Waséyabek Development Company, LLC is the economic diversification arm of the Nottawaseppi Huron Band of the Potawatomi (NHBP), established in 2011. Based in Grand Rapids, Michigan, the company's mandate is to strengthen the Tribal economy through acquiring and operating established, revenue-producing businesses across a range of sectors.
The company's portfolio spans multiple industry verticals, including defense contracting, industrial manufacturing, commercial real estate, environmental engineering, and transportation services. By investing in and managing these diverse enterprises, Waséyabek seeks to build a foundation for long-term financial stability and growth for the NHBP.
Operations are guided by the Seven Grandfather Teachings of the Potawatomi people: Wisdom, Love, Respect, Bravery, Honesty, Humility, and Truth. The company's stated mission is to build legacy businesses that honor the Tribe's heritage and empower both current and future generations with sustained economic prosperity.