Chris Deschene, Former Director, U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Indian Energy

Chris Deschene is a national leader well respected by his peers, tribal leaders, business leaders, and Indian Country. As a member of the Navajo Nation, Chris’ military, public, and legal career and record stem from his core values of service and defense for the greater benefit of the communities he serves.

Chris is the former Director for the Office of Indian Energy Policy & Programs, U.S. Department of Energy. Chris has over 20 years of leadership and management experience with extensive business, energy, natural resources, federal Indian law, and government affairs relationships. Chris is a federal Indian and tribal law expert. He continues to serve tribal communities and their partners throughout the United States by assisting tribal and non-tribal leaders find solutions to their complex energy, business and legal challenges.