Hosted by Navajo Nation Division of Economic Development | Presented by Diné Development Corporation
2026
Navajo Nation Economic Summit
The premier gathering for Navajo business leaders, entrepreneurs, and community builders. Three days of insight, connection, and action, grounded in who we are and where we are going.
Event Details
Date: June 8-10, 2026
Location: Twin Arrows Casino Resort, Flagstaff, AZ
Time: 9:00 AM - 4:00PM
The summit opens June 8 with a pre-conference day, followed by two full days of sessions, networking, and featured events focused on economic growth and opportunity across the Navajo Nation.
Why Attend
Hear from national leaders and local voices. Explore funding, partnerships, and new markets. Leave with real connections and a clear path forward. This summit belongs to the people building the Navajo economy, come ready to contribute.
Summit Tracks
Five focused tracks, choose the sessions most relevant to your work.
Innovation
New approaches to growing your business or community project
Entrepreneurship & Small Business Practical tools for starting, sustaining, and scaling
Finance
Funding sources, investment strategies, and financial literacy
Energy
Renewable energy, utilities, and sustainability opportunities
Tourism
Building and growing tourism enterprises in the Navajo Nation
Get Involved
Promote
Showcase your organization, connect with attendees, and promote your services. Vendor spaces offer visibility, engagement, and networking opportunities.
Sponsor
Align your organization with the Navajo Nation's economic future. Gain visibility with entrepreneurs and community leaders across the region.
Speak
Share your expertise and shape conversations. We welcome ideas from business owners, professionals, and leaders with knowledge to share.
Where It’s Happening
Twin Arrows Casino Resort
22181 Resort Boulevard, Flagstaff, AZ 86004 · Interstate 40, Exit 219
A premier resort venue offering convenient access to all summit sessions, networking events, and on-site lodging. Attendees are encouraged to stay on property for the full experience.
Getting There
~20 min east of Flagstaff
~2.5 hrs from Phoenix
~3.5 hrs from Albuquerque
While You're Here
The resort sits within reach of Grand Canyon, Antelope Canyon, Canyon De Chelly, and Monument Valley, an opportunity to experience the landscapes and culture of Dinétah firsthand.
Lodging & Accommodations
Plan your stay for the 2026 Navajo Nation Economic Summit with convenient lodging options available near the event. Our featured host hotel, Twin Arrows Casino Resort, offers a limited room block with a special booking code for the first 100 guests.
Additional partner hotels are also available to fit your travel needs.
Featured Events
Kick off the Summit with a collaborative networking event, bringing together business leaders, tribal officials, and sponsors for team-building and relationship-building on the green.
NNES26 Business Plan Competition
Navajo Business Opportunity Day brings entrepreneurs, small businesses, and partners together to build relationships, explore contracts, and create growth opportunities that strengthen the Navajo Nation economy.
Partner with Navajo enterprises and employers to connect job seekers with career opportunities, fostering workforce development and economic growth within the Navajo Nation.
For Navajo-owned startups and emerging businesses, offering exposure, mentorship, and potential investment opportunities.
NNES26 Business Awards
Welcomes Navajo artists and makers by showcasing their work, connecting them with buyers, and supporting cultural entrepreneurship and economic growth across the Nation.
NNES26 Art Market
Celebrates outstanding businesses, leaders, and innovators, honoring their achievements, inspiring success, and strengthening communities across the Navajo Nation through economic growth.
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