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Academy of Tribal & Local Government
6475 E. Pacific Coast Hwy, #170
Long Beach, CA 90803
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6475 E. Pacific Coast Hwy, #170
Long Beach, CA 90803
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Michelle L. LaPena is experienced in tribal legal matters including tribal gaming operations and regulation, cultural resource protection, Indian child welfare, tribal taxation, administrative law and general civil litigation involving tribal governments.
She is extensively involved in developing statewide policy on tribal taxation, gaming regulation and cultural resource protection.
“The Academy's program was informative. It strengthened my leadership skills - - something that is so vital to fire departments. The training helped equip me with the tools to build clearer lines of communication and coordination with Tribal, local, state and federal emergency management agencies.”
- Chris Walters, Former Disaster Services Coordinator, San Manuel Fire Department, Highland, California
"The Academy’s training comes from a truly Native American perspective. It honed my interpersonal and communication skills and also gave me a better understanding of new marketing techniques that attract customers, influence public opinion and build support for tribal gaming, all while respecting tribal culture and traditions."
- Jill Philbrook