Bering Straits Native Corporation

01/08/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 01/08/2024 20:18

BSNC Promotes Melissa Aningayou to Associate Director of Shareholder Development

Bering Straits Native Corporation (BSNC) is pleased to announce the promotion of descendant Melissa Aningayou to Associate Director of Shareholder Development. In this role, Aningayou will be responsible for overseeing current shareholder development programs while playing a critical role in building out new initiatives and leading their strategic implementation.

Aningayou has been with BSNC for over two years and brings more than a decade of supervisory experience to her position. During her time at BSNC, she has been instrumental in enhancing the internship program and implementing the LEAD program. Her superb dependability has been a driving force in advancing BSNC's Shareholder Development Department.

Aningayou is currently enrolled in the Alaska Native Business Management Occupational Endorsement Certification program at the University of Alaska Anchorage. Prior to joining BSNC, she had a successful career in the banking industry, where she led results-driven teams as a branch manager.

Aningayou values working closely with BSNC shareholders and descendants, whether they are employed with the company or participating in shareholder programs. Her family is from Gambell, Alaska, on St. Lawrence Island. Her mother is original shareholder Audrey Aningayou, and her grandparents are the late John and Adeline Aningayou. Congratulations, Melissa!