Tanana Chiefs Conference (TCC) is pleased to welcome Joy Huntington as the organization’s new Government Affairs Director.
Joy (Shockley) Huntington is Caribou Clan and has deep roots in the TCC region. She is the daughter of Dorothy (Woods) Shockley of Manley Hot Springs and the late Barry Shockley of Kansas City, Missouri, and the granddaughter of the late Judy (Starr) Woods of Tanana and the late Walter Woods of Rampart. She earned bachelor’s degrees in Native American Studies and Environmental Studies from Dartmouth College.
Joy brings more than 24 years of experience in government relations, strategic communications, stakeholder engagement, and advocacy. Throughout her career, she has worked closely with Tribes and Tribal organizations across Alaska and previously served as TCC’s state lobbyist, leading advocacy efforts on behalf of member Tribes and the organization.
In her new role, Joy will lead TCC’s government relations and advocacy efforts, helping advance Tribal priorities and strengthen partnerships at the state and federal levels. Her extensive experience and commitment to Tribal communities will be a valuable asset as TCC continues working toward its vision of Healthy, Strong, Unified Tribes.
Please join us in welcoming Joy to the TCC team.