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BERING STRAITS NATIVE CORPORATIONExecutive Team

Larry Pederson, BSNC Executive Team

Larry Pederson, Vice President of Nome Operations

Larry Pederson serves as BSNC’s Vice President of Nome Operations. Pederson is responsible for the corporate and subsidiary operations in Nome.

Pederson, a BSNC shareholder, formerly served as BSNC’s Vice President of Lands and Resources. Pederson earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Environmental Biology from Fort Lewis College in Durango, Colo. He joined the Company with more than 8 years of experience in environmental contracting and management. In addition to his employment with BSNC, Pederson is currently the President of Council Native Corporation, on the Nome Planning Commission, Golovin Bay Watershed Alliance, and the Alaska Airlines Community Advisory Board for Nome.
PRESIDENT

Cindy Towarak Massie

Cindy Aġnaqhiq Towarak Massie is President of Bering Straits Native Corporation. Raised in Unalakleet, Alaska, Massie is the daughter of the late Clarence and Guerie Towarak. A dedicated member of the BSNC Board of Directors since 2019, Massie has played a pivotal role in shaping the corporation's strategic direction.
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

Dan Graham

Z. Daniel Graham has served on the senior executive team at BSNC for the last nine years. During his 28-year career as a contractor with the federal government, he has had more than 24 years in progressive leadership roles for Alaska Native corporations.
SENIOR EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT

Richard Foster

Richard Foster joined BSNC as Vice President of Business Development in 2004, following a successful 28-year long career in the U.S. Air Force.
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT & CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER

Krystal Nelson

Krystal Nelson joined BSNC in 2014 with more than 18 years of experience working in public and private business sectors managing federal, state and municipal contracts.
SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT & CHIEF INFORMATION OFFICER

Kevin Ivanoff

Kevin Ivanoff serves as BSNC’s Senior Vice President & Chief Information Officer. Ivanoff guides the overall technology direction of the company, business units and its subsidiaries.
SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT & CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER

Kim Cunningham

Kim Cunningham serves as BSNC’s Sr. Vice President & Chief Financial Officer. Cunningham is responsible for overseeing all accounting activities, financial strategy and managing and reporting all financial-related activities for the company.
SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT

Doug Smith

Doug Smith joined BSNC in January 2020 as Vice President. As Vice President, Smith helps identify and develop strategic opportunities for business development.
SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT & GENERAL COUNSEL

Danielle Ryman

Danielle Ryman joined BSNC as Senior Vice President & General Counsel in 2023. Ryman serves as the corporation’s chief legal officer responsible for managing its legal matters.
VICE PRESIDENT OF ADMINISTRATION

Peggy Hoogendorn

Peggy Hoogendorn joined BSNC in 1982 as Assistant Stockholder Registrar. As Vice President of Administration, she oversees the Shareholder Department.
VICE PRESIDENT OF NOME OPERATIONS

Larry Pederson

Larry Pederson serves as BSNC’s Vice President of Nome Operations. Pederson is responsible for the corporate and subsidiary operations in Nome.
VICE PRESIDENT OF SHAREHOLDER DEVELOPMENT

Lucille Sands

Lucille Sands serves as Vice President of Shareholder Development. As Vice President of Shareholder Development, Sands works to align shareholder development with organizational goals and business needs.
VICE PRESIDENT OF CORPORATE DEVELOPMENT

Haven Harris

Haven Harris serves Vice President of Corporate Development. As Vice President of Corporate Development, Harris is responsible for decisions related to business development, contract capture and corporate support services.
VICE PRESIDENT OF OPERATIONS

Jeff Shirley

Jeff Shirley joined BSNC in 2016 and serves as the Vice President of Operations. As Vice President, Shirley is responsible for driving profitable growth from operations and leading digital transformation initiatives.
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OFFICESWhere to find us?
Bering Straits Native Corporation is headquartered in Nome, has a business office in Anchorage and site locations and offices across the U.S.
OUR LOCATIONS
ANCHORAGE
3301 C Street, Suite 100, Anchorage, AK 99503
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PO Box 1008. 110 Front Street, Suite 300, Nome, Alaska 99762
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OFFICESBering Straits Native Corporation
OFFICESWhere to find us?
BSNC is headquartered in Nome, has a business office in Anchorage and site locations and offices across the U.S.
OUR LOCATIONSWhere to find us?
ANCHORAGE
3301 C Street, Suite 100, Anchorage, AK 99503
NOME
PO Box 1008. 110 Front Street, Suite 300, Nome, Alaska 99762
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