18th Annual TERO Certified Indian Owned Business Award Dinner & Engage Expo
Parkers Hope for Mental Wellness is proud to highlight their participation as a vendor in the 18th Annual TERO Certified Indian Owned Business Award Dinner & Engage Expo held on November 20, 2025 at the Hard Rock Hotel.
The 18th Annual TERO Certified Indian Owned Business Awards Dinner and Engage Expo is an annual Cherokee Nation event celebrating Native-owned businesses certified under their Tribal Employment Rights Ordinance (TERO) program.
This signature gathering honors hundreds of TERO-certified Indian-owned companies for their contributions to tribal contracts, often awarding standout vendors in categories like construction, retail, customer service, and woman-owned enterprises. The companion Engage Expo features a vibrant vendor fair for networking, inspiration, and showcasing TERO businesses, hosted by Cherokee Nation Commerce Services.
The Youth Impact Summit is an annual youth empowerment conference and resource fair designed to inspire young leaders in Tulsa to build connections, gain skills, and drive positive community change. Hosted at OSU-Tulsa, the event features student-led workshops, presentations, and interactive sessions with local organizations.
In 2026, over 70 students gathered on March 13 for a full day of collaboration, supported by partners like Tulsa Changemakers, NRCRYS, and sponsors including Papa Johns and Mental Health Association Oklahoma. Attendees made new friends, explored leadership opportunities, and left equipped to create lasting impact in their communities.