'HOW ARE YOU?' PLEASE REFER TO THE BOTTOM OF THE BLOG FOR THE CORRECT PRONUNCIATION IN S'KLALLAM. PLEASE JOIN US IN WELCOMING THIS WEEK'S NEW HIRES.
PLEASE JOIN ME IN WELCOMING RUSSELL CRANOR. RUSSELL IS A NEW-HIRE AND HAS ACCEPTED THE POSITION OF SURVEILLANCE OBSERVER IN OUR TRIBAL GAMING AGENCY. WISHING YOU THE BEST OF LUCK IN YOUR NEW POSITION, RUSSELL!
1. WHAT WORK EXPERIENCE DO YOU WANT TO SHARE WITH YOUR NEW COWORKERS?
- I WORKED IN THE NAVY AS A FACILITY MANAGER FOR 17 YEARS.
2. HOW LONG HAVE YOU WORKED/LIVED IN THE AREA?
- I HAVE LIVED HERE FOR 25 YEARS.
3. WHAT ARE TWO INTERESTING FACTS ABOUT YOU THAT YOU WOULD LIKE TO SHARE?
- I LIKE TO FISH.
- I LIKE TO HUNT.
PLEASE JOIN ME IN WELCOMING ALICIA FULTON. ALICIA IS A NEW-HIRE AND HAS ACCEPTED THE POSITION OF CULTURAL PROGRAM MANAGER IN OUR CULTURE DEPARTMENT. GOOD LUCK IN YOUR NEW POSITION, ALICIA!
I am a proud member of the Port Gamble S’Klallam Tribe, being the granddaughter of Alice and Harry Fulton III. My journey has taken me to various places, but the most rewarding destination has always been returning to our community.
When I am not working with traditional practices, I love to do puzzles, go hiking and play with my numerous animals. Currently, my family are keepers of 4 cats, 5 dogs, 2 goats, a pig, and an ever growing number of ducks and chickens.
I am a strong advocate for higher education, having earned a Bachelor's Degree in Tribal Governance and Business Management, along with two certificates from Harvard Business School. Now, I am thrilled to embark on a new adventure as the Culture Program Manager of the Port Gamble S’Klallam Tribe.
My aspiration is to see the culture program thrive, offering an even wider range of classes and events for our incredible community. Beyond my professional pursuits, I am an enthusiastic food lover. I am particularly excited about assisting fellow citizens in building a stronger connection to our traditional foods and medicines, as this has been a long-standing passion of mine.
Throughout my journey, I have had the privilege to learn more about our traditional arts, including carving, tool making, Coast Salish design, and the foundations of weaving. These remain my passions, and I hope to share the knowledge I've gained with my fellow Tribal members.
My love for our Tribe runs deep, and I am genuinely passionate about contributing to the continuation and preservation of our unique culture. Together, let's weave a vibrant cultural tapestry that binds us all.
PLEASE JOIN ME IN WELCOMING TYLER SULLIVAN. TYLER IS A NEW-HIRE AND HAS ACCEPTED THE POSITION OF FISHERIES POLICY ADVISOR IN OUR NATURAL RESOURCES DEPARTMENT. WISHING YOU THE BEST OF LUCK IN YOUR NEW POSITION, TYLER!
1. WHAT WORK EXPERIENCE DO YOU WANT TO SHARE WITH YOUR NEW COWORKER?
- I WORKED IN THE UTILITIES DEPARTMENT FOR 5 YEARS AND I HAVE BEEN A FISHERMEN FOR 18 YEARS.
2. HOW LONG HAVE YOU WORKED/LIVED IN THE AREA?
- BORN AND RAISED IN BOSTON, 33 YEARS.
3. WHAT ARE TWO INTERESTING FACTS ABOUT YOU THAT YOU WOULD LIKE TO SHARE?
- I ENJOY HUNTING.
- I ENJOY FISHING.
PLEASE JOIN ME IN WELCOMING ADRIAN PURSER. ADRIAN IS A RE-HIRE AND HAS ACCEPTED THE POSITION OF FISHERIES POLICY ADVISOR IN OUR NATURAL RESOURCES DEPARTMENT. GOOD LUCK IN YOUR NEW POSITION, ADRIAN!
1. WHAT WORK EXPERIENCE DO YOU WANT TO SHARE WITH YOUR NEW COWORKERS?
- I HAVE BEEN A COMMERCIAL FISHERMEN FOR OVER 28 YEARS, MAINLY DIVING AND CRABBING, BUT I HAVE DONE EVERY TYPER OF FISHERIES THE TRIBE OFFERS.
2. HOW LONG HAVE YOU LIVED/WORKED IN THE AREA?
- ALL OF MY LIFE, 45 YEARS.
3. WHAT ARE TWO INTERESTING FACTS ABOUT YOU THAT YOU WOULD LIKE TO SHARE?
- I HAVE 4 CHILDREN AND ONE 2 YEAR OLD GRANDSON.
- I LOVE BASEBALL, CLAM BAKES AND FISH BAKES.
WELCOME TO PGST, EVERYONE! WE HOPE YOU ENJOY WORKING HERE! AND HAPPY NEW YEAR!
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