The Southern Ute Growth Fund Management Committee (GFMC) is seeking a Tribal Member- At-Large Committee Member to assist in the achievement of the goals and objectives of the Growth Fund.
This distinctive committee member position established by the Tribal Council, serves as a representative of the Southern Ute Tribal membership and assists in providing recommendations, updates, business plans, and attends GFMC meetings, Tribal Council meetings and work sessions, and Growth Fund general membership meetings.
You, as a Tribal Member-At-Large Committee member are in a unique position representing not only the Southern Ute Indian Tribe but also its Tribal Members. Your voice matters and you have an opportunity as a tribal member to provide recommendations and acquire valuable knowledge through work sessions and meetings on high-value projects that benefit the Tribe.
Ms. Lindsay Box, Permanent Fund’s Executive Director and former Tribal Member-At-Large Committee member said, “The opportunity to serve on the GFMC was short but rewarding. It provided me the chance to learn more about the Growth Fund business, governance, investment strategy, financials, and human capital. The members of the committee and staff were extremely open and helpful when I had questions or needed additional knowledge or understanding about a company, project, or the entity.”
When asked what the one piece of advice she could give future Tribal Member-At-Large Committee Members, she said, “If you have been slightly interested in business or Growth Fund operations, put your application in! You never know what you can learn or what doors will open if you do not apply. Sometimes we must take our first step in faith and let the Creator take it from there.” She added, “As a tribal member, at General Meetings we sit and listen to the Executive Director, Directors, and Presidents discuss the overall or company performance, business plans, and upcoming projects. Sitting in this role on the GFMC provided the voice to bring my skills, knowledge, and ideas to the discussion. The Tribal Member-At-Large seat on this committee is vital to ensuring our business operations and investments decisions reflect our Ute people and our values. Our knowledge of Ute history, culture, and language has a significant and influential impact and serve as one aspect of tribal self-determination and sovereignty.”
Ms. Box would also be happy to help individuals who have additional questions or would like someone to look over their resume or cover letter. Please reach out to her directly.
We also had an opportunity to talk to Ms. Shelly Thompson, current Tribal Member-at-Large
on GFMC. Ms. Thompson had this to say about her role, “I have really enjoyed being on the GFMC because I have learned so much about the various companies we own as well as what they do. Now I can discuss with Tribal Members who ask, what the companies do and how they make us money. The GF staff are very welcoming and always willing to assist any Tribal Member understand company information. I would encourage those who will be the next Tribal Member-at-Large Committee Member to be open to learning as well as asking questions if you don’t understand.”
A GFMC role covers many different aspects – some important elements of this role include:
- Being responsible for executing the mission and purpose of the Growth Fund (as approved by Tribal Council Resolution 00-25), as updated from time to time, in a manner that protects the interests, resources, and objectives of the Southern Ute Indian Tribe,
- Attending and actively participating in providing financial direction, to include annual budgets of all Growth Fund business enterprises financial investment opportunities; mergers and acquisitions; and due diligence review, and
- Required to attend four scheduled meetings a month: two Growth Fund Management Committee/GFMC, LLC meetings, and two Tribal Council Update sessions, during regular business hours. Must also attend other Growth Fund/Tribal Council meetings such as study sessions, work sessions and Growth Fund general membership meetings.
For a complete job listing and to read all the responsibilities, visit the Careers Portal – Southern Ute Growth Fund, Tribal Members Only link. Apply online at www.sugf.com/careers/
To be considered for this position you must be an enrolled Tribal Member. For any specific questions related to this role, please reach out to Human Resources.
We would like to thank Ms. Box and Ms. Thompson for their valuable insight.