Board of Directors
The CIRI Foundation is governed by a board of directors comprising up to 15 members. The Cook Inlet Region, Inc. Board of Directors appoints most members, while TCF’s Board of Directors selects the remaining members.
TCF’s Board of Directors initiates and develops policies to drive the foundation’s mission. Collaborating with Team TCF, the board adapts the strategic plan to meet evolving community needs and balances the interests of present and future generations of Alaska Native recipients. Board members include CIRI shareholders from diverse cultural backgrounds bringing extensive experience in education, nonprofit management, cultural preservation, finance, law, healthcare, and community development.
Board of Directors Roster
Dedicated leaders serving three-year terms to guide the foundation's educational and cultural investments.
Jeffrey Gonnason, OD
TCF Board Chair
Cynthia L. Muller
Director
Louis “Lou” Nagy, Jr.
Director
Jessica Greiner
Director
Donna James
Director
Daniel Mitchell
Director
Ryan Newton
Director
Tosha Swan Pereira
Director
Deanna Sackett
Director
Susan Wells
Director
David Wight
Director
Cheryl Wilga, PhD
Director
Joining TCF’s Board of Directors
We encourage qualified CIRI shareholders and their lineal descendants to apply. Young professionals seeking board experience are also welcome to apply.
What Does Being a Board Member Mean?
TCF Board Members oversee the organization’s business affairs and policies, support its mission, participate in strategic planning, and establish fiscal and organizational policies.
- • Meets four times a year, typically in Anchorage.
- • Directors serve three-year terms.
- • Serve on at least one committee: Executive, Finance and Endowment, Education Awards, or Development.
Qualifications
- Be at least 18 years old.
- Have a strong understanding of business operations and investments.
- Possess experience or a strong commitment to education.
- Be actively involved in advancing Alaska Native education, language, and culture.
- Demonstrate honesty, integrity, and sound leadership.
Note: Family members of current directors are not eligible for TCF scholarship awards during their term.
Submit Your Candidate Application
Board applications are accepted year-round. Send your completed application and resume to tcfadmin@thecirifoundation.org.