Lori Beth Besaw
Keshena
Summary
Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.
Overview
1
1
Certification
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Native Connections Coordinator
Youth Services Department
Keshena, WI
01.2015 - Current
- Primary duties consist of: Educated and engaged youth and Menominee community on suicide prevention and mental health; facilitated in-school programming including Native American life skills curriculum and girls' prevention circles, planned and implemented community events, and presented QPR trainings to enhance community awareness.
- Planned and coordinated drug- and alcohol-free family and community activities and events for Youth Services Department to foster healthy community engagement.
- Supervised Youth Services operations in absence of Director, ensuring continuity of services and support for staff and community.
Daughters of Tradition Program Coordinator
Youth Development and Outreach
Keshena, WI
02.2012 - 01.2015
- Recruited, educated, and provided outreach to youth for DOT program; facilitated afterschool and summer sessions; planned and implemented digital storytelling, Native Youth Conference, community gatherings, and service projects.
- Planned and coordinated drug and alcohol-free family and community activities, enhancing engagement and participation in Youth Development and Outreach Department events.
- Participated in monthly coalition meetings for Netaenawemakanok and Maehno Pematesen to collaborate on community initiatives.
- Co-facilitated Menominee Ropes and Challenge Course activities.
Prevention Worker/ Prevention Specialist
Maehnowesekiyah Wellness Center
Gresham, WI
10.2005 - 02.2012
- Prepare and deliver SAMHSA accredited Protecting You/Protecting Me prevention curriculum to MISD and Menominee Tribal School students.
- Planned and coordinated drug and alcohol-free family and community activities, including Winter Roundhouse and Summer Teaching Lodge, to promote community engagement.
- Participated in monthly coalition meetings for Netaenawemakanok and Maehno Pematesen to strategize on community initiatives.
- Co-facilitated Menominee Ropes and Challenge Course activities throughout the year.
- Assisted in T.R.A.I.L.S program, coordinated curriculum for schools and events with service providers, and facilitated cultural craft groups for residential clients at Maehnowesekiyah.
Records Technician
Maehnowesekiyah Wellness Center
Gresham, WI
08.2002 - 09.2005
- Filed client records, organized active client files, and monitored client status to maintain accurate and up-to-date information.
- Performed all pre-registration paperwork for incoming clients, enhancing familiarity with client relations and streamlining the onboarding process.
- Updated client information in GoalMinder, ensuring data accuracy for effective client management.
Teacher’s Aide – Summer Worker
Menominee Tribal Daycare
Keshena, WI
06.2002 - 08.2002
- Facilitated engaging learning activities that promoted social and emotional development.
- Promoted social and emotional development through engagement with various age groups.
- Supported classroom operations by engaging with children and participating in field trips.
On-Call Teacher’s Aide
Menominee Tribal Head start
Keshena, WI
01.2002 - 05.2002
- Oversaw classroom activities and fulfilled daily teaching responsibilities through engagement with the children.
- Engaged with children aged three and four years old in a learning environment.
Education
Prevention Specialist Certification -
WI Department of Safety and Professional Services
09-2011
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College of the Menominee Nation
Keshena, WI01-2001
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Menominee Indian High School
Keshena, WI01-2000
Skills
- Activity planning and leadership
- Community outreach
- Organizational skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Willingness to learn
Accomplishments
- Supervision of two MITW temp hire program employees.
- Successful collaboration for planning and carryout of MITW Sobriety Pow-wow from 2015-current.
- Menominee Indian Tribe of WI strategic planning
- Menominee 4-H Nicianak Club Volunteer Sewing and Moccasin making instructor, 2025-2026.
Certification
- Certified QPR Trainer, September 2025-September 2028
- Certified ACE's Trainer,
- Completion of MITW New Supervisor/Director training, May 2024
- Completion of Management Fundamentals On-line Training presented by McLean & Company, June 2024
- Menominee Indian Tribe of WI CDR Hearing Officer, 2024-2025
- Menominee Tribal School School Board member, 2020-2022
- Menominee Nation Youth Athletics Board member, 2025-current
Timeline
Native Connections Coordinator
Youth Services Department
01.2015 - Current
Daughters of Tradition Program Coordinator
Youth Development and Outreach
02.2012 - 01.2015
Prevention Worker/ Prevention Specialist
Maehnowesekiyah Wellness Center
10.2005 - 02.2012
Records Technician
Maehnowesekiyah Wellness Center
08.2002 - 09.2005
Teacher’s Aide – Summer Worker
Menominee Tribal Daycare
06.2002 - 08.2002
On-Call Teacher’s Aide
Menominee Tribal Head start
01.2002 - 05.2002
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Menominee Indian High School
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College of the Menominee Nation
Prevention Specialist Certification -
WI Department of Safety and Professional Services
Special Skills, Qualifications and Training
Twenty years’ experience working in the field of prevention within the Menominee Community, most currently focused on mental health awareness and suicide prevention. During this time, I applied for and received my Prevention Specialist certification for the state of WI which is kept current. I’ve completed training to become a certified QPR trainer and assist in offering trainings within the Menominee community, Menominee schools and surrounding area. I am also a sitting board member of the Menominee Nation Youth Athletics initiative which strives to support the physical, mental, and social development of Menominee youth through accessible, culturally grounded sports programs that promote leadership, teamwork, and healthy lifestyles.