Annual Meeting Information : Shee Atika

Annual Meeting Information

VIRTUAL ANNUAL MEETING NEWS

It’s that time of year again! Please watch your mailboxes for information and proxy materials for the upcoming virtual Annual Meeting.

Please take the time to submit your proxy. By promptly submitting your proxy electronically or returning the blue paper proxy you can help your corporation avoid the necessity and expense of sending follow-up letters to ensure a quorum.

In this special newsletter, you will find the following important information, which you will also receive in the mail very soon:

Annual Meeting Information: Date, Time, Access Information, Purpose.
Candidates: Candidate statements for each of the Candidates: Robert Allen Jr., Roxanne Drake-Burkhart, Lowell Frank, and Steven Karpstein.
Corporate Proxy Return Incentive: Submit your corporate proxy before the proxy deadline and receive $25!
Annual Meeting Prizes: Submit your proxy before the deadlines for a chance to win Early Bird and Electronic prizes.
Questions: Submit your question(s) for the Virtual 2021 Annual Meeting.
Annual Meeting Documents: Links to the Annual Report, Proxy Statement, Proxy, Voter Incentive, Prize Sheet, Instructions to watch the Live Stream of the Annual Meeting, a Question Card and a Shareholder Survey.

NOTICE OF 47th ANNUAL MEETING OF SHEE ATIKÁ, INC. SHAREHOLDERS: June 19, 2021

Shee Atiká, Incorporated (herein “Shee Atiká” or “SAI”), an Alaska corporation with an address of 315 Lincoln Street, Suite 300, Sitka, Alaska, 99835, invites its shareholders to the Forty-Seventh Annual Meeting which will be held by remote communications means as a “virtual” meeting instead of in-person (the “Virtual 2021 Annual Meeting”), which will be called to order on Saturday, June 19, 2021 at approximately 10:00 a.m. ADT, and during any adjournment thereof, for the following purposes:

1. To hear a report on Shee Atiká’s operations for 2020.
2. To elect three Directors whose terms shall expire at the Annual Meeting in 2024.

The record date for the Virtual 2021 Annual Meeting was April 26, 2021, and only shareholders holding Class A voting stock as of 5:00 p.m. ADT on such date are eligible to vote with regard to the Virtual 2021 Annual Meeting or any adjournment thereof. Shareholders with non-voting Class B stock may participate in the Virtual 2021 Annual Meeting, but will not be able to vote.

This year due to the extraordinary circumstances presented by the COVID-19 pandemic, there will be no voting during the Virtual 2021 Annual Meeting. Instead, the ONLY means of voting for purposes of the Virtual 2021 Annual Meeting will be by submitting either an online proxy at www.sheeatikavote.com or paper proxy. Each submitted shareholder proxy that is otherwise valid will constitute a revocable ballot for purposes of the Virtual 2021 Annual Meeting that will become (if unrevoked) a final ballot when the Proxy deadline passes at 5:00 p.m. ADT on June 17, 2021.

ALL CLASS A SHAREHOLDERS ARE URGED TO PROMPTLY SUBMIT THEIR PROXY ELECTRONICALLY OR DATE, SIGN AND RETURN THEIR PAPER PROXY IN THE POSTAGE-PAID ENVELOPE SO THEIR SHARES WILL BE VOTED. ALL PROXIES MUST BE RECEIVED BY THE INSPECTOR OF VOTING BY 5:00 P.M. ADT, ON THURSDAY, JUNE 17, 2021. PROXIES RECEIVED AFTER SUCH DATE AND TIME WILL NOT BE VALID WITH REGARD TO THE VIRTUAL 2021 ANNUAL MEETING.

BY RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS. Dated: May 17, 2021

By: Laurence Garrity, Secretary, Shee Atiká, Incorporated

CANDIDATES FOR ELECTION

Robert Allen Jr.

“Thank you for the honor and trust you showed three years ago in electing me to the Shee Atika Board of Directors. I ran for the board because I was concerned about the sustainability of our corporation, poor communication with shareholders, and ongoing sales of our irreplaceable and priceless lands. As a director, and as Chairman since last September, I feel that I have contributed to progress on these issues, working closely with other board members and our new CEO, Karl Potts.

As Chairman, I am implementing a strategic planning process for Shee Atika. The plan that we develop in 2021 will serve as our guide for the next several years to safeguard our lands in Katlian Bay for future generations, grow our lines of business, and increase profits. We will prioritize long term growth of our trust funds, with the goal of generating healthy and sustainable dividends and other shareholder benefits, including but not limited to scholarships and funeral assistance, and increasing support for our language and arts.

I am also developing a committee structure for the board to increase shareholder involvement and oversight of the corporation. We now have a Finance and Audit Committee, a Governance Committee and a Shareholder Relations Committee. A more engaged board will contribute to the success of our strategic plan and our mission to enhance our culture for all generations of shareholders, and to provide benefits to shareholders consistently and on an equitable basis. It will also provide another avenue for shareholder engagement that is consistent with our traditional values.”

To view a message from Rob Allen, click here.

Roxanne Drake-Burkhart

“My name is Roxanne Drake-Burkhart and I’m asking for your vote at our next Annual Meeting. I am Tlingit Raven/Dog Salmon and was born and raised in Sitka. My parents are Barbara Borgen (Sam) and the late Paul Drake. My grandparents were Jacob Sam and Andrew/Bessie Kitka (Kanosh). I have lived in Juneau since 1989 with my husband, Ted Burkhart, and together we raised our children Zachary and Stephanie.

My employment history has mainly been working for Inside Passage Electric Cooperative since 1995. I’ve held many accounting positions, including billing officer, senior accountant and presently controller. I’m responsible for oversight of all accounting functions, as well as all state and federal reporting. I’ve held other accounting positions at Tlingit-Haida Regional Housing Authority, Sealaska, and Klukwan Inc.

I would like to thank the shareholders that elected me to the Shee Atiká board seat in 2018. It has been an honor and privilege to represent our shareholders. One of the reasons I ran for the Shee Atiká board was to improve transparency both at the board and management level and to help provide better communication with shareholders. The last three years presented many challenges that our company has overcome. During the last year we have all had to learn how to function with COVID-19 and this included canceling Shee Atiká in-person informational and annual meetings. Hopefully, in the near future we can go back to meeting in-person with our shareholders. My heart goes out to our shareholders that were adversely affected by this world-wide pandemic. 2021 brings new hope and a brighter outlook for our corporation.

As a current Shee Atiká Board Member, I would like to utilize my education and work experience for you and request your continued support at our next annual meeting. Gunalchéesh.

Lowell Frank

“I am Lowell Frank, I am Haida, I was raised in Sitka and lived there until 2014 when I relocated to pursue employment growth. I currently live in Puyallup, WA.

I have previously expressed interest in serving on the Shee Atiká board, and once again, I am expressing interest in serving as a director. I am hopeful that 2021 will offer new opportunities for Shee Atika’s success, and I hope that the shareholders would support me in becoming a director, to be a positive influence to pursue that success.

I hold a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from The University of Phoenix. I understand the for-profit business cycle and fiduciary responsibilities to my company owners, operations, and employees.

My father, Nelson Frank, was an original director with Shee Atiká, Inc., therefore I have a desire to ensure the future success of the corporation. I recall the dedication and challenges that faced the original directors and want to make sure that the work they all put in is not forgotten, by working hard to help the corporation operate profitably.

I was a recipient of the educational financial assistance from Shee Atiká and feel it is very important that the corporation continue to aid shareholders and descendants in their pursuit of higher education. In order for this to continue, the corporation’s current business interests need to operate profitably, and new business opportunities must be pursued. I am hopeful that all who have benefitted from these education funds are able to make the most of their education, and possibly be keys to the future success of Shee Atiká, Inc. as a result of their education.

I would appreciate your support in my pursuit of a director position. Haw’aa.”

To view a message from Lowell Frank, click here.

Steven Karpstein

“My name is Steve Karpstein, I am running for a Board seat with the full intentions of serving the shareholders, their interests, and our culture. The corporation is only as good as the shareholders and their return on investments that are made on their behalf. I believe a tide has turned and the past treatment of the shareholders are no longer going to be allowed, we can prosper, but only with great leadership and involvement by the shareholders! Their voices and interest demand to be heard, and I will promise to make that happen.”

PLEASE TAKE THE TIME TO SUBMIT YOUR CORPORATE PROXY!

CORPORATE PROXY RETURN INCENTIVE: $25.00

If your corporate proxy is received by the proxy deadline of Thursday, June 17, 2021 at 5:00 p.m. ADT, and you meet all other requirements below, you will receive $25 by check after the Virtual 2021 Annual Meeting.

RULES FOR ELIGIBILITY

1. Only voting shareholders of record at 5:00 p.m. ADT on April 26, 2021 are eligible.
2. You must submit a valid proxy solicited by the Board of Directors (the “Corporate Proxy”) either electronically or in paper form. Your Corporate Proxy must be received by the Inspector of Election by 5:00 p.m. ADT on June 17, 2021.
3. The Corporate Proxy must be valid for use with regard to the Virtual 2021 Annual Meeting.
4. The shareholder must submit a Corporate Proxy with regard to all (and not just some) of his or her Shee Atiká shares.
5. The Corporate Proxy must be the only valid proxy submitted by the shareholder for the Virtual 2021 Annual Meeting.
6. In addition to the Corporate Proxy Return Incentive, shareholders can qualify for the Early Bird and the Electronic Proxy prize drawings.
7. Each shareholder is eligible for only one Corporate Proxy Return Incentive, no matter how many times that shareholder submits a proxy. However, shareholders who submit proxies in different statuses (for example, once as to the shares he or she owns outright, and once as a custodian for a child) is eligible for a Corporate Proxy Return Incentive in each such status.
8. The Corporate Proxy Return Incentive will be paid as soon as practicable after the Virtual 2021 Annual Meeting.

2021 ANNUAL MEETING PRIZES

Submit your Shee Atiká Proxy for chances to win annual meeting prizes!

Early Bird Prizes: Submit your Shee Atiká Proxy either electronically or in paper form so that it is received by June 4, 2021 at 5:00 p.m. ADT.

Electronic Proxy Prizes: Submit a Shee Atiká Proxy electronically at www.sheeatikavote.com before the proxy deadline of June 17, 2021 at 5:00 p.m. ADT.

Shareholders can be eligible to win one prize from each prize drawing!

$7,000 in prizes will be awarded!

EARLY BIRD Electronic or Paper Proxies Received by 6/4/21	ELECTRONIC PROXY submitted at www.sheeatikavote.com by 6/17/21
$3,500 in Prizes: One $500 Prize Thirty $100 Prizes	$3,500 in Prizes: One $500 Prize Thirty $100 Prizes

RULES FOR ELIGIBILITY

1. Shee Atiká Directors, Officers, Candidates, or any of their respective immediate family members residing with them, or staff members are not eligible for any Annual Meeting Prize.
2. Only voting shareholders of record at 5:00 p.m. ADT on April 26, 2021 are eligible.
3. For Early Bird Prizes: You must submit a valid paper or electronic proxy so that it is received by the Inspector of Election by 5:00 p.m. ADT on June 4, 2021.
4. For Electronic Proxy Prizes: You must submit a valid electronic proxy at www.sheeatikavote.com by 5:00 pm ADT on June 17, 2021 and it must remain valid for use with regard to the Virtual 2021 Annual Meeting.
5. Shareholders can qualify for both the early bird and the electronic proxy prizes and can be eligible to win one prize from each drawing.
6. The drawings for both the Early Bird and the Electronic Prize drawings will be held prior to the Virtual 2021 Annual Meeting. You do not have to be present to win.

You have 31 chances to win if you submit your proxy early PLUS an ADDITIONAL 31 chances to win if you submit your proxy electronically!

QUESTIONS

Do you have a question for the Virtual 2021 Annual Meeting? If so, you can submit in one of the following ways:

Click here to submit an online Question Card via the sheeatika.com website.
Email info@sheeatika.com with the following information:
- Shareholder Name
- Last 4 digits of Social Security Number
- Email Address
- Phone Number
- Question

Although not all questions may be answered during the Virtual 2021 Annual Meeting, all questions will be answered directly by email/mail after the meeting.

SHAREHOLDER SURVEY

The Shee Atiká Board is working through its strategic planning process and would like your shareholder input. Please take a few moments to complete the shareholder survey either online at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/75NRQJB or by completing the paper copy and send in the postage paid envelope; both included with your Annual Report. The survey will close on June 17, 2021. Please do not submit your survey more than once.

ANNUAL MEETING DOCUMENTS

PLEASE TAKE THE TIME TO SUBMIT YOUR PROXY TODAY!

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