Meet the Team

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Leads the Yukon River Inter-Tribal Fish Commission in upholding its Constitution and Bylaws, directing efforts authorized by member Tribal Governments to ensure recognition of Tribal sovereignty and stewardship over traditional territories and resources. Key duties include: organizational leadership, strategic planning, policy development, staff management, budget oversight, work plan implementation, and fostering collaboration to protect salmon and support Tribal citizens, future generations, and communities that rely on healthy fisheries.

Email: craigchythlook@yritfc.org

INDIGENOUS STEWARDSHIP DIRECTOR

Works closely with the Executive Director and Executive Council to support the incorporation of Indigenous stewardship principles into fisheries regulation, continue developing methodology for local stewardship projects, and track and analyze relevant program research and data. Key duties include: community relationship building, tribal stewardship planning, organizational and administrative support, regulatory policy guidance, Indigenous Knowledge preservation and application, and contributing to the development of strategies that ensure the long-term protection of salmon and the health and wellbeing of Tribal communities and future generations.

Email: janessanewman@yritfc.org

INDIGENOUS COMMUNICATIONS DIRECTOR

Supports internal systems, communications strategy, and day-to-day operations. Key duties include: creating public messaging, outreach materials, and digital content to amplify Tribal voices and Indigenous knowledge in salmon protection; coordinating media relations, community engagement, and storytelling; providing administrative support such as scheduling, meeting facilitation, travel logistics, and organizational management, with some duties transitioning to the Administrative Assistant upon retention.

Email: jazmynvent@yritfc.org