Pté Collective, LLC

A herd of three bison grazing on a grassy plain under a blue sky with scattered clouds.
A herd of three bison grazing on a grassy plain under a blue sky with scattered clouds.

Pté (pronounced p-day) is the Dakota word for female buffalo—a symbol of strength, provision, resilience, and community. Choosing this name because it reflects the way leadership should be practiced: with humility, courage, and a commitment to caring for future generations.

Pté Collective partners with Tribal Nations, Indigenous organizations, nonprofits, and rural communities to strengthen leadership, build sustainable systems, secure funding, and create lasting impact through culturally grounded consulting.

Empowering Leaders.

Strengthening Communities.

Honoring Culture.

Upcoming Events

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    Northwest Indian Head Start Coalition (NWIHSC) Conference

    08.06 8:30-10:00AM

    Culture as Treatment: Supporting the Well-Being of Reservation-Based Head Start Teachers highlights how Indigenous culture and community-based approaches support the well-being of Native Head Start educators through a Tribal-academic partnership at Fort Peck Head Start. Participants will explore key findings and practical strategies for strengthening educator wellness in Tribal early childhood programs.

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  • A family of three sitting outdoors in a park during fall, with a young girl on their shoulders, smiling and making a peace sign, promoting the 'Save the Date' for the 10th Annual Conference in Helena, Montana, August 13-15, 2024.

    2026 Great Beginnings, Great Families (GBGF) Conference

    08.12 9:15-10:15AM

    Partnering with Families in Tribal Communities: A Relationship-Based Approach to Disabilities Support

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    Our calendar is always growing, and we'd love to add your community, organization, or event to it.

    From keynote presentations and leadership retreats to strategic planning and consulting engagements, every partnership begins with a conversation.

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