Ta’c ‘éetx papáayn’kaa 'iin wées nimiipuu kuusnim qicxneweet titooqatímtki kaa sooyaapootímtki Stacia Morfin.

Welcome, my Indian name is Takes Care of Water, and my given name is Stacia Morfin.

I grew up at lepwéyma (Lapwai) and šimiinekem (Lewiston). My mother grew up at tuniiweyme (Juliaetta) and my father at lepwéyma. I am a citizen of Nimíipuu nation whose ancestors originally came from pik’üunin (Snake River area between the Snake and Salmon River) and wawáwi, which is located on the lower-Snake River area above palúus, timíimap (up the Northfork of the Clearwater River) and saqánma (Canyon people of the Snake River) and lamáta (White Bird Creek and Salmon River Area).

Since 2006 Stacia has developed a strong history working with tribal nations creating materials, as a public speaker, and a team leader in her community. She is a team player with excellent communication skills, marketing tactics, and proficient in technology.

Awards

Inspiring Woman, YWCA, 2021
40 Under 40, National American Indian Economic NCAID, 2021
Best Cultural Heritage Experience, AIANTA 2021
Distinguished Preservationist Orchid Award, Lewiston Historic Preservation Commission, 2022

Work Experience

2020-Current, Chief Executive Officer, Nez Perce Traditions, LLC
2018-Current, Chief Executive Officer, Nez Perce Tourism, LLC
2016-2019, Marketing Consultant, Pacific Empire
2011-2016, Technician II/Event Coordinator, Nez Perce Tribe
2006-2009, Sales Manager, Red Lion Hotel

Education

Lewis-Clark State College Bachelor of Applied Science Business Administration
Lewis-Clark State College Associate of Applied Science in Hospitality Management
Lewiston Senior High School Graduate

Government Contracting

SAMS No. (8-A) RNSTJJW9UUA9
DUNS No. 117951432
CAGE Code 92K30

Stacia L. Morfin

Chief Executive Officer, Nez Perce Tourism & Nez Perce Traditions