Our Native Heritage
Chloeta takes great pride in being a Native American-owned and operated venture. Charles "Utselata" Thompson was a prominent tribal citizen that traveled across the Trail of Tears and settled near present day Jay, OK.
In addition to serving in the Civil War he actively advocated for the abolition of slavery, practiced law, served on the Senate of the Cherokee Nation, and later became Principal Chief of the Cherokee Nation, all while maintaining his small farm in Delaware County, OK.
Several locations throughout the Cherokee Nation were named after him: Lake Eucha, New Eucha, Oochelata, and Chloeta. Chloeta, OK is a small community west of Jay, OK. Chloeta is pronounced shuh-lay-tuh.
Our Impact
As a 100% Native-American owned company, Chloeta is uniquely positioned to help bridge the gaps between needs within our industry and tribal units. We have a comprehensive, cross-industry, Native-American community support focus which sets us apart and revolutionizes the way in which we view industry business opportunities. Chloeta leaves a positive impact by providing our current and potential teaming partners with opportunities to tap into tribal resources. It also allows us to have a positive impact on our our partners throughout Indian Country such as the Bureau of Indian Affairs, Bureau of Indian Education, and Indian Health Services, because we are a trusted service provider that is culturally relevant and trained to do business within their niche communities.
Our Logo
Chloeta’s logo is designed to honor our Native roots. The colors of red and black, as well as the tomahawk and peace pipe, both represent the eternal struggle between peace and war.
'The Resiliency of the People'
When designing our office space in Oklahoma City, it was important to us that the thread of our heritage be woven throughout our space. When you enter the front doors, you quickly notice a beautiful painting of a Cherokee warrior. 'The Resiliency of the People' was commissioned from Oklahoma and Chickasaw artist, Mike Larsen. Larsen specifically used Chloeta's Cherokee heritage as inspiration for the painting. One side of the warrior's cloak depicts multiple Cherokee traditions including dance and the game of stickball. The opposite side portrays the Trail of Tears.
