James Rattling Leaf is an Indigenous leader, strategist, and boundary spanner advancing Indigenous-led climate, economic, and data futures. Through his work with the GEO Indigenous Alliance, he supports Tribal Nations and Indigenous Peoples in shaping global Earth observation, AI, and data systems grounded in Indigenous Knowledge, sovereignty, and ethical governance. His work bridges community priorities with global science institutions, strengthening Indigenous leadership in climate resilience, economic innovation, and stewardship while advancing respectful, reciprocal partnerships across governments, academia, and the private sector.