Bethany Harris

Bethany Harris is a prominent executive at Waséyabek Development Company, LLC, where she has played a significant role in the company's federal services division. Here's a comprehensive overview of her career and responsibilities:

Current Position

Bethany Harris currently serves as the President of Waséyabek Federal Group (WFG).12 She was promoted to this position on October 2, 2023, after previously serving as the Executive Vice President of 8(a) Business since joining Waséyabek in 2019.1

Responsibilities

In her role as President of WFG, Bethany Harris is responsible for:

• Overseeing the overall growth and strategic direction of Waséyabek Federal Group2
• Leading strategic business initiatives for WFG, which now includes five individual companies and multiple joint ventures1
• Developing partnerships with federal customers and small and large business partners2
• Expanding Native American economic opportunities and non-gaming revenue2

Career Background

• Joined Waséyabek in 2019 as Executive Vice President of 8(a) Business1
• Prior to Waséyabek, she practiced law in Chicago and Michigan1
• Has established a record of driving business development in the 8(a) contracting space2

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Political Science from Western Michigan University1
• J.D. from Chicago-Kent College of Law13

Professional Affiliations

• Member of the National Defense Industrial Association1
• Member of the Michigan Chapter of Women in Defense1

Achievements

Under Bethany Harris's leadership, Waséyabek Federal Group has:

• Strengthened its position through partnering, organic growth, acquisitions, and diversification of product service offerings1
• Expanded into several verticals, including operations and maintenance, propulsion systems, environmental remediation, professional services, and software engineering1
• Positioned itself for continued business development and revenue growth1

Bethany Harris's expertise in federal contracting, combined with her legal background, has been instrumental in driving Waséyabek's growth in the federal services sector. Her leadership has contributed to the company's strategic goal of growing revenue for Tribal Members and ensuring the sovereignty and sustainability of the Nottawaseppi Huron Band of the Potawatomi Tribe through economic diversification.1