Message from the Chair
As we look ahead to the close of the year, it’s a meaningful time to recognize the ways we’ve come together—both as a corporation and as a community. The Shee Atiká Board of Directors has been proud to represent our shareholders at important gatherings this fall, carrying forward the values and perspectives that guide our work.
In late October, we look forward to several members of our Board attending the Alaska Federation of Natives Convention, the largest annual gathering of Alaska Natives. AFN continues to be an important forum for sharing ideas, advocating for our people, and strengthening relationships across the state.
In September, multiple Board members and our Chief Administrative Officer, Ptarmica Garnick, were invited to the Southeast Native Roundtable in Juneau, hosted by Sealaska and Tlingit & Haida. This event provided an opportunity for Alaska Native leaders to discuss key issues facing our communities, share best practices, and work together toward solutions that will benefit our shareholders and future generations.
Additionally, Shee Atiká recently donated $5,000 to support flooding relief efforts in Western Alaska, helping communities recover from the devastating storms that impacted the region.
As we head into the final months of the year, I am grateful for the continued dedication of our Board, management, and shareholders. Together, we are positioning Shee Atiká for a strong future while honoring the values that connect us.
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As always, we invite you to stay up to date with all things Shee Atiká via our e-newsletter, website, Facebook, LinkedIn, and shareholder portal.
On behalf of the Board and staff at Shee Atiká, thank you for your continued engagement, ideas, and support. Your voice matters, and your involvement shapes our future.
Steve Karpstein
Board Chair
Learn about Shee Atiká's mission, vision, and values
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James “Jim” Wilkins was born and raised in Sitka, the son of Connie (See) and Robert Wilkins. His mother was adopted by Mary Marks of the Kiks.ádi (Raven-Frog) clan, Se’e Hit (Clay House).
Jim graduated from Sitka High School in 1982 and went on to study business administration, specializing in restaurant management, as his family owned and operated the Safe Harbor Inn on Mt. Edgecumbe and the Harbor Inn in Sitka. He also attended the University of Alaska–Southeast in Sitka.
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Jim has been a flight attendant with Alaska Airlines for more than 36 years, where he has also served in leadership roles on various committees with the flight attendant union, including contractual grievance, employee assistance, and professional standards. Earlier in his career, he worked as an auditor for Westmark Hotels at the former Westmark Shee Atiká and served as a contract negotiator for hotel employees and union members.
With decades of professional experience and deep roots in the Sitka community, Jim brings to the Board a strong belief in the fiduciary responsibility of directors to ensure Shee Atiká remains financially sound and culturally strong. He is committed to stabilizing the corporation’s future, honoring the legacy of ancestors, and ensuring fair representation and a strong voice for shareholders today and for generations to come.
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Kim Essendrup was appointed to the Shee Atiká Board of Directors in August 2025 and will serve through the 2026 Annual Meeting of Shareholders.
Born in Sitka, Kim is the son of the late Bernard Essendrup and Jeanne Essendrup, and grandson of Barney Essendrup and Elizabeth Herman Essendrup. He attended Arizona State University, where he studied engineering and literature. Today, he and his wife, Cindy, reside in Glendale, Arizona. Of their three children, two are practicing nurses and the third is currently pursuing a nursing degree at ASU.
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Kim brings more than 20 years of leadership experience in project and portfolio management, technology innovation, and business strategy. He is the CEO and co-founder of RAIDLOG, a SaaS platform transforming project risk and decision management, and co-founder of Kolme Group, a consultancy specializing in project portfolio management. He also co-hosts the widely followed Project Management Happy Hour podcast. His career has also included working with the Arizona Indian Gaming Association (AIGA) and its member tribes on technology and regulatory projects, further strengthening his expertise in governance and long-term planning.
As a Board member, Kim contributes a business-focused perspective rooted in planning, governance, and sustainable growth. He is committed to listening to shareholders, honoring community values, and helping guide Shee Atiká toward profitable, resilient growth that benefits current shareholders and future generations alike.
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At its August board meeting, the Shee Atiká Board of Directors unanimously voted to make several changes to the Scholarship Committee Program based on recommendations from the Shareholder Relations Committee. Scholarships and funeral benefits are now being paid out of the Shee Atiká Benefits Trust (SABT).
The following changes will take effect on January 1, 2026:
- Lifetime Maximum - The lifetime maximum for scholarship awards has been eliminated.
- Deadlines - Two additional deadlines have been added per year for academic, long-term cultural and heritage, and vocational/technical studies. The annual deadlines will occur on the second Friday in March, June, and October. The deadlines for 2026 are:
- Friday, March 13, 2026
- Friday, June 12, 2026
- Friday, October 9, 2026
- Eligibility - As we are now paying scholarships out of SABT, all Class A (Native) and Class B (non-Native) shareholders are eligible for scholarships and funeral benefits.
- Award Amounts - The board increased the annual award amounts as follows:
- Academic (undergraduate) and Cultural & Heritage (long-term) - $4,500
- Academic (graduate) - $6,000
- Vocational/Technical - $4,000
- Short-Term Training - $1,000
- Short-Term Cultural & Heritage - $1,000
- Youth Scholarships - $750
Click here to apply.
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- November 7 - Scholarship Committee applications due
- November 24 - Last day to update banking and mailing information for Special One-Time Distribution
- December 8 - Distribution direct deposit date
- December 11 - Distribution mail date
- March 13 - Academic Scholarship Deadline
- 2026 Shareholder Information Meetings
- April 25 – Juneau
- May 16 – Sitka (livestream available)
- May 30 – Seattle
- June 20 – Anchorage Annual Meeting (livestream available)
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Save the Date! 2026 Annual Meeting of Shareholders
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In the months leading up to the Annual Meeting, we will host three Shareholder Information Meetings in Juneau, Sitka, and Seattle. These gatherings are a great opportunity to hear updates on operations, listen to speeches from candidates running for election, and update your shareholder information.
This year, we will also be issuing new shareholder ID cards. Please plan to attend one of the meetings to receive yours. For those unable to attend in person, the Sitka meeting will be live-streamed on May 16, allowing you to participate virtually.
If you can’t attend a meeting but would like a new shareholder ID card, you can contact the office this spring to request that one be printed and mailed to you once you are registered in our shareholder portal.
Finally, our Annual Meeting in Anchorage will also be live-streamed, ensuring all shareholders can participate, whether attending in person or watching from afar.
We look forward to seeing you—and hearing from you—this spring and summer as we gather to celebrate progress, community, and connection.
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In Our Communities
Sheet'ká Rainforest Park End of Season Celebration
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Our 2025 season came to a joyful close on Saturday, September 27, as the community gathered at Sheet’ká Rainforest Park for a free celebration filled with laughter, music, and memories.
Friends, families, and visitors joined us for a fun afternoon of live music, dancing, games for the kids, and delicious lunch bowls from our new Salmon Tales food trailer — a clear fan favorite! Guests also enjoyed free Sheet’ká Treetop Adventure Tours — a perfect way to experience one last adventure of the season among the trees.
We’re so grateful to everyone who joined us to celebrate another successful season at Sheet’ká Rainforest Park. Thank you for making this year one to remember — and we can’t wait to welcome you back next season!
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The Sheet'ká Salmon Tales Experience
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Craving a taste of the real Alaska? You’ll find it at Sheet’ká Salmon Tales, where every visit blends culture, flavor, and storytelling in the heart of the Tongass Rainforest.
Your experience begins with a guided walk through the rainforest, led by a local guide who shares stories of the land, the Lingít people, and the deep connections between salmon, ocean, and forest that have shaped life here for generations. The trail opens to a peaceful clearing by the sea, where a fresh-grilled wild salmon lunch awaits.
As eagles soar overhead and waves meet the shore, guests enjoy a relaxed, small-group gathering filled with laughter, learning, and genuine connection. It’s a memorable exchange that stays with you long after you’ve left — and offers a unique chance to become part of the Sheet’ká story.
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Introducing The Sheet'ká Rainforest Park Brand
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After thoughtful discussion about the park’s future, marketing strategies, and the growing recognition of Sheet’ká Treetop Adventures and Sheet’ká Salmon Tales, we’re excited to share a new, unified naming structure for our facilities and experiences.
Moving forward, our site will be known as Sheet’ká Rainforest Park — a name that brings all of our current and future tour products together under one recognizable and cohesive brand. The emphasis on “Sheet’ká” reflects our deep connection to this place and our commitment to creating experiences rooted in culture, nature, and adventure.
New and existing products will follow the naming format “Sheet’ká __________” (for example, Sheet’ká Treetop Adventures and Sheet’ká Salmon Tales) and will be featured under the parent site sheetkapark.com, with each product maintaining its own dedicated page and unique identity.
Our updated logos will share a consistent formline border style and “Sheet’ká” wordmark, creating a cohesive visual family while allowing each product to express its own story through distinct graphic elements.
Inside the park, signage will be simplified for ease of readability — you’ll see “Treetop Adventures,” “Salmon Tales,” and future experiences named in this same format.
This new structure helps us strengthen brand recognition, tie together our expanding suite of tour products, and give visitors a clear sense of the experiences that await at Sheet’ká Rainforest Park.
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Where Do Our Shareholders Live?
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Shee Atiká is proud to have shareholders living across Alaska, the Pacific Northwest, and beyond. The chart below highlights the current breakdown of shareholders by state and community.
Unsurprisingly, Alaska remains home to the largest number of shareholders, with strong concentrations in Sitka, Juneau, and Anchorage. Significant shareholder communities also reside in Washington—particularly in Seattle, Everett, and Tacoma—and in Oregon, with representation in both Portland and Eugene.
This distribution reflects the continued growth and reach of our Shee Atiká community, connecting generations of shareholders from Alaska to the Lower 48 and around the world.
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New Shee Atiká Office Hours
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Please note that Shee Atiká’s office hours have changed.
We will now be open Monday through Friday, from 9 am to 4 pm (previously 8 am to 5 pm).
We understand that some shareholders may have needs outside of these hours. If you are unable to complete your business during regular office hours, please call the office to schedule an appointment on a case-by-case basis.
When necessary, home visits can also be arranged in Sitka and Juneau to better serve our shareholders.
Thank you for your understanding and continued connection to Shee Atiká.
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Movers and Shakers
Tyler Young
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"Gush de heen yoo xat duwasaak’w. Kaagwaantaan áyá xát. Navajo tsú xat sitee. Gooch hít dax. T’akdeintaan yatx’i ka dachxán. My parents are John and Lisa Young, my grandfather is the late Frank O. Williams Jr. from Hoonah.
As a shareholder, it has been a great experience for me to work for Shee Atiká at Sheet’ká Rainforest Park and Salmon Tales. The potential at the park is exciting and almost unlimited! I’m looking forward to continuing the work, helping to develop Sheet’ká Rainforest Park for visitors, the community, and Shareholders. Gunalchéesh for this opportunity!"
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Share Your Story!
Have you or a family member recently graduated from college, vocational school, a certificate program, or a cultural & heritage study program? We'd love to hear from you so we can include your story as a future shareholder spotlight! Email info@sheeatika.com with a brief overview of your accomplishment(s) and attach a photo. Our team will follow up with you if further information is needed.
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Special One-Time Distribution Dates
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Shee Atiká Participates in Southeast Native Roundtable
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Shee Atiká was proud to participate in the Southeast Native Roundtable held in Juneau and extends sincere thanks to Sealaska and Tlingit & Haida for cohosting such a meaningful and well-organized event.
For the first time in decades, leaders from Southeast Alaska’s tribes, Native corporations, and tribal organizations came together for a powerful two-day gathering focused on unity, collaboration, and shared purpose.
Representing Shee Atiká were Board Members Steve Karpstein (Chairman), Marcus Cogley (Secretary), Roxanne Drake-Burkhart, Jim Wilkins, and Kim Essendrup, along with Chief Administrative Officer Ptarmica Garnick.
The summit created a platform for renewed collaboration, strategic dialogue, and collective visioning around the most pressing issues facing our communities. Discussions centered on Unity & Shared Vision, Protecting Our Way of Life, and Investing in Our People, resulting in the identification of six key priority areas for regional cooperation.
Shee Atiká looks forward to continuing this important work and strengthening partnerships that honor our shared values and build a stronger future for Southeast Alaska.
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On September 30, Shee Atiká employees and shareholders joined together in wearing orange shirts to honor and remember the thousands of Indigenous children who were taken from their families and sent to residential schools.
Every Child Matters is a time to reflect, to acknowledge the children who never returned home, and to stand in solidarity with the survivors, their families, and their descendants.
At Shee Atiká, we proudly take part in this day of remembrance and awareness — reaffirming our commitment to truth, healing, and the protection of future generations.
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Halloween Candy at SAI Offices 🎃
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Lincoln Street Trick-or-Treat 2025 Hosted by the Greater Sitka Chamber of Commerce, Friday, October 31st, from 4 pm - 6 pm. We'll have a table in front of our building on Lincoln Street, handing out candy from 4 pm. until it's gone. Come stop by and say hello! A free event for the community. Bring the kids, dress up in your favorite costume, and trick-or-treat! Lincoln Street will only be open to foot traffic.
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Maurice (Mo) Evans Retires from Lakota Solutions
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Shee Atiká announces a key leadership transition at its subsidiaries Lakota Solutions and American Technical Solutions (AMTS).
After many years of dedicated service, Mo Evans has retired from his role as President of both companies. Mo’s visionary leadership and unwavering commitment have been instrumental in shaping the culture, operations, and success of Lakota Solutions and AMTS. Mo will remain involved as a contractor during this transition period to ensure a smooth handover.
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With that, we are excited to announce the promotion of Tammy Jones to General Manager of Lakota Solutions and AMTS. Tammy previously served as the companies’ Chief Operating Officer and brings extensive experience, deep operational insight, and a strong dedication to our values and goals. Her leadership will be key as we continue to grow and innovate.
Please join us in thanking Mo Evans for his outstanding contributions and in congratulating Tammy Jones on her new role. We look forward to this next chapter with confidence and enthusiasm.
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Committee News
Scholarship Committee
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Scholarship Committee Opening
Applications Due: November 7, 2025, 5 pm AK Time.
One seat is available each year:
- Term begins Dec. 1, 2025
- To apply, submit an application, a resume, and a letter of interest
- Three meetings per year (April, June, October) via Zoom ($1,000 stipend per meeting)
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Sitka Jobs and Events
How to find Sitka based jobs and events
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We know that our shareholders are interested in staying current on the jobs and events in the Sitka area. Our sheeatika.com website now has this information located at the top of the home page.
As always, jobs and events are accessible via your shareholder portal. Visiting the portal is the best way to make sure that you have the most recent, most important information. You can easily bookmark the portal by clicking the star or bookmark icon in your browser.
The most up-to-date jobs can be found by clicking CAREERS at the top of the homepage. Once on the job site (Shee Atika Government Services Careers—Job Opportunities), you can filter by location.
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Go Green with Shee Atiká 🌿
Take the First Step and Recieve Paperless Communications
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Join us in helping protect our resources for future generations by signing up for paperless communications!
By choosing electronic delivery, you’ll receive newsletters, announcements, and important shareholder updates straight to your inbox — faster, easier, and more sustainably.
Reducing hard paper copies not only saves costs but also supports Shee Atiká’s long-term goal of operating responsibly and efficiently for generations to come.
When you sign up for electronic delivery, you’ll still receive the following by mail:
• Meeting notices
• Annual reports
• Proxy statements
To sign up, simply click below and go to the “About Me” section of the shareholder portal to update your preferences.
Together, we can make a small change that creates a lasting impact.
Go Green with Shee Atiká today!
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Upcoming Office Closures
- October 17 - Reconciliation Day
- November 11 - Veterans Day
- November 27 - Thanksgiving
- November 28 - Day After Thanksgiving
- December 24 - Christmas Eve
- December 25 - Christmas Day
- December 31 - New Year’s Eve
- January 1 - New Year’s Day
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Your stock will (testamentary disposition) will let us know how you wish to pass down your Shee Atiká shares in the future.
Did You Know? Shareholders with just one share are eligible to receive academic, cultural, and vocational scholarships and receive distributions.
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Shareholder Portal Registration
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Register in 3 Easy Steps
1. Click here to register
2. Enter the required information
3. Click the register button
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Check your inbox for an email confirming your registration. Be sure to check your spam or junk folders as well. If you didn’t receive a confirmation email or for other questions about the MySheeAtiká Shareholder Portal, please contact Shareholder Relations.
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Bad Address List
Do You Know These Shareholders?
MySheeAtiká - Bad Address List
The contact information for many shareholders is not current and we need your help to find these shareholders. If you know anyone on this list, please tell them to contact us at info@sheeatika.com.
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