Curtis Zunigha's experience as a dynamic leaders in tribal, state and national politics has made him a much
sought after consultant.  Mr. Zunigha has worked with federal agencies such as the Census Bureau, Social
Security Administration and the Health Care Finance Administration.  His primary focus is building
government-to-govermment relationships with tribes, thus maximizing benefits to the American Indian people.

Government appointments include:

• Consultant - American Indian/Alaska Native Advisory Committees
  
• U.S. Census Bureau (Washington, D.C.)
  
• Appointment by U.S. Secretary of Commerce - 1997 to present
  
• Commissioner - Oklahoma Commission on Indian Affairs
  
• State of Oklahoma
  
• Appointment by Governor - 1995 to 1999
  
• Cultural Ambassador to Sweden
  
• Appointment by Delaware Tribal Council - 1990
  
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Government Leader:

• Chief - Delaware Tribe of Indians, Oklahoma - 1994 to 1998
  

As elected leader of the Delaware Tribe of Indians, Chief Zunigha served as principle head of the tribal
government.  In 1996, he led a tribal political movement petitioning the U.S. Government to restore federal
recognition after a 17-year lapse.  The Delaware Tribe has since returned to prominence.  Zunigha also served
(1983 - 1988) on the Delaware Tribal Council.  The Delaware Indians are recognized as the first tribe to sign
a treaty (1779) with the United States Government.  (www.delawaretribeofindians.nsn.us.)

Government Consultant