with the new accounting rules? Do you know what you need to do, and by when? 

Join hosts Wes Benally and Mike Dierlam as they answer top questions they received during their October 18 webinar covering the new software subscription accounting standard, GASB 96. Wes and Mike are unpacking some complexities in the new standard so you can comply with confidence.

• Haven't watched the webinar yet? View it on-demand here before tuning into this Q&A companion episode. 
• Questions on implementation? Contact us. We're standing by to help make implementing GASB 96 easier.

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2024 Update: The FEMA/CISA cybersecurity grant application process closed January 10th, 2024. What's the best way to prepare for future cybersecurity grant opportunities that are bound to come? Listen to our latest episode on cybersecurity funding for Tribal Nations.
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Is it time to strengthen your tribe's cybersecurity? On September 27th, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) announced the funding of a new grant—the Tribal Cybersecurity Grant Program (TCGP)— to aid tribal leaders in protecting their communities against the risk and consequences of cyber-attacks.

Join host Wes Benally as he speaks with cybersecurity expert Brian Grayek about this new federal grant opportunity for Tribal Nations. With an urgent deadline of January 10, 2024, the Department of Homeland Security's Tribal Cybersecurity Grant Program provides $18.2 million in funding for tribes to enhance the security of their IT infrastructure and systems. Eligible grant applicants meeting the definition of a Federally Recognized Tribal Government must have submitted their Grant Application, received feedback from FEMA and CISA on required changes, and submitted those changes back before 5 pm ET on the January 10 deadline.

Wes and Brian discuss key details Tribes need to know about eligibility, requirements, the application process and more for this vital program aimed at strengthening cyber defenses in Indian Country. Tune in to gain insights and get your questions answered about this time-sensitive grant. Or get straight down to business and contact us today to setup a free 20-min consultation.

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The 47th Annual National Native American Human Resources Association (NNAHRA) Conference is right around the corner!
 
It’s time to level-up from posting a job position and crossing your fingers. What more can HR recruiters in Indian Country do to land top job candidates? From applications to negotiating counteroffers and onboarding promising new hires—everyone in the world of HR is feeling the pressure to deliver. Through REDW’s extensive work in recruiting, our HR Consulting group has developed some fine-tuned expertise in placing exceptional candidates and advising HR leaders on getting job candidates smoothly and happily through the hiring process.

In this insightful episode, a dynamic trio of REDW experts dive into the world of recruitment and key strategies to be unveiled at NNAHRA’s (sold out) 47th Annual Conference. Conference attendees won’t want to miss REDW at the show! Attend our presentation on 9/25, "The 2023 Recruiting Conundrum - Tips and Tricks," look out for our friendly team members sporting vibrant neon vests that read “Emotional Support Human” and stop by our booth to sign up for a free professional chair massage. —You read that right. We’re not just here to talk business, we’re here to help you find solutions to your most important HR struggles and take a load off. You deserve it!

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• Learn more about REDW’s transformative HR Consulting services at redw.com/hrc.
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What steps can you take to improve cash flow management at your organization? Maximizing financial potential can feel overwhelming once you dive into the ins and outs of all your transactions. Where do you start? And what should your end-goal be?

In this episode, Wes Benally and Chris Henderson are following up to our previous episode on working capital with a discussion on practical strategies for managing cash flow in today's challenging business landscape. From optimizing collections to prioritizing payments effectively, forecasting cash flow to controlling expenses— financial decision-makers for Tribal-run businesses won't want to miss this episode. Tune in!

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It's a question we get a lot, "How does my business measure up against competitors?" While the answer usually earns us more glazed looks than donuts, we're determined to show you how effective management of your working capital and cash flow is important as a business leader and could lay the foundation for a much needed game-change.  

Ready to learn how better working capital management can help your business improve profitability? Don't miss part one of our business management episodes on working capital and cash flow with REDW Principal and National Tribal Practice Leader Wes Benally and Principal, Client Accounting and Advisory Services, Chris Henderson.

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What happens in Vegas doesn't always stay in Vegas. It is crucial for tribal gaming enterprises to begin to strategize and plan on how to document and test how to protect data, systems, and customers from cyber threats— and the Nevada Gaming Commission has laid out new cybersecurity regulations to ensure gaming operations are safeguarding data and reporting incidents. We are certain that these rules and regulations will roll into tribal gaming soon.

Join REDW National Tribal Practice Leader Wes Benally and IT & cybersecurity expert Brian Grayek for a discussion on the critical topic of cybersecurity for gaming operations and new cybersecurity requirements in Nevada.

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GASB, GASB, GASB! (Or should we say, SIGH?) If there’s one thing we know about governmental accounting standards it’s that things change.

This episode, REDW Principal and National Tribal Practice Leader Wes Benally and Audit & Assurance Principal Chris Bitakis are looking into future GASB implementations that will likely be affecting Tribal governments and enterprises. What will you need to consider to get ready for upcoming changes? Tune in to get in the loop on what’s around the corner and for insights on current reporting requirements.

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Mergers and acquisitions are known to have a high probability of failure. Are they worth the risk?

This episode, REDW Principal and National Tribal Practice Leader Wes Benally is discussing three primary reasons why prospective mergers or acquisitions fail with in-house valuation expert Braden McClintock, REDW Valuation & Related Financial Services Manager. From overpaying to overestimating and the post-merger integration process, Braden is laying out how to prevent buyer's remorse in M&A transactions with financial due diligence. Tune in to gain the expert perspective and learn how to make more informed decisions when the risk is high.

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