Originally from Kodiak, Germaine spent the majority of her youth in the Pacific Northwest. She moved back to Alaska in 2016 to assist in empowering Alutiiq Shareholders and Descendants through education. Germaine provides her talents for connecting people and ideas in order to deliver effective solutions for the Koniag Education Foundation. As Executive Director, she serves to expand programs, create opportunities and develop scholarships to ensure Alutiiq students succeed and achieve their goals.

Prior to joining KEF, Germaine worked in a variety of community-based organizations and has over 9 years of experience in the non-profit sector. She is an enrolled tribal citizen and Council Member of the Tangirnaq Native Village, and is a shareholder of both Leisnoi and Koniag. She also volunteers as a member and Secretary of the Alaska Geographic Board of Directors.

Germaine holds a BA in American Indian Studies from the University of Washington and an MBA from Alaska Pacific University. She enjoys the outdoors, spending time with her family and friends, and traveling.

Judy Smith has called Alaska home since 1997. With a passion for exploration and curiosity, she carved a journey in the gas and oil industry for over 16 years. Beyond her professional achievements, Judy finds joy in embracing nature. An outdoor enthusiast, she revels in the wonders of gardening, fishing, camping, and embarking on adventures riding her 2018 Can Am Spyder discovering back roads.

In 2011, Judy earned her motorcycle endorsement, opening doors to new experiences. Her passion for safety and responsibility led her to become a certified instructor in Accident Scene Management (for Motorcycles) in 2015, a distinction shared by only two individuals in Alaska.

Judy holds an associate of arts in business administration and remains steadfast in her commitment to learning, growing, and providing opportunities for Koniag Shareholders and Descendants. She eagerly looks forward to the exciting chapters ahead.