Wayne Leo Ducheneaux II, an enrolled citizen of the Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe, has a deep passion to serve Native Nations. Growing up on the Cheyenne River Indian Reservation, he developed a passion for agriculture on his family ranch at an early age. His diverse career includes roles such as General Manager for the Cheyenne River Motel, Administrative Officer for the Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe, and District 4 Council Representative on the Cheyenne River Sioux Tribal Council where he also had a two-year term as Tribal Vice-Chairman. Wayne's leadership extended to the Native Governance Center as its inaugural Executive Director, where he worked to strengthen the governance of the 23 Native Nations that share geography with North Dakota, South Dakota and Minnesota.
Currently serving as the Chief Advancement Officer at the Intertribal Agriculture Council, Wayne leverages his extensive experience to promote sustainable agriculture and economic growth within Native American communities.
