Financing the Native Ag Ecosystem
Where do I even begin! 2022 has been, yet again, another record year for us here at Akiptan. Our organizational growth has been largely...
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Jan 3, 20231 min read
Our 2023 Okhíčhaŋye Scholarship is now open
Twenty scholarships will be awarded to Native American high school seniors. Akiptan is pleased to announce our 2023 Okhíčhaŋye...
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Dec 28, 20223 min read
Our Team Continues to Grow!
We are pleased to announce the recent growth of our team here at Akiptan. Please join us in welcoming new staff members helping to make a...
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Nov 30, 20222 min read
Introducing Our New Board Members
Akiptan is excited to introduce you to the newest members of our board: Zachary Ilbery is the Agricultural Education Instructor and FFA...
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Nov 23, 20222 min read
Sustaining The Family Ranch
Danny and Mandy Plainfeather live and operate their ranch on the Crow Reservation in Montana. Mandy grew up helping her mom and dad on...
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Nov 16, 20222 min read
Thank you James McCuen for your commitment to the Native Agriculture Industry!
Akiptan had a chance to sit down to visit with retiring Board Member Mr. James McCuen as he moves into retiring from his work within the...
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Oct 26, 20222 min read
Akiptan receives 2022 Native CDFI Catalyst Award
The Native CDFI Awards honor and support Native CDFIs that are creating opportunity and promoting self-sovereignty in Indian Country...
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Sep 28, 20222 min read
Internship 2022 Highlight
Reflecting with our Summer Intern Mackenzie Akiptan successfully closed out our Summer 2022 Internship Program on August 30th, 2022. We...
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Sep 7, 20221 min read
Please join us in welcoming Chelsey to the Akiptan team!
We are excited to introduce you to our Loan Administrator, Chelsey Lecompte. As a member of the Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe, Chelsey grew...
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Sep 7, 20223 min read
U.S. Department of Commerce Invests Approximately $45 Million to Grow the Indigenous Finance Sector
U.S. Department of Commerce Invests Approximately $45 Million to Grow the Indigenous Finance Sector in Montana, North Dakota, South...
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Aug 31, 20225 min read
Employee Highlight: Melissa Swan, Senior Loan Officer
Akiptan is proud to bring you the team of people who are helping to make a change in Indian Ag Finance. This month we are highlighting...
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Jul 12, 20222 min read
Please join us in welcoming Roni and Mackenzie to the Akiptan team!
Roni Rae Daly is Lakota and Chippewa Cree. She is an enrolled member of the Lower Brule Sioux Tribe and remains on her homelands of the...
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Jul 6, 20222 min read
Gaining Experience to Achieve Dreams
Maggie Jo Matt is a 4th generation cattle rancher achieving her dreams
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Jun 2, 20222 min read
Okhíčhaŋye Scholarship Awardees
Akiptan is excited to announce that we have awarded $55,000 in scholarships to 11 high school students who are pursuing a degree that...
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May 31, 20221 min read
Youth Agricultural Internship Opportunities Available Throughout Indian Country
Akiptan is pleased to announce expanded youth programming that now includes summer internship opportunities for Native American youth....
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Apr 20, 20221 min read
Please join us in welcoming Carlton to the Akiptan team!
We are excited to introduce you to our Finance and Administration Officer, Carlton Underwood. As a member of he Northern Arapaho Tribe,...
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Mar 28, 20222 min read
COVID-Inspired Pivot Leads to New Territory
William & Justine Kougl completely transform traditional cattle ranching business. William (Cheyenne River Sioux) and Justine Kougl had...
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Jan 11, 20223 min read
Skya's Story: Annual Message
Hi there and happy New Year! Man, what a ride 2021 took us on. Reflecting back on the last year has left me with a lot of thoughts ings....
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Dec 16, 20211 min read
Introducing Kole and Lakota!
Akiptan is excited to introduce you to the newest members of our staff and board: Kole Fitzpatrick was recently hired on as a Loan...
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Nov 26, 20212 min read
Following in the Footsteps of Those Who Came Before
Shelby Homer begins cattle operation on foundation set by past generations. Upon moving to the Rosebud Indian Reservation in South Dakota...
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