Our Board of Directors
Donald Standifer Sr. – President
Don is a co-founder of Tebughna Foundation and is currently retired after 25+ years in the construction industry. He loves the social aspect of working on the Tebughna Foundation Board, helping to improve the lives and opportunities for shareholders and tribal members. He enjoys hunting, fishing, and subsistence activities that carry on Tebughna tradition.
Cassandra Kroto – Vice President
Cassandra is a Tyonek resident and works as the Health Director for the Native Village of Tyonek – Indian Creek Health Department, and she sits upon various committees and boards. She loves that Tebughna Foundation has grown and slowly spreading its wings as it continues to support and assist our shareholders and community, it inspires her to see how TF has helped so many of our shareholders and tribal members through education, events and workshops. Cassandra enjoys listening to music, four-wheeler/snowmachine/truck riding, hunting, fishing, and being with family and friends.
Michael Braun – Secretary/Treasurer
Michael is pursuing a degree in Business Management and Political Science at the University of Alaska Anchorage. He is actively involved in serving on several boards and committees, where he looks to contribute to community and organizational development. With a strong passion for culture, he is dedicated to singing and dancing in Tebughna, keeping the songs alive for future generations. He also enjoys spending meaningful time with his family.
Brandy Standifer – Director
Biography Coming Soon…
Betty Jean Valka – Director
Betty currently works as Receptionist at Kron Associates. She is tremendously happy that Tebughna Foundation has been established, initially in the educational field. Through diligence, the foundation has expanded in terms of staffing and opportunities. We boast many success stories, and encourage our Tebughna to contribute to that success. Betty enjoys spending time her family and grandkids, subsistence activities, trying new recipes, going to church, and continually learning.