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Leadership

Our Team

Our team is committed to serving Native individuals, families, and communities across Montana with respect, integrity, and cultural understanding. We are here to support your goals and connect you with resources that strengthen opportunities for success. Guided by a shared commitment to tribal sovereignty and urban Native excellence, our leadership team works tirelessly to create pathways for education, career growth, and community empowerment.

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Our Leadership & Team 

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Dr. Cheri Kicking Woman 

Executive Director 

Amskapi Piikuni (Blackfeet)

Email: Cheri@muia74.org

Phone: 406-315-3413 opt. 1

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Rochelle DeRoche

WIOA Counselor & Administrative Assistant  

Serves: Great Falls, Missoula, Helena & Butte 

Amskapi Piikuni (Blackfeet)

Email: Rochelle@muia74.org

Phone: 406-315-3413 opt. 2 

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Chari Little Dog

WIOA Counselor 

Serves: Billings & Bozeman 

Amskapi Piikuni (Blackfeet) & Pueblo 

Email: Chari_ld@muia74.org

Phone: 406-315-3413 opt. 3

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Alysa La Plante

Office Assistant 

Amskapi Piikuni (Blackfeet) 

Email: muia.greatfalls@gmail.com

Phone: 406-315-3413

Our Board of Directors

The Montana United Indian Association's Board of Directors is composed of dedicated leaders who bring Tribal knowledge, professional expertise, and a shared commitment to advancing opportunities for Native communities throughout Montana.

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Brad Hall

Chair

Donnie Wetzel Jr.

Blackfeet

Vice Chair

Amanda Morning Star

Blackfeet

Treasurer

Samantha Iron Shirt

Secretary

Blackfeet

Blackfeet

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Patty Boggs

Secretary Clerk

Blackfeet

Francis Onstad

Member

Blackfeet

Ti Neff

Member

Arapahoe

Volunteer With MUIA

Support our Native clients by leading career workshops, helping at community events, or providing office assistance. Your time and expertise can make a lasting difference in our community.

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