About Us

Preserving Heritage, Empowering Futures: Our Story

ANVCA is dedicated to promoting the success of Village Corporations and safeguarding Native lands through a multifaceted approach. This involves envisioning a mission strengthened by initiatives spanning education, advocacy, statewide outreach, and sustainability for Village Corporations, ultimately fostering their growth while ensuring the protection of vital Native lands.

Our Programs

Legislative Fly-In

Legislative Fly-in

In accordance with our vision, ANVCA facilitates engagement between our Members Partners, and legislators in both Juneau and Washington D.C. Each year, ANVCA organizes two trips – one to Juneau (usually in February) and another to Washington D.C. (typically in September) – in collaboration with its member organizations. Additionally, ANVCA provides comprehensive training and preparation for individuals involved in these trips.
Fishnet Lunches

Fishnet Lunches

Fishnet Lunches are ANVCA’s version of a lunch and learn. Each lunch is assigned a specific topic to benefit Members and Partners. ANVCA takes the opportunity to address and discuss items relevant to Alaska Native Village Corporations. The lunches are open to the public, however Members and Partners may receive a special entry discount. These lunches often feature local guest speakers and topics of high importance to Members and Partners.
Annual Meeting and Business Conference

Annual Meeting and Business Conference

In accordance with our vision, ANVCA facilitates engagement between our Members Partners, and legislators in both Juneau and Washington D.C. Each year, ANVCA organizes two trips – one to Juneau (usually in February) and another to Washington D.C. (typically in September) – in collaboration with its member organizations. Additionally, ANVCA provides comprehensive training and preparation for individuals involved in these trips.
THE ANVCA’s Formative Goals

ANCSA Regions and Their Village Corporations

ANVCA’s purpose encompasses services enhancing corporate success, advocating beneficial policies, providing a recognized voice for interests, offering mutual support and technical aid, promoting resource management and cooperation, and fostering a positive corporate image.

ANVCA Board Members

ANVCA is comprised of a group of dedicated board members that exercise our mission statement daily and act in the best interest of Village Corporations.  Elections are held at the Annual Meeting & Conference in accordance with ANVCA Bylaws.

Nathan McCowan

President/CEO

Chair – Seat A
St. George Tanaq Corporation
Seat Expires 2024

Andrea Gusty

President/CEO

Secretary - Seat D
The Kuskokwim Corporation
Seat Expires 2025

Ed Herndon

CEO
Board Member – Seat H
Chitina Native Corporation
Seat Expires 2023

Jana Turvey

President/CEO
Vice Chair – Seat F
Leisnoi Incorporated
Seat Expires 2024

Charles W. Totemoff

President/CEO
Board Member - Seat B
Chenega Corporation
Seat Expires 2023

Russell Dick

CEO
Board Member – Seat C
Huna Totem Corporation
Seat Expires 2025

Charles Fagerstrom

President/CEO
Treasurer – Seat J
Sitnasuak Native Corporation
Seat Expires 2025

Cameron Poindexter

President/CEO
Board Member – Seat I
Choggiung Inc.
Seat Expires 2023

Andrea Gusty

President/CEO
Secretary - Seat D
The Kuskokwim Corporation
Seat Expires 2025

Dena Sommer-Pedebone

President/CEO
Board Member – Seat C
Gana-A'Yoo
Seat Expires 2024