Our Traditional Chief, and the second Traditional Chief in his absence, sit as ex-officios (or non-voting members) of the Executive Board. The Traditional Chief serves as an ambassador of traditional knowledge and the Athabascan culture.
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Trimble Gilbert
First Traditional Chief
Tribal member from Arctic Village. Serving as First Traditional Chief since 2021.
Past Traditional Chiefs
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Chief Don Honea Sr.
Ruby
Served as First Traditional Chief from 2008-2021.
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Chief David Salmon
Chalkyitsik
Served as First Traditional Chief from 2004-2007.
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Chief Franklin Madros
Kaltag
Served as Second Traditional Chief until 2006.
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Chief Peter John
Minto
Served as First Traditional Chief from 1992 to 2003.