CIEDA: Creek Indian Enterprises

05/21/2026

In celebration of National Small Business Month, we’re proud to highlight Creek Travel Stores- Poarch location, recently named one of the Top 100 Truck Stops by Trucker Path! This recognition reflects the dedication to excellence of one of the many businesses under CIEDA’s purview. Congratulations to the Creek Travel Stores team for this outstanding achievement!

CIEDA oversees businesses across many industries, including travel, hotels, entertainment, hospitality, retail, restaurant, and government contracting. Find out more at www.pcicie.com.

05/18/2026

At CIEDA, we recognize National Small Business Month as an opportunity to celebrate Native-led businesses and their positive impact on our communities.

CIEDA is proud to support the Poarch Band of Creek Indians ongoing commitment to creating opportunities that strengthen local and regional communities.

CIEDA oversees small businesses across industries such as travel, hotels, restaurants, entertainment, and retail. Learn more about the Tribe’s Partners in Business: www.pci-nsn.gov/enterprises.

With the growth and development of the Poarch Creek Indians, the relationship between Alabama and its only federally recognized Tribe has deepened into a mutually beneficial partnership. Our diversification has allowed us to create more job opportunities across the state and nation.

05/14/2026

CIEDA's President/CEO, Cody Williamson, recently had the pleasure of speaking with the Greenville Lions Club about CIEDA’s ongoing economic development efforts. From convenience stores and restaurants to hotels and the OWA water park in Foley. We’re proud of the diverse ventures under our umbrella that contribute to growth and opportunity across Alabama, and are grateful for the opportunity to speak to the club.

Poarch Creek economic arm details non-gaming hospitality ventures to Greenville Lions, with Greenville and Butler County eyed for future development.

05/04/2026

We are proud to share news that OWA Parks & Resort's Tropic Falls Water Park has achieved a top-3 national ranking. Congratulations on washing out the competition!

Read more about this award here:

Tropic Falls at OWA earned a spot in USA TODAY’s water park rankings. What’s making this Gulf Coast destination stand out? Here's where it ranks.

05/02/2026

Creek Corner Magazine - Poarch Creek Indians

Learn more about the Poarch Creek Indians through the Tribe's official magazine, Creek Corner. Read the latest edition here.

04/17/2026

Help OWA secure a Top 10 position as the best indoor water park. Vote daily until April 20th.

04/16/2026

We are excited to announce that Creek Travel Stores- Poarch has taken a significant step toward sustainability by installing state-of-the-art ChargePoint Level-3 DC fast electric vehicle (EV) chargers.

This is the chain's second location to add EV charging stations. The first being Creek Travel Stores- Wetumpka.

This initiative showcases the Poarch Creek Indians’ commitment to innovation, environmental stewardship, and meeting the evolving needs of modern travelers.

Learn more about Creek Travel Stores at www.pci-stores.com

Get a super-fast charge at our new EV charging stations. Our new ChargePoint chargers will get you back on the road in a snap. Choose faster charging, choose us.

04/16/2026

We are thankful to have such outstanding leadership. Congratulations.

We are pleased to share that Tribal Chair and CEO Stephanie A. Bryan has been named to the Yellowhammer News Power & Influence Top 50.

This recognition highlights her leadership and the impact of the Poarch Creek Indians across Alabama. Her work continues to strengthen sovereignty, support economic growth, and create opportunities for Tribal Citizens.

Read more: https://ow.ly/5wuK50YHevK

04/15/2026

Under CIEDA's purview, PCI Productions, a key part of PCI Federal's extensive contracting portfolio, plays a vital role in supporting NASA's communication efforts.
Serving as the prime contractor for the NASA Communications Services contract, PCI Productions provides comprehensive public and internal communications, including strategic communications, social media, exhibits, and outreach.
We’re proud to highlight PCI Productions and showcase their expertise and dedication to advancing historic missions that inspire and innovate, such as the Artemis II launch.
Find out more about PCI Productions and the suite of PCI Federal's contracting services at www.pcifederal.com.

04/08/2026

Congratulations on this well-deserved recognition.

We are proud to share that former Tribal Chair Eddie Tullis received the 2026 Rick Hill–Tim Wapato Sovereign Warrior Award at the Indian Gaming Tradeshow & Convention in San Diego. The award recognizes leadership, vision, and lasting contributions to Tribal sovereignty and the advancement of Native Nations.

Eddie Tullis played a pivotal role in securing federal recognition for the Poarch Creek Indians, helping create new opportunities for self-determination, economic development, and long-term growth for future generations. We are honored to see his legacy recognized among leaders from across Indian Country.

Read the full press release: https://pci-nsn.gov/eddie-tullis-receives-the-sovereign-warrior-award-at-the-2026-indian-gaming-tradeshow-convention/