Janet Jakobe-Gray serves as the Chief Human Resources and Tribal Relations Officer for the Tepa Companies and is based in Kansas City, Missouri. Since joining the organization in 2018 as Director of Human Resources, she has played a key role in strengthening the company’s people-focused culture. She was promoted to her current position in 2019.

In her leadership role, Janet oversees human resources, talent management, safety, and tribal pursuits and engagement. She is dedicated to deepening the connection between the Tepa Companies and their owning tribe, the Paskenta Band of Nomlaki Indians, through cultural programming, tribal education initiatives, and expanded opportunities for Native employment. Janet holds a bachelor’s degree in management from Texas Christian University.