On September 30, Cooper’s Fur’s & 6th Day Creations, C.M.F Enterprises, Duncan Trail Taxidermy and KD Consulting Services were each awarded a $5,000 Small Business Forgivable loan from Choctaw Nation Small Business Development and the Choctaw Development Fund.
The Choctaw Development Fund supports economic viability and sustainability by partnering with Choctaw small business owners, cities and counties to create long-term growth and job creation within the territories of the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma.
“Providing $20,000 in forgivable loans within LeFlore County to these four small businesses is a huge win for the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma,” states Jess Henry, Choctaw Nation Tribal Councilmember District 4. “These District 4 Chahtapreneur’s are not only fostering our local economy, but they’re keeping money close within the reservation and supporting our neighborhoods and community members.”
Cooper’s Fur’s & 6th Day Creations: Copper’s Fur’s & 6th Day Creations is owned by Matthew Cooper and located outside Bokoshe, Oklahoma offers customers taxidermy and tannery options in the LeFlore County region. With over 16 years of fur handling experience Cooper caters each piece to his client’s needs by preserving the beauty of nature.
Funds received from the Choctaw Nation will be used to assist Cooper in improvements to his shop.
C.M.F Enterprise: C.M.F. Enterprise, is owned and operated by Kinsey Akers in Poteau, Oklahoma. C.M.F Enterprise offers delivery of cargo to anywhere that does not require a passport.
Funds received from the Choctaw Nation will be used to assist C.M.F. Enterprise with purchasing a hot shot cargo van for the company.
The cargo van holds up to 3,000 pounds and C.M.F Enterprise will contract with businesses to deliver products.
For more information on C.M.F Enterprise call, (918) 413-1968.
Duncan Trail Taxidermy: Duncan Trail Taxidermy, owned by Jennifer Duncan, specializes in taxidermy services. Duncan Trail Taxidermy produces products that she would be proud to display herself.
Funds received from the Choctaw Nation will be used to purchase taxidermy equipment such as an auto tanner, cape stretcher, mounting stand, bird flesher and a mini flesher.
KD Consulting Services: KD Consulting Services, owned by licensed professional counselor Kristi McConnell, provides consultation services to individuals and families in the Poteau, Oklahoma area. KD Consulting Services provide the highest quality behaviorally based therapeutic outpatient services to individuals, couples, children and adolescents in the most caring environment possible.
Funds received from the Choctaw Nation will be used to purchase a computer, printer and scanner.
For more information on KD Consulting Services call, (918) 658-4812.
Photo by Choctaw Nation:
From left to right: Jess Henry, Choctaw Nation Tribal Councilmember District 4; Matthew Cooper, Owner of Coppers Fur’s & 6th Day Creations and Brittany Rice, Choctaw Nation Small Business Advisor.
From left to right: Jess Henry, Choctaw Nation Tribal Councilmember District 4; Kinsey Akers, Owner of C.M.F Enterprises and Brittany Rice, Choctaw Nation Small Business Advisor.
From left to right: John Tims; Jennifer Duncan, Owner of Duncan Trail Taxidermy; Brittany Rice, Choctaw Nation Small Business Advisor and Jess Henry, Choctaw Nation Tribal Councilmember District 4.
From left to right: Jess Henry, Choctaw Nation Tribal Councilmember District 4; Kristi McConnell, owner of KD Consulting and Brittany Rice, Choctaw Nation Small Business Advisor.
About The Choctaw Development Fund
The Choctaw Development Fund supports economic viability and sustainability by partnering with Choctaw small business owners, cities and municipalities to create long-term growth and job creation within the territories of the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma.
The Choctaw Development Fund partners with the Choctaw Nation Small Business Development (CSBD). The CSBD is a single source contact for member advisory in the business start-up and existing business enhancement processes that increase the opportunity for success through partnerships with state, federal, and tribal resources. Our focus is delivering technical assistance, training programs, and access to capital for individuals and entrepreneurs in an effort to build successful, job-creating, Choctaw-owned companies within the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma.
About The Choctaw Nation
The Choctaw Nation is the third-largest Indian Nation in the United States with more than 208,000 tribal members and 11,000-plus associates. This ancient people has an oral tradition dating back over 13,000 years. The first tribe over the Trail of Tears, its historic reservation boundaries are in the southeast corner of Oklahoma, covering 10,923 square miles. The Choctaw Nation’s vision, “Living out the Chahta Spirit of faith, family and culture,” is evident as it continues to focus on providing opportunities for growth and prosperity. For more information about the Choctaw Nation, its culture, heritage and traditions, please go to www.choctawnation.com
