Jose “Whiteshirt” Matanane

Jose Matanane has joined the Native Network, Inc. team bringing 30 plus years of telecommunication experience to the Native Network telecom projects. His seasoned firsthand management experience has a proven positive impact for Tribal startup companies. The lasting effects in Indian Country, resound.

Jose’s extensive technical background is proven evidence of diverse understanding of the needs of Tribal nations in the world of enhanced communications. He has provided the structure and knowledge within tribally-owned telecom companies to succeed and propel telecommunication on Tribal lands directly impacting its people. After serving as President on the boards of Arizona/New Mexico Telecom (ANIMTA), and the National Tribal Telecommunications Association (NTTA), Jose understands the importance of serving the advocacy needs of Tribal people as it associates relating to unserved and underserved Tribal areas. Previous to joining Native Network, Jose held general manager positions at both Fort Mojave Telecommunications, Inc and Warm Springs Telecom during his career. He is a member of the Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribe in Oklahoma.