Our Purpose and History
Our Purpose
The Lummi Commercial Company is a privately-held company, wholly-owned by the Lummi Nation. Founded in 2000, the company has developed a diverse portfolio that includes the Lummi Bay Markets brand, the Silver Reef Casino & Resort, and Loomis Trail Golf. And has become one of the largest employers in Whatcom County. The purposes for which the Lummi Commercial Company was organized are as follows:- To develop, maintain, and operate Lummi tribal retail and commercial enterprises as delegated by the LIBC.
- To generate revenue for the strengthening of tribal self-government.
- To develop business expertise in the management and administration of tribal retail and commercial enterprises.
- To enhance employment opportunities for tribal members.
- To support tribal member entrepreneurship and businesses.
Our Business History
2000
The Lummi Indian Business Council forms the Lummi Commercial Company (LCC) to maintain and operate tribal retail and commercial enterprises and generate revenue for the strengthening of tribal self-government.
The Fisherman’s Cove and Lummi Minimart operations move under the management of the LCC.
2001
Silver Reef Casino opens its doors.
2010
The LCC powers on the 50-feet wide digital billboard adjacent to Interstate-5.
2011
260 Tobacco and Fine Spirits opens it doors and drive-thru.
2014
Skippers & Pizzanini QSR opens.
2015
The LCC begins operating the Cafe in the LIBC Administration Center.
2018
– Acquisition of the crown jewel of the Washington golfing community, Loomis Trail Golf Course.
2019
The old Cove Store closes and makes way a new, larger store: Lummi Bay Market at Fisherman’s Cove, featuring a wider selection, new fuel pumps, and the Boathouse Burger.
2020
Salish Village Phase One opens with the launch of the Lummi Bay Market at Exit 260. The 26 acre site includes a 9,800 square foot convenience store, 16 fuel lanes, a tobacco & liquor drive-thru, a quick-serve-restaurant, and a separate truck stop with 8-diesel-lanes and driver store. The site also has 6 additional outpads for even more customer services.
2021
The LCC powers on its second 50-feet wide digital billboard adjacent to Interstate-5.
