The Rupert Report

From the Desk of AIANTA's CEO |November 28, 2022

“IPW, the leading inbound travel trade show had five AIANTA members representing Tribal Row in 2022. Find out how to join AIANTA at IPW 2023 in the Rupert Report!”

AIANTA Highlights for the Coming Week

Tribal Row at IPW 2023

San Antonio, Texas

May 20-24, 2022

Are you ready to welcome international travelers? Then IPW is for you!

AIANTA and the U.S. Travel Association have established Tribal Row at IPW 2023! 

IPW is in San Antonio, Texas, May 20-24, 2023.

As the leading inbound travel trade show, past IPWs have generated more than $5.5 billion in future travel by connecting U.S. travel exhibitors with travel buyers and media to promote their product and negotiate future business, securing America’s position as a foremost global travel destination and showcasing the best of what the U.S. has to offer. U.S. Travel Association’s IPW will continue to reunite and rebuild the global travel industry in 2023, providing an in-person platform to conduct business and renew our relationships around the world.

 For more information about attending IPW with AIANTA as a Booth Partner or in Tribal Row, please contact the AIANTA Visitor Outreach Manager, Ciarra Greene, at cgreene@aianta.org.

Early registration is due December 16, 2022 and appointment scheduling begins March 6, 2023.

For more information about IPW, visit www.IPW.com.  

OIED and AIANTA Fundamentals of Grant Writing Keys to Funding Success Webinar

AIANTA, in collaboration with the Office of Indian Economic Development(OIED), is hosting a webinar to review the grant process from application, planning and preparation, grant writing mechanics, common pitfalls and best practices and where to find further resources.

The webinar is comprised of two series:

December 8, 2022 from 2:00-3:30 pm EST; Part 1 - Planning & Mechanics December 15, 2022 from 2:00-3:30 pm EST; Part 2 - Reading a Notice of Funding Opportunity & Request for Proposal

'Tis the Season for Native American Holiday Markets

If you’re looking for distinctive gifts for the holiday season and beyond, you’ll find a treasure trove of unique and hand-crafted items from Native artisans, both independently and at tribally owned museums, and cultural centers around the country on our Shop Native webpage. Along with unique artworks and collectibles, you will find home, health and artisan food for that person who seeks authentic and traditional Native-made gifts and treats.

This is an excellent time of year to Shop Native here online, as well as visit a Holiday Art Market near you. You can check off your list for great gifts and enjoy the holiday experience. We have started a downloadable list for you.

Town Hall Webinar: Sharing Stories: Native American Artists and the Creative Economy

December 13, 2022; 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. (Mountain)

Poeh Art Center Pottery Classes

Join AIANTA and Support the Movement to Build Cultural Tourism in Indian Country

Bird Singer Dancer Thumb drive

Artists: designed by NSRGNTS, led by Native couple Votan Ik (Mayan/Nahua) and Leah “Povi” Lewis (Pueblo/Dine’)

Through AIANTA membership, tribes, members of the tourism industry, federal, state and local governments, colleges and universities and others form a resource network that shares experiences and supports one another.

Already a member and need to renew? You still have time!

Please do so before the end of the year to receive our latest Bird Singer Thumb Drive created by NSRGNTS! 

Thank you to our 2022 AITC Sponsor

Albuquerque Hispano Chamber of Commerce