My name is Charles Skultka, Jr. I am running as an independent candidate for the Sealaska Board of Directors. I am a lifelong Alaskan fisherman, educator, herring and water protector, and culture bearer. I am a strong advocate for formal and cultural education, and for sustaining our natural resources. When elected as director, I will advocate for sustaining our fisheries, protecting our natural resources and preserving our culture. I support the election reforms that Sealaska has incorporated but believe more can be done. I would support term limits, ending discretionary voting and advocate for more transparency. I believe the work for landless recognition and rights needs to continue.

We need to continue our work to get our fishing rights and land back. I believe my work and cultural knowledge will be an asset on the board as I have an ability to lead, advocate, support and be a team player. Please vote directed for Charles Skultka, Jr., independent candidate for the Sealaska Board of Directors.

AGE: 58

CITY / STATE: Sitka, Alaska

OCCUPATION: Art Culture and Tech instructor for Sitka Tribe of Alaska and Sitka School District. Adjunct Professor UAS, NWC Indigenous Arts Degree Program. Artist and Commercial Fisherman

For the past five (5) years: Commercial longline fisherman. Owner, operator captain. Business experience includes vessel and gear maintenance and repairs, record keeping, local and international fish market monitoring, sales and budgeting, catch tracking and reporting.

CURRENT AND PREVIOUS POSITIONS WITHIN SEALASKA CORPORATION AND/OR SEALASKA SUBSIDIARIES: None

DIRECTORSHIP(S) HELD IN OTHER ENTITIES: None

EDUCATION: 1989, 1990 Lake Washington Institute of Technology, Kirkland, Washington

AFFILIATIONS: Sitka Native Education Program, Blatchley Skate Club, Yakutat Surf Club, Elks Member 33 years