MaDonna Feather Cruz is a proud Native American woman committed to making a difference in her community and beyond. She is a passionate advocate for native wellness, raising awareness about Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women (MMIW), and cultural preservation. MaDonna was named after her aunt MaDonna Thunder Hawk. Her parents were Denise (Knight) Feather and Walter Feather. MaDonna is an enrolled member of the Round Valley Indian Tribes. As a young child, MaDonna grew up in Ukiah and Napa,...

Success is rarely an accident. It is often the result of individuals who choose to be forward looking, forward thinking, and forward moving in their lives. These three qualities create a powerful foundation for personal growth, healthy relationships, stronger communities, and meaningful employment opportunities. A forward-looking person sees beyond current circumstances. They understand that today's challenges do not have to determine tomorrow's outcomes. Rather than becoming trapped by past...

Tara Bird, age 52, is a dedicated advocate for families and community wellness with a profound connection to her heritage as a member of the Crow Tribe in Montana. She is of the Piegan clan and a child of the “Greasy Mouth”, bringing a deep cultural perspective to her professional and personal life. Married for 34 years, Tara is a devoted mother of three and a proud grandmother of three, finding her greatest inspiration in the strength and continuity of her own family. Tara Bird Tara has been...