Built on Tribal Roots & Powered by Purpose
Our Story
At Nawa, clean is more than a service—it’s a promise. Our name comes from Nawajewen, the Pottawatomi word for “ripples in the river.” It reflects the belief that when we take pride in our work, our efforts ripple outward, creating positive impacts for our clients, our communities, and one another. As a cleaning company owned and operated by Gun Lake Investments, we carry that purpose into everything we do. Every day, we show up with professionalism, positivity, and a commitment to doing the job right—because we believe a clean space is the foundation for great things to happen. From our earliest days to today, Nawa has been built on relationships, reliability, and results you can trust.
Pride in our work + Support for your mission
Better Clean, Better Community
Part of the Community
At Nawa, we see ourselves as part of the community. We get to know your team, learning their concerns and what they need to do their job well. Our goal is to always be reliable, professional, and positive, knowing that making your space its best empowers your team to do their best.
Pride in the Work
For us, cleaning isn’t just our job—it’s our commitment to always bring our very best. Our aim is to sign off every day with pride in a job well done. We exceed expectations, never miss the details, and look for ways to partner with your mission.
Joy in Your Success
We know that our efforts not only affect us but also ripple out to make a difference for you. We find joy in our work, knowing that when we’re successful, students can focus, healing can happen, missions can succeed, and business can thrive.
Strengthening our promise through Tribal leadership and long-term vision
Proudly Backed by Gun Lake Investments
Nawa Professional Services is proudly owned by Gun Lake Investments (GLI), the economic development arm of the Gun Lake Tribe. Through GLI’s leadership and support, Nawa is part of a growing family of businesses built on Tribal values, long-term vision, and a commitment to community impact. Our connection to GLI strengthens our foundation, providing stability, resources, and strategic guidance that allow us to better serve our clients—and honor the promise we make with every clean space we create.
As a cleaning company owned and operated by the Gun Lake Pottawatomi Tribe, we’re rooted in a promise to do right by you and right by one another.