Luke Engleman holds degrees in anthropology and archaeology, along with a minor in business management. He is also a first responder and EMT. This has given him an incredible opportunity to work across diverse fields, from international corporations to small startups, as a first responder, sous chef, and even ranch hand.
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Luke’s mission is always clear to those around him: to discover where he can make the most impact and dive right in. Currently, he is working on an ambulance in the vibrant Kansas City area while gearing up to further his education and training. Luke has been a passionate problem solver and loves getting his hands dirty, which has propelled him through the culinary world, leading him to become a sous chef and an interim chef, all while balancing his studies in Business Management.
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Luke later shifted gears, focusing on anthropology and archaeology while thriving as an assistant greenkeeper. Right after finishing school, he joined an international company where he quickly discovered his knack for research. He tackled challenges head-on, using anthropological concepts to reframe issues, such as addressing the high number of left-turn-related accidents in our fleet at the international company. By identifying cultural differences in driving behaviors and revamping our onboarding process, we created a more culturally aware and effective training program that significantly reduced accidents and enhanced safety for our team.
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Luke brings this same anthropological insight to every role, recognizing that each company, home, and community has its unique culture. Through dynamic listening and learning, he has employed a culture-driven approach that emphasizes research, open communication, and respect, enabling me to discover countless ways to lend a helping hand.
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We look forward to having him work with our tribal nation partners to help preserve their cultural stories in our online educational system and to assist others in understanding true Native American history from those who lived it.