Most of the Arctic, like most of the world, is commonly owned. With ownership comes the obligation to manage our resources for the benefit of the total. To do that, we must understand the reality, the richness, and the responsibility of the North.

– Governor Walter J. Hickel, Founder

Board of Directors

Board of Directors 2010 - 2011

The Institute of the North is governed by a highly committed Board of Directors. In addition to fiscal and strategic oversight, board members represent and demonstrate a diversity of opinion in articulating a vision for Alaska and the North that bridges and balances development, conservation and indigenous perspectives.

Executive Committee

Members

Ira Perman

Chair

Thomas Barrett

Drue Pearce

Vice Chair

Randall Hagenstein

Greta Schuerch

Secretary

Jack Hickel

Duane Heyman

Treasurer

Peter Scott

Mike Sfraga

Leif Selkregg

Emeritus

Ex-Officio
John Hendrickson Peter Taylor, Consul of Canada
Max Hodel  
Gail Phillips  
Steve Shropshire  

Founder

Walter J. Hickel