In 2009, the Fort Belknap Indian Community Council (FBICC) established Island Mountain Development Group (IMDG) as an autonomous for-profit economic development corporation to serve the Aaniiih (Gros Ventre) and Nakoda (Assiniboine) Nations.
IMDG’s builts a self-sustaining local economy by creating jobs for tribal members on the Fort Belknap Indian Reservation.
Economic development is the key to breaking the poverty cycle and building strong, healthy, culturally vital Native Communities.
Eric found his place at IMDG, where he developed his leadership skills, which led to his promotions. His current work allows him to provide for his family and build their future.
IMDG’s workforce carries themselves with pride and builds a brighter future from their good-paying jobs.
Today, IMDG and Tribal Members are working together to bring about true, generational change and economic prosperity to the Fort Belknap Indian Community.
Since inception, IMDG has developed a strategic and viable platform that has enabled continuous growth across multiple business verticals.
The Fort Belknap Indian Community Council (FBICC) authorized Island Mountain Development Group (IMDG) to boost economic growth, develop business opportunities, and create jobs that benefit Fort Belknap tribal members.
William Bell,
President
Nakoda
Alan Bigby,
Vice-President
Nakoda
Kathleen Adams,
Secretary/Treasurer
Aaniiih
Ticia Cliff,
Board Member
Aaniiih
Fawn Williamson,
Board Member
Nakoda
Frank Doney,
Board Member
Aaniiih
Taylor McCabe,
Chief Executive Officer
Aaniiih
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IMDG embraces and promotes traditional Aaniiih and Nakoda values:
Decision making power resides with the Fort Belknap Indian Community Council for the benefit of the tribal membership.
IMDG builds a self-sustaining economy on the Fort Belknap Indian Community through job creation and sound investments.
Equality, generosity, humility, honesty, and respect for resources are embedded in the values of IMDG and reflected in day-to-day business practices.
IMDG completes long-term objectives and priorities, which guide development options and business decisions.
353 Old Hays Rd.
Hays, MT 59527
406.673.3031
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1537 Avenue D
Billings, MT 59102
406.969.6777
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1753 U.S. Highway 2 – NW – SPC 36
Havre, MT 59501
406.400.2750
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