Driven To Independence: Ravo’s Story

by American Indian OIC | Dec 8, 2025 | Internal, News

Ravo’s journey into trucking began with a desire for independence. While he enjoyed his role as a supervisor at a fueling company, he felt there was more out there—an opportunity to be his own boss and take control of his career. After doing some research, he attended...

Marie’s Success Story: Finding Confidence, Stability, and a Fresh Start

by American Indian OIC | Oct 28, 2025 | News, Success Stories

When Marie joined the AIOIC’s career counseling program last year, she was at a turning point. After leaving a job that wasn’t fulfilling, she found herself receiving cash benefits and searching for a new direction. Having worked in several industries Marie knew she...

MPR News Article Highlights Concerns Over Permanent Homeless Encampments

by American Indian OIC | Oct 3, 2025 | Internal, News

In this MPR News interview, American Indian OIC President and CEO Joe Hobot shares his perspective on the City of Minneapolis’ consideration of permanent homeless encampments. He speaks to the risks of normalizing encampment living and urges the need for...

Michael’s Journey of Perseverance and Hope

by American Indian OIC | Sep 19, 2025 | News, Success Stories

Michael’s journey to success began in an unlikely place—prison. In 2021, he found himself incarcerated in Minnesota’s Togo Correctional Facility and facing the consequences of years spent struggling with addiction. It was at the tail end of his addiction that...

Constellation Fund Research Proves AIOIC’s Impact

by AIOIC | Sep 15, 2025 | News, Uncategorized

American Indian OIC has always believed in the power of culturally grounded education and workforce development to uplift families and communities. Now, thanks to research by The Constellation Fund, we have powerful new data to support what we’ve seen firsthand: our...

From Training to the Timberwolves: Tyler Mullen’s Hands-On Internship in NBA Tech

by American Indian OIC | Aug 6, 2025 | News, Success Stories

Takoda Institute graduate Tyler Mullen spent his summer doing an internship in the IT department of the Minnesota Timberwolves and Lynx. The company’s internships are designed to give early-career professionals meaningful experience across multiple areas of...