In addition to the Architectural practice he is Secretary of the Boardof Trustees of the Cherokee National Historical Society (for 7 years of his 28 year involvement with the board he was President), Board Member of the Tulsa Cornerstone Assistance Network (5 years), and Secretary of the Construction Sciences Research Foundation (serving on the board for 16 years). He was national president of CSI in 1987, and has taught continuing education courses in computer applications in the construction industry for AIA, CSI, ASLA, NCMA, BIA, DHI, University of Wisconsin, Florida International University, Southern Methodist University, University of Texas, University of Tulsa, Oklahoma State University, University of Oklahoma, University of Colorado, University of Kansas, Saint Louis University, Iowa State University, Northeastern Oklahoma State University, Southern Illinois University and Texas Tech University. He also teaches Sunday School at Will Rogers United Methodist Church in Tulsa.

Chief was named outstanding Native American Professional in the State of Oklahoma in 2001, received the Alpha Rho Chi Medal from the University of Colorado, school of Architecture in 1964, CSI Education Commendation in 1981, 6 x 86 Award NCMA in 1989, and many other awards. In addition to his awards he has had numerous articles published throughout the United States and Australia. He can be reached at: chief@birch.net.