Joy Demmert Joins Kootznoowoo as Director of Finance

Joy Demmert Joins Kootznoowoo as Director of Finance

Kootznoowoo, Inc. is pleased to announce that Joy K’áad Jáad Demmert has joined the corporation as its new Director of Finance. Joy grew up in Ketchikan and currently resides in Juneau. She is of Haida and Tlingit descent and belongs to the Káat nay-st/Yahkw Jáanaas...
Board Approves December Distribution

Board Approves December Distribution

At its December Board meeting, the Kootznoowoo Board of Directors approved a distribution of $4.00 per share. The record date for the distribution is Wednesday, December 17, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. Shareholders must ensure that all changes or updates to their shareholder...
Kootznoowoo Acquires Stone Lion, LLC.

Kootznoowoo Acquires Stone Lion, LLC.

Kootznoowoo, Inc. is pleased to announce that it has acquired Stone Lion Environmental, LLC, a highly specialized environmental science and restoration company based in Albuquerque, New Mexico. This acquisition supports Kootznoowoo’s long-term goals of making...
2024-25 Angoon Youth Work at Turn Point Summary

2024-25 Angoon Youth Work at Turn Point Summary

This summary was prepared by Seth Bader. See Stories Youth Education Programs Manager Since the Spring of 2024, Kootznoowoo has prioritized supporting youth learning about and taking leadership in documenting and sharing about the Thayer Creek Hydroelectric Project....
KCEF Scholarship Recipients Announced

KCEF Scholarship Recipients Announced

The Kootznoowoo Cultural & Educational Foundation (KCEF) is proud to announce their 2025–26 Higher Education Scholarship recipients. Funding for these scholarships is funded by Kootznoowoo, Inc. Congratulations to: Armando DeAsis, Kansas University Emma Hassman,...
Understanding Shareholder Hire Preference

Understanding Shareholder Hire Preference

One of the foundational pillars of the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act (ANCSA) was to create economic opportunities for Alaska Native people. A part of this legislation is the responsibility of Alaska Native Corporations (ANCs) to provide jobs and provide benefits...

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.