OUR LEADERSHIP TEAM​

Sealaska’s leadership team takes our responsibility to our 26,000 shareholders incredibly seriously. Our obligation to them extends beyond the legal and financial requirements, we are obligated to them as family. All of us are part of the greater community of Tlingit, Haida and Tsimshian people with ancestral ties to Southeast Alaska.

One of our core values as a people is the concept of Haa Aani ­– this is our commitment to care for the oceans and lands because they have always been, and always will be, the foundation of our people.

We are humbled to be in a position to live out our true cultural identities and values through our work while generating profits that will help sustain our people and communities for generations to come.

Recognizing the remarkable contributions of Anthony Mallott and Jaeleen Kookesh

Two incredible individuals, Anthony Mallott and Jaeleen Kookesh, have announced they are leaving their roles at Sealaska. As they move on to pursue new opportunities, we take this moment to reflect on their contributions to our company and communities

LANDS & COMMUNITIES

Mitchell Haldane
Sealaska, Carbon Offset Administrator

Mitchell administers Sealaska’s carbon project, which involves managing more than 175,000 acres of forested lands for the purpose of sequestering carbon. His responsibilities include ongoing monitoring, field work and stewardship activities such as engagement with Community Forest Partnerships. Mitchell’s environmental-studies degree, together with his experiences playing and coaching football, inform his leadership toward improving health and balance for people and planet. He is Tlingit, Eagle, Wooshkeetaan, and Tsimshian.

MITCHELL HALDANE

Sealaska

Carbon Offset Administrator

Jason Gubatayao
Sealaska, General Manager Haa Aani

As manager of activities on Sealaska land related to natural resources, Jason’s focus is on working with local communities to develop opportunities for cultural and economic benefit. With a degree in Environmental Systems, Jason combines his in-the-field forestry experience with academic study to help manage Sealaska’s resources respectfully and effectively. Jason spent his childhood in the Tongass and has a passion for exploring the abundance of our lands.

JASON GUBATAYAO

Sealaska

General Manager Haa Aaní

Sealaska boss Tesla Cox
Tesla Cox
Sealaska, Senior Director of Shareholder Development

As senior director of shareholder development, Tesla (Keil’Teen) Cox brings a history of building connections and forming partnerships with Alaska Native tribal members and community partners throughout Southeast Alaska. Tesla’s passion for matching people with opportunities for success drives her work as a community-focused bridge builder.

Tesla cox

Sealaska

Senior Director of Shareholder

Development

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Joe Nelson
JOE NELSON
Board Chair

“Sealaska is a local company that is on mission to make a positive impact globally. Today our ancient values – our connection to place and our collective identity -- are driving our profits, partnerships and decisions.”


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Board Chair

Joe Nelson

Juneau, AK

JODI MITCHELL
Board Vice Chair

“As a teenager growing up in Juneau I always felt it was my obligation and destiny to serve our Native people. I am in a good position to help make a difference in the lives of our people through IPEC and now as a Sealaska board member. It’s a responsibility this board takes very seriously.”


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Board Vice Chair

JODI MITCHELL

Juneau, AK

MICHAEL BEASLEY

"As a Sealaska director, it would be beneficial for corporations and tribes to create meaningful business partnerships. If we are to benefit Our People and Communities, We have to walk down the path together, equal and hand in hand. Let's make our land claims settlement together. Collectively, we can achieve great ideas. This director is interested in you, so share your ideas."


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MICHAEL BEASLEY

Juneau, AK

BARBARA BLAKE

“My life’s ambition is to protect and cultivate Alaska Native rights to provide environmental, cultural, social, and economic well-being to current and future generations.”


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'Wáahlaal Gíidaak (Barbara Blake)

Juneau, AK

BARBARA CADIENTE-NELSON

“The Native people of Southeast Alaska are some of the strongest, most innovative people in the world. I am proud to represent our people and work together to build a strong, enduring corporation that will benefit future generations.”


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BARBARA CADIENTE - NELSON

Juneau, AK

DR. ANGELA MICHAUD

“I’m honored to be the second shareholder descendant to join the board. I will help build true relationships with our shareholders. I will encourage use of technology to reach out to our shareholders in different ways, to hear their voices and to help where I am needed.”


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DR. Angela Michaud

Anchorage, AK

Karen Taug
KAREN TAUG

“I am honored to be able to serve on this board of directors representing shareholders near and far. Sealaska is continually improving its business investments, balancing success and weaving in the rich Tlingit, Haida & Tsimshian culture of our ancestors.”


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KAREN TAUG

Haines, AK

NICOLE HALLINGSTAD

“It’s an honor to serve our shareholders and help guide Sealaska into a future of profitability and open communications.”


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NICOLE HALLINGSTAD

Bethel, AK

Morgan Howard
MORGAN HOWARD

“It is with great commitment and passion that I serve on the Sealaska board of directors. I have a deep, personal connection to Sealaska’s mission and to serve in this leadership position fulfills an obligation to my grandparents and our ancestors.”


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MORGAN HOWARD

Kirkland, WA

RICHARD RINEHART

“My professional goals have always included working for our Native communities and being part of innovative solutions to the issues facing our people and our corporation. Currently, we are working to find opportunities to increase the financial, cultural and community benefit from our land ownership.”


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RICHARD RINEHART

Kenmore, WA

Lisa Lang
LISA LANG

“ We stand at a profound intersection of time, facing extraordinary challenges none of us have ever experienced here in Alaska and beyond. With a cultural world view, I hope to become a part of the evolving Sealaska team who collectively creates balanced and innovative solutions for our region and our shareholders. The skills I would offer as a Sealaska director draw upon my deep cultural values, education and personal commitment to strengthening our economic base.”


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Lisa Lang

Hydaburg, AK

VICKI SOBOLEFF

“My grandmother, Vesta Johnson from Hydaburg, taught me to be helpful; to be respectful of our elders, culture, nature, and subsistence food. She said: ‘If you see someone struggling; help them. Don’t stand by and watch.’ I embrace this philosophy and am eager to bring this mindset to my role on Sealaska’s board as I uphold my fiduciary responsibility to the shareholders.”


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Vicki Soboleff

Blaine, WA

LIZ MEDICINE CROW

"With profound gratitude for our Ancestors, I will continue to find ways to bring our peoples 10,000+ years of best practices into the work we do for our communities, homelands, our shareholders, no matter where they live, and our corporation. Being connected to who we are and ensuring there are rich cultural, language, and ways of life experiences and connection to our Tribes for our shareholders is critical to the well-being of our peoples and our corporation."


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LIZ MEDICINE CROW

Kake, AK

CONNOR ULMER

" I am grateful to be able to participate in our culture and live by our tribal values. I can say from experience that our culture and values can heal and make us feel whole."


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Board Youth Advisor

CONNOR ULMER

Juneau, AK

CONNOR ULMER

"I find empowerment in culture to work for the betterment of my people and all those struggling against systemic oppression."


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Board Youth Advisor

Breylan martin

Juneau, AK

OTHER BUSINESSES

The shared heritage of our 25,000 shareholders, whose people have lived in relationship with land and ocean for 10,000 years, inspires Sealaska’s approach to business. Through Sealaska’s Woocheen business platform, geophysicists, entrepreneurs, data analysts and seafood masters work together to foster ocean health. Our companies – encompassing sustainable seafood, geotechnical work, groundwater remediation, data sciences and marine and land-based construction – bring a shared commitment to people and planet.

Learn more about these businesses and their leaders at Woocheen.com/about.