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Meet the Lakota Made Team
About Our Team
The Lakota Made team is a family-oriented group of dedicated individuals who are passionate about preserving and sharing traditional Lakota knowledge. Led by Owner and CEO, Megan Bull Bear, along with her brothers Mitchell and Michael Bull Bear, the team works closely together to create high-quality, handmade products in the traditional Lakota way. From crafting these products to running the successful ecommerce store, Lakotamade.com, and managing the retail location in Old Town Mankato, Minnesota, the Lakota Made family is committed to growing a thriving business rooted in culture, community, and family values.
Megan Bull Bear
Owner and CEO
I’m Megan Lynn Bull Bear, founder of Lakota Made and a member of the Kiyaksa Band of the Oglala Lakota Nation. Raised in South Central South Dakota by my parents—Nača Chief Bull Bear and grassroots leader Marla Bull Bear—I was deeply rooted in Lakota traditions from a young age. Inspired by their community leadership and my own learning from Elders, I’ve dedicated my life to preserving and sharing our First Medicines. Through Lakota Made, I craft small-batch, plant-based products that honor our culture, educate others, and support Indigenous entrepreneurs. My long-term dream is to establish a farm where I can grow traditional medicines, offer educational workshops, and bring our healing full circle—connecting land, culture, and community.
Emily Schmitt
Operations Manager & Customer Support
As Operations Manager and Customer Support at Lakota Made LLC, Emily ensures that customers receive top-notch service and smooth solutions to any issues that arise. Living in Duluth with her dog, Fig, she enjoys gardening, baking, and camping in her free time. Her passion for nature and creativity drives both her professional and personal pursuits.
Mitchell Bull Bear
Operations
Riley Evans
Operations
Boozhoo, gakina awiiya. Waagosh miinawaa waawaashkeshiins niwiinzowinan. Hello, everyone, my name is Riley and I’m Grand Portage Ojibwe. I’m from Minneapolis, and I’m pursuing a Masters degree in Gender & Women’s Studies at MSU Mankato.
Bear Stately
Assistant Maker
My name is Bear, I am an enrolled member of the Red Lake Band of Ojibwe. I moved to Mankato 9 yrs ago with my children. I am a retired chef/cook with over 20 yrs experience. I, have raised 8 children and have 5 grandchildren with 1 on the way.
Ruth Anderson
Assistant Maker
Ruth is one of the makers of Lakota Made products. She grew up on an organic farm, has a degree in graphic design/photography, and has decades of experience in cooking and crafting. Ruth has 5 adult children and 4 grandchildren, and lives in Fairmont, Minnesota with her husband.
Michael Bull Bear
Shipping
Terynn Isham
Retail Clerk
Terynn is the main store clerk. She enjoys spending time with her kitten Cleo and watching Disney movies. She is from the Ojibwe tribe named Boise Forte in Northern Minnesota.
Meghan Hickock
Chief Communications Officer
Meghan, better known as Media Meghan, handles all things media for Lakota Made. She loves channeling her creativity through content creation, graphic design, social media, journalism, and communications. Meghan resides in Mankato, Minnesota, alongside her four-legged BFF and honorary co-woofer, Dolly!
James Taylor
Operations Staff
James is passionate about herbal medicine, helping create beautiful products. He enjoys exploring the benefits of natural remedies and sharing this passion at work. James lives in Mankato, Minnesota, with his husband (Nathan) and their two cats (TJ & Tonks)
Hannah Bretz
Digital Marketing
Hannah manages search engine optimization and website design for Lakota Made. She loves all things ecommerce and marketing small businesses online. Hannah lives in St. Peter, Minnesota with her daughter (Tressa), husky (Dexter), and three cats (Zozo, Freya, and Lena).
Jesse Yeakle
Photographer
Wonazute (Sinus) Tincture
Regular price
$36.00