Meet the Staff

OSNI/PEDCO CEO

Becci Sullivan is a proud member of the Ponca Tribe of Nebraska and serves as the Chief Executive Officer of Osni Ponca, LLC. With over 20 years of Tribal Council and Tribal Administrative experience, as well as a background in management and analytics, Becci brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her role. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Education from Wayne State College and two master’s degrees: one in Business Administration and another in Business Management from Bellevue University. Becci is also currently pursuing a PhD in Business Management, furthering her commitment to academic and professional growth.

Throughout her career, Becci has been instrumental in guiding the Ponca Tribe of Nebraska through strategic and operational development. Her leadership extends beyond administrative duties, having served in various influential roles within the Tribe, including Councilwoman, Acting Chair/Vice Chairwoman, and Chairwoman. As the first woman elected as Chairwoman, Becci focused on enhancing the Tribe’s public image, strengthening government relationships, and ensuring financial sustainability.

Becci’s dedication to community development, strategic planning, and organizational leadership has made her a pivotal force within the Ponca Tribe of Nebraska. She continues to lead Osni Ponca, LLC, with a focus on ensuring progress, growth, and self-sufficiency for the Tribe and its members.

PEDCO Director

Greg Moser is the Director for the Ponca Economic Development Corporation (PEDCO). With over 21 years of experience in public health at the state and local levels in Nebraska, Greg has proven expertise in strategic planning, community health improvement, workforce development, grants management, and quality improvement initiatives. He has successfully coordinated multi-sector collaborations to assess population health needs and develop comprehensive health improvement plans. Additionally, Greg has provided technical assistance to 20 Nebraska Health Departments to strengthen their capacity in delivering essential public health services.

Greg holds a bachelor’s degree in community health education from the University of Nebraska Lincoln and a master’s degree in public health from the University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Public Health. His commitment to improving lives is reflected in his work, and he is passionate about helping people overcome challenges and live healthier lives. Originally from northeast Nebraska, Greg enjoys spending time with his family, staying active, and watching sports. He is dedicated to working with the Ponca Tribe of Nebraska to ensure the Tribe’s growth and a brighter future for Native American communities.

Grants Manager

Tom McCauley serves as the Grants Manager for the Ponca Economic Development Corporation (PEDCO). With over a decade of experience in grant writing, grantmaking, and grants management, Tom is dedicated to supporting PEDCO’s mission of fostering long-term sufficiency for the citizens of the Ponca Tribe of Nebraska. He is focused on creating opportunities that improve the quality of life for all Native Americans, with a strong emphasis on stimulating economic growth and self-sufficiency through business and employment opportunities.

Before joining PEDCO, Tom held various roles, including grant writer for the nonprofit AIM Institute, grants manager for the Nebraska Arts Council, and copywriter at the digital advertising agency Phenomblue. He also taught creative writing and contemporary literature at UMass Amherst and the University of Nebraska at Omaha, and wrote grants and speeches for the City of Omaha Mayor’s Office.
In addition to his career in the nonprofit and government sectors, Tom is an accomplished writer and musician. His work has been featured in prominent literary journals, and he is a Pushcart Prize-nominated author. His essay, “Introductory Element Comma Independent Clause: a Study of the Moon and Bees,” received an honorable mention in The Best American Essays 2021 anthology. Tom is also a recipient of the 2018 Joseph Langland Prize from the Academy of American Poets for his poem “People Are Not Lights.” He holds an MFA in writing from the University of Massachusetts Amherst.