Treasurer of the Fort Hall Business Council

Phone: (208) 478-3812

Treasurer of the Fort Hall Business Council:

Councilman Ladd R. Edmo is currently serving his fifth term on the Fort Hall Business Council and holds the officer position of Treasurer.
He was raised in Ross Fork and now lives in the Fort Hall District. Edmo proudly descends from Jack Edmo and carries forward his family’s teachings, especially those passed down through his father and grandfather in the traditional practices of hunting, fishing, and respect for the land and people.
Before serving in Tribal government, Edmo worked in the construction industry, where he developed strong hands-on skills and a love for building. That experience continues to shape his leadership style today. “When I build something,” he says, “I start with a vision and work step by step to bring it to life. That’s how I see our community—as something we are shaping together, for the future.”
Over his years of service, Edmo has held every officer role on the Business Council, gaining a wide range of experience and perspective. He’s also represented the Tribes in key leadership capacities, including as a liaison to Education, the Department of Energy – Idaho Operations Office, Idaho Cleanup Project Citizens Advisory Board, Coalition of Large Tribes (COLT), National Congress of American Indians (NCAI), Affiliated Tribes of Northwest Indians (ATNI), Native American Finance Officers Association (NAFOA), Portland Area Indian Health Service, and more.
Edmo believes strong leadership begins with accountability to the people and to the Tribe’s Treaty Rights. He works to ensure that all decisions align with those responsibilities, while also looking ahead to create opportunities for future generations. He’s a strong advocate for education, economic development, and housing, all key areas that lay the foundation for long-term sustainability.
“I’m passionate about creating more housing opportunities for our people,” he said. “We need forward-thinking programs that work for us. I also believe building up our Native small businesses will strengthen our economy, and I’d love to see a small business incubation center established on the reservation to support our entrepreneurs.”
His work includes close collaboration with Tribal departments, BIA, federal agencies, and local governments to secure infrastructure funding for water, wastewater, and environmental improvements. Whether in construction or leadership, Edmo believes success comes from having a vision, putting in the work, and building something that lasts.
Edmo’s message to the community is, “Ti Na – Our Father, Creator. Tammi – Sutehai. Bless us and guide the leadership. Our Tribes depend on the wisdom of our people, our customs, and the work of our employees to move us forward. I enjoy working for Noyuna ni nanewe – All our people.”