Briana Merino
Secretary, Coyote Valley Band of Pomo Indians
Elected in 2024

Briana Merino is a dedicated and accomplished tribal leader with a deep commitment to serving her community. As the great-great-granddaughter of Angelina and Henry Campbell and the great-granddaughter of Thelma Pollard, Briana's roots run deep within the Coyote Valley Band of Pomo Indians reservation. Growing up on the reservation, Briana developed a passion for empowering her people and creating positive change. Her unwavering dedication has led her to hold various roles within the tribal organization since the age of 13, including summer youth intern in the environmental protection department and youth intern at the casino. Briana's commitment to education is evident in her pursuit of multiple degrees and certificates. She holds an Associate's in Arts in Paralegal Studies, an Associate's in Sciences in Administrative Office Professional, an Associate in Arts in Social and Behavioral Sciences, and certificates in Office Assistant, Administrative Assistant, Account Clerk, Business Bookkeeper, General Education, Tribal Leadership and Governance, and White Bison programs. In 2024, Briana was elected as Coyote Valley Band of Pomo Indians Tribal Secretary. Prior to this role, she worked with tribal member youth since 2019 in various capacities, providing support, outreach services, grant programing, and parent engagement. Briana's vision for the future is centered around creating opportunities for tribal members, listening attentively to their needs, finding programs to assist those in need, and raising awareness about programs that address substance abuse, violence, and mental health issues. She is also committed to supporting out-of-area members and elders. Through her work, Briana strives to be a catalyst for positive change within her community, leaving a lasting impact on the Coyote Valley Band of Pomo Indians for generations to come.