Designing Stories: Debbie Desjarlais on Culture, Creativity, and Keya Advertising

In this episode, we sit down with Debbie Desjarlais, co-founder of Keya Advertising and an enrolled member of the Turtle Mountain Chippewa, with Assiniboine roots from Fort Peck and Fort Belknap. Debbie shares her journey from early creative work with major brands to building a business alongside her brother that partners with Native communities across Montana. We talk about their years of storytelling through NativeWellness.Life magazine, their transition into advertising, and the unique campaigns they’ve created together to elevate Native voices and perspectives. With decades of entrepreneurial experience and a deep commitment to cultural representation, Debbie offers insight into the power of authentic storytelling and the importance of creating work that reflects the people it serves. This conversation is about entrepreneurship, the power of perspective, and how art can be a tool for change.

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