Mentor Profile

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Brent Cleveland

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Oct 15, 2025

Nov 1, 2025

Employed Full Time

Bachelor's

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Bio

Brent Cleveland is a seasoned leader and community builder with over 16 years of experience in facilities management, operations, and tribal economic development. I have leads strategic partnerships, sponsorships, and engagement initiatives that sustain cultural, educational, and community programs across the Puget Sound region.

My professional journey spans a diverse portfolio of roles supporting tribal enterprises from facilities oversight for the Tulalip Tribes’ retail, pharmacy, and medical operations to business development planning for casino and community ventures. Balanced blend of technical expertise in operations and infrastructure with a deep commitment to advancing Native-led innovation, sovereignty, and self-determination.

A values-driven mentor, emphasizes relationship-building, strategic thinking, systems-level collaboration and innovation. I believes in “shortening the line of sight” between community goals and tangible outcomes empowering the next generation of leaders to transform ideas into action.

Prior Experience

I have extensive experience in mentorship, youth development, and coaching youth sports. Over the years, I’ve guided young people in building confidence, teamwork, and leadership skills both on and off the field. My approach to mentorship emphasizes accountability, encouragement, and personal growth helping youth and emerging professionals recognize their potential and achieve their goals through consistent support and community connection.

Why Mentor?

As someone who has worked across tribal enterprises, community programs, and fundraising initiatives, I’ve learned that real change begins with investing in people. Becoming a SPARKS Mentor gives me the opportunity to share my experiences, help others navigate challenges, and empower the next generation to discover their voice, purpose, and potential.