Mark Macarro is a leader among Native Americans who was named to a list of top political figures in California. As chairman of the Pechanga Band of Luiseno Indians, he has also held several national leadership roles with the National Congress of American Indians. The NCAI will host its 2017 mid-year conference in Connecticut with sessions for regional groups and education, as well as cultural celebrations and craft activities. Tribal leaders will also discuss investments and research that can support tribal sovereignty and communities.