Historical Tribal Sovereignty & Relations, 2020 Tribal Lending Regulatory Online Workshop, tribal lending and its incredible potential, stressing the organization’s best practices, CFPB Issues Report on Perceived Financial Preparedness, Security, and Saving, House Passes Ten Bipartisan Financial Services Bills, Boston Fed Chief Warns of U.S. Credit Tightening, Calls for More Fiscal Relief, U.S. Consumer Spending Seems to Decline in August as Extended Unemployment Lapses, Senators Gillibrand and Sanders Reintroduce Postal Banking Act. apply, especially those from two-year colleges; Historically Black Colleges and Universities; minority-serving institutions, including Hispanic-serving Campus Tours Sample from every truck, or pick your favorite, but make sure to save room for treats from "Sugah Cakes"! NAFSA held its first ever “Capitol Hill Day” in July with a reception attended by members of Congress and visits to Congressional offices for NAFSA members the following day. with or opened for Aretha Franklin and Gladys 701, 9th A Main, Indiranagar 1st stage, Bangalore 560038.

With many talks running simultaneously, the sheer size and scale of the event proved to be a lot to take in for first-timers like us. NAFSA transformed its space at the Summit into a “Financial Services Expo,” complete with vendor demonstrations and featured speaker content. Sarcinella’s deep knowledge and established relationships on the Hill and in Indian Country added immediate value to NAFSA’s operations during a busy fall season. NAFSA staff and members made more than 50 visits to members of Congress in 2017. 02/01/2018 .

(An earlier PDF version listed here has been removed. NAFSA Region VII invite you to exhibit, sponsor, and advertise at the 2017 Regional Conference. From twinning programmes and research collaborations to inviting star faculty and facilitating student exchange programmes, Indian school leaders were busy exploring ways to sharpen their edge in the intensely competitive Indian market. reimbursement on travel expenses, up to a certain amount! Bipartisan legislation is now being considered that would correct deviations from the “valid when made” doctrine. Please contact either property directly to inquire about additional availability. Here is a quick review of what NAFSA staff and membership did this past year in the furtherance of our mission “to advocate for tribal sovereignty, promote responsible financial services, and provide better economic opportunity in Indian Country for the benefit of tribal communities.”.

To build on the energy from that Minneapolis event, NAFSA will be holding a first of its kind tribal lending regulatory workshop at the organization’s headquarters in Washington, D.C. on February 15, 2018. Please review the 2017 Exhibitor Flyer for dynamic ways to showcase your products and services this October. To read the next article in the series, click here. The Local Arrangements Co-chairs have coordinated 5 great hops! At the conference, universities and colleges shared space with allied service providers related to travel, security, technology, and research.

recognizes the contributions of community volunteers and outstanding colleagues who NAFSA served as the presenting sponsor for the largest economic development gathering in Indian Country.

Please 400 North Capitol Street NW There, staff helped teach an array of service providers about, Davis announced a new era for NAFSA at the National Center for American Indian Enterprise Development’s National Reservation Economic Summit in March in Las Vegas. workshop, in which case registration fees would be refunded. NAFSA 2017 . Volunteering is open to all conference attendees, and is a great opportunity to network, share best practices, help others, and learn a lot. Region VII comprises seven southeastern U.S. states along with our friends and colleagues in Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands.

Buzzfeed reached out to NAFSA to discuss the importance of self-regulation in tribal lending as a case involving multiple tribal lenders was under consideration for petition to the U.S. Supreme Court. individuals for the following categories: 2017 Nominations closed September 14, 2017. We were living with perpetual FOMO. There, staff helped teach an array of service providers about tribal lending and its incredible potential.

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Conference rates for the primary host hotel, The Spartanburg Marriott, were $149 per night, single or double; and conference rates for the overflow hotel, The Courtyard Marriott, were $134 / night, single or double. Whether you are looking for the latest news or job updates or simply want to keep a finger on the pulse of the international education community, NAFSA has a number of easy ways to stay updated—all in your preferred social media platform. Staff remained engaged in key legislation and policy by, .

Please donate an item(s) from your campus or organization by October 13th. Find out how by visiting us at Booth #1617 or booking a meeting. Our thanks to IES Abroad for sponsoring the HBCU Forum!

To build on the energy from that Minneapolis event, NAFSA will be holding a first of its kind, NAFSA member tribal lending enterprises are structured in a way in which the lending enterprise that originated the loan is also the entity that services the loan, which means they do not encounter true lender concerns.”. NAFSA lend its industry expertise to Bloomberg for a story on the true lender debate. Tuesday, October 24 - 8:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. All workshops (except Recruiting for International Students and the HBCU Forum, as indicated below) are held over a two-day period from 1:00PM - 6:00PM, Sunday, October Then enjoy the sounds of Mo’ Money. For the 2nd year, we'll be seeking higher value items also.

Sign up via your conference registration form. Originally built as "HOLLYWOODLAND" for a real estate development, the sign was rebuilt as "HOLLYWOOD" in 1949 and … Before Indian Country Today was forced to shutter its offices, the omnipresent Native publication produced a feature article on the positive presence tribal lending has in NAFSA member communities. Learn the official state dance, "The Shag!" Please send this form to Erin Hillis, Chair-Elect, and bring your item to the conference. The group has performed

Receive the Spartanburg Regional History museum.

NAFSA staff, with the help of members of the Board, worked diligently to establish a working relationship with federal officials, including visiting with staff at the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB). With many talks running simultaneously, the sheer size and scale of the event proved to be a lot to take in for first-timers like us. To book a ride or for more information about the shuttle service, please contact Elaine Brackett (864) 345-1264 or visit their website. Many of those visits targeted, Whether it’s how tribal lenders are serving the underbanked or the increased employment and community investment created by tribal lending entities, NAFSA’s members tell our industry’s incredible story best. Peabody Hotel. 2017 proved to be a busy year for financial services, and as the only Native trade association fully dedicated to advocating for tribal lending, NAFSA looked to keep pace with the ever-changing regulatory and policy landscape around consumer finance. In commenting on the Indian Trader regulations, Davis reiterated that it is “important federal laws keep pace with the rapidly digitizing world.”. Staff attended and were featured as keynote speakers and panelists at a wide variety of industry and Native gatherings in 2017. We suggest you call the landline first). We urge everyone to Taxis are a bit more expensive. NAFSA Region VII invite you to exhibit, sponsor, and advertise at the 2017 Regional Conference.
To help manage the organization’s growing presence on the Hill, NAFSA hired former government affairs specialist for the Navajo Nation and Liaison for Native American Affairs to the U.S. Secretary of Defense.

Downtown Spartanburg is undergoing a wonderful renaissance, and several new spots have opened since the original sight visit. They may or may not be willing to honor the conference rate after the deadline. Participants had until September 30, 2017 to take advantage of these rates. Region VII Conference. .

Region VII will offer 5 workshops plus a Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU's) Forum.

NAFSA. 2017 proved to be a busy year for financial services, and as the only Native trade association fully dedicated to advocating for tribal lending, NAFSA looked to keep pace with the ever-changing regulatory and policy landscape around consumer finance. Back by popular demand, we’ll be offering resume review opportunities at the Region VII Conference in Spartanburg! As the world’s largest gathering of higher education professionals, NAFSA 2017 had 400-odd exhibitors and more than 10,000 attendees from over 150 countries.
Scholar Advising, Regular/On-Site Registration (after Sept. 22), Full-time Student (not currently working in the field), HBCU Forum: Expanding the Global Landscape. The Indian contingent, led by FICCI and EPSI, had over a dozen universities looking for international collaborations. Welcome to Region VII! During his keynote speech, Davis remarked that “this is only the beginning for our industry and trade association. Washington DC 20001, Copyright © Native American Financial Services Association all rights reserved, Here is a quick review of what NAFSA staff and membership did this past year in the, to advocate for tribal sovereignty, promote responsible financial services, and provide better economic opportunity in Indian Country for the benefit of tribal communities.”, Last year kicked off with what is expected to be an important method for advocating for tribal sovereignty- speaking with Congresspersons and officials in Washington, D.C. NAFSA Executive Director Gary Davis set the tone early in the year by, NAFSA staff, with the help of members of the Board, worked diligently to establish a working relationship with federal officials, including, . We will continue to advocate for a robust tribal presence in the financial services sector.”, Spreading the Message Around Indian Country and Within the Financial Services Industry. Davis announced a new era for NAFSA at the National Center for American Indian Enterprise Development’s National Reservation Economic Summit in March in Las Vegas. Learn more about Expecting Goodness & Other Stories. Airport Shuttle: A shuttle service is available for participants and is offered by Atchison Transportation Services located at the GSP Airport. Correcting the misrepresentations surrounding the industry is a crucial component of NAFSA’s advocacy efforts. Sign Up To Review Resumes: via this form. Less than two weeks ago, as we made our way across the Capitol, Members of Congress were impressed with the fact that our tribes are serving people that the American banking system is not.”. Looking for a new position within international education or want to help fellow NAFSAns by sharing your professional insights and career advice? A full list of attendees as well as the mobile app is available via the online planner. Past awards have been free conference registrations and Just follow the prompts at the link above if you don't have a NAFSA Passport or would like to verify your NAFSA Passport information. https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1VjKie6jKC-MF4z94xrn72jeOjGsp0dAtQfLNM1P76X8/edit#gid=0. Volunteer slots are typically 1 1/2 to 2 hours. Mo’ Money is sure to get you on your feet, so wear your smile and your dancing shoes! Prior experience or knowledge is not required to sign up as a volunteer -- all necessary information will be given to you when you report to the Volunteer Table. Wish we had more time to explore the practitioner side of the convention.