Thayer Hydro Project Update

Thayer Hydro Project Update

The Thayer Hydro Project continues to steadily move forward with important milestones achieved this summer as the project prepares to begin construction. Recognizing the need for dedicated project leadership, Kootznoowoo was pleased to bring aboard shareholder Nate...
Angoon Guide Academy – Summer Wrap Up

Angoon Guide Academy – Summer Wrap Up

The 2025 season of the Angoon Guide Academy (AGA) successfully concluded another summer of hands-on learning, wilderness training, and professional development for local Angoon students. This summer, four participants—Tyee Kookesh, Chayden Endicott, Justice Duncan,...
52nd Annual Meeting Election Results

52nd Annual Meeting Election Results

The 52nd Annual Meeting of Shareholders was held on Saturday, June 14th in Angoon, Alaska.  Following are the election results as certified by Rod Hutchings of Hutchings & Associates, LLC. who served as the Inspector of Election: Brenda Sue Jack – 38,127...
KCEF Scholarship Application Period Opens June 9th

KCEF Scholarship Application Period Opens June 9th

Trustees of the Kootznoowoo Cultural & Education Foundation have announced that the application period for higher education and vocational scholarships will open on June 9th. Kootznoowoo shareholders and descendants who are Alaska Native and enrolled full-time in...

Ralph “Chico” Bierely

K-Plaza Maintenance Manager

Chico serves as a jack-of-all-trades for the corporation. His main responsibility is overseeing the maintenance and upkeep of the K-Plaza building. However, he provides additional support when needed on a variety of projects. He is based in Juneau.