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AIT Seeks New Board Members for Board of Directors

July 9, 2026

AIT is looking to fill six vacant leadership positions for its board of directors across the regions of Central California, Central Plains, Great Basin, Southeast Alaska, Southern California, and Southwest

CARSON CITY, N.V. (July 9, 2026) – The American Indigenous Tourism Association (AIT), the only national organization dedicated to advancing cultural heritage tourism in Native Nations and communities across the United States and its territories, is seeking qualified candidates for six open leadership positions on its Board of Directors. With representation from throughout Native Nations and communities, the AIT Board of Directors guides the organization’s work towards the association’s mission: to “define, introduce, grow and sustain American Indigenous tourism that honors traditions and values.”

“We are seeking active, engaged Indigenous leaders to join the AIT Board of Directors,” said Sherry L. Rupert (Paiute/Washoe), CEO of the American Indigenous Tourism Association. “Native Nations and communities rely on AIT to support their economic growth through cultural tourism programming. We welcome Indigenous hospitality professionals and others with expertise in accounting, legal matters, technology, and fundraising who can build partnerships and programs while advocating for Indigenous tourism at local, regional, and national levels.”

AIT is currently seeking representatives from the following regions:

  • Central California – 3-year term
  • Central Plains – 3-year term
  • Great Basin – 3-year term
  • Southeast Alaska – 3-year term
  • Southern California – 3-year term
  • Southwest – 3-year term

To view the map breakdown for AIT regions, visit the About Us page HERE on our website at the bottom of the page.

All applications are due to AIT by Monday, August 31, 2026 by 5:00 p.m. MT. The application can be completed online HERE.

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About American Indigenous Tourism Association
For more than 27 years, the American Indigenous Tourism Association has served as the only national organization dedicated to advancing a mission to define, introduce, grow, and sustain American Indigenous tourism that honors traditions and values across the United States and its territories. Established by tribes for tribes to address inequities in the tourism system, the American Indigenous Tourism Association is a 501(c)(3) national nonprofit governed by an all-Indigenous board of directors and serves as a united voice for the $11.6 billion Indigenous hospitality sector. Its successful legislative work led to the industry-changing Native American Tourism and Improving Visitor Experience Act (NATIVE Act) funding in 2018, as Indian Country Tourism was recognized through federal appropriations via NATIVE Act implementation. Native Nations and communities who are looking to start or expand their cultural tourism footprint can find resources at www.AmericanIndigenousTourism.org and visitors interested in learning more about Indigenous culture can visit www.DestinationNativeAmerica.com.

Media Contact:
Liz Slobodian, APR
AIT PR/Communications
Liz@shipwrightcommunications.com
(904) 237-1285