CC Hovie is a citizen of the Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians and serves the Association on American Indian Affairs as its Public Affairs and Communications Director. The Association is the longest serving national Native nonprofit, since 1922. As a marketing and communications professional, CC has worked and volunteered for several non-profit organizations over the past two decades. As a former Traverse City Roller Derby Board Member, Northwest Michigan Association of Volunteer Administrators Board Member, and Bay Area Senior Advocates Senior Expo Co-Chair she worked to expand each organization's reach and impact in the community. A lifelong learner, she attended Lake Superior State University and Ferris State University where she received leadership and management training. Prior to her position at the Association, she served as the communications manager for StrongHearts Native Helpline. Finding and supporting Native creators on social media is one of CC's favorite things to do. A self-described reconnecting Native, participating in pow wows and sharing her culture brings her joy and fulfills her spirit.​