RS8N was created to ensure continuity between planning, governance, financing, construction, and long-term operations of the Healing Center, while protecting tribal sovereignty and shared decision-making.
RS8N is governed by representation from Tribal Nations and UIOs across Montana.
We couldn’t accomplish much without their energy, dedication, and talent. We are thankful for the people leading our tribal nonprofit organization.
Officers
Beau Mitchell, Chairman
Rocky Boy Chippewa Cree Tribe
Environmental Health and Innovation Director
Jason Smith, Vice Chairman
Urban Indian Health Centers
MCUIH Executive Director
Todd Wilson, Treasurer
Crow Tribe/Apsáalooke Nation
HIA Executive Director
Directors
Vernon Grant
Blackfeet Nation
Chief Executive Officer, Tribal Health
Carole Lankford
Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes
Council Member
Alan Bigby
Fort Belknap Indian Community
Vice President
George Bloundt
Fort Peck Tribes
Council Member
Gerald Gray
Little Shell Tribe of Chippewa Indians
Chairman
Torrey Davie
Northern Cheyenne Tribe
Council Member
Alternates
| Blackfeet Nation | Patrick Calflooking, Crystal Creek Director |
| Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes | Dr. Desiree Fox, Behavioral Health Director and James Steele Jr, Council Member |
| Crow Tribe/Apsáalooke Nation | Vacant |
| Fort Belknap Indian Community | Michael King II, Council Member |
| Fort Peck Tribes | Vernice Chopper, Council Member |
| Little Shell Tribe of Chippewa Indians | Colleen Hill, Council Member |
| Northern Cheyenne Tribe | Vacant |
| Rocky Boy Chippewa Cree Tribe | Dr. Deborah Essert, Behavioral Health Director |
| Urban Indian Health Centers | Vacant |