In 1999, Aaron Thomas launched his construction business, notable for its emphasis on energy-positive buildings that produce more energy than they consume.

Carlos Muñoz (Pima/Mexican) founded PIMMEX Contracting Corporation, a full-service firm, offering both general contracting and design-build services.

JC Seneca produces his Native-owned BUFFALO Cigarettes at his tobacco plant, Six Nations Manufacturing — self-capitalized with the income created through his retail business, Native Pride Travel Plaza.

Making the career change from nail technician to decorative concrete artisan may seem like a radical shift, but Cat Palmer of TCB Construction assures us it wasn’t.

Native-owned Ongweoweh Corp. derived its name from the Haudenosaunee word meaning “original or real people,” said President Justin Bennett.