Her father, George Gillette was a full-blood Arikara. Her father had the life-time position of Tail Feather Carrier for the Arikara Tribe. This position has been passed on to her brother Russell. During a ceremony, Ms. Gillette was given her Indian name and an eagle plume. She just recently received the right to dance.
Grace has one brother and five sisters.
Barbara Roy works for the Indian Health Service in Oklahoma City. Professionally, Grace has more than 20 years of management experience which includes several years of conference coordination. She has been employed by prominent national organizations, e.g., Manager of Operations for the Council of Energy Resource Tribes. She has been actively involved with this powwow for 15 years. Her background is unique and invaluable in guiding the successful operation of the Denver March Powwow.