EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP

  1. Bill Anoatubby
    Governor
  2. Jay Keel
    Jay Keel is the administrator for the division of youth and family services. This division provides programs and services designed to benefit and contribute to the overall well-being of Chickasaw youth and families.
  3. Leta Burwell
    As the administrator for the division of social services, Leta Burwell provides resources that improve the quality of life and number of opportunities for Chickasaw people. This division includes seven area offices located throughout the Chickasaw Nation.
  4. Stanley Foster
    Stanley Foster, administrator for the division of facilities and support, oversees and monitors tribal properties and the tribe's landscaping program.
  5. Wayne Scribner
    Wayne Scribner is the administrator of the division of housing and tribal development. This division works to provide Chickasaw people with the best housing possible. He also monitors the planning and construction of tribal facilities.
  6. Karen Cook
    Karen Cook is the administrator for the division on aging. She is responsible for the senior nutrition centers along with various programs and services designed to assist and improve the lives of Chickasaw seniors.
  7. Tom John
    As administrator for the division of self-governance, Tom John negotiates the tribal operation of federal programs for Native Americans. He also oversees the Lighthorse Police Department and the evaluation of federal legislation, regulations and policies that impact the tribe.
  8. Wendell Gilliam
    Wendell Gilliam serves as the president and chief executive officer of Chickasaw Nation Industries (CNI). CNI promotes the economic development and long-term financial viability of the Chickasaw Nation.
  9. Robyn Elliott
    Robyn Elliott serves as the administrator for the division of communications, media and community development. This division works to deliver timely information to citizens, the media and the general public through a variety of outlets. The division also creates and implements community outreach and development projects.
  10. Brian Campbell
    As the chief strategic development officer for the division of commerce, Brian Campbell monitors the regulatory environment and state and federal legislation related to gaming and other tribal endeavors. He also oversees tribal economic development strategies.
  11. Lona Barrick
    As administrator for the division of arts and humanities, Lona Barrick strives to provide individual artistic development for Chickasaws with opportunities in arts education, performing arts, visual arts and literary arts programs.
  12. Kirk Perry
    Kirk Perry is the administrator of the division of policies and standards. This division ensures the tribe has the proper policies and procedures in place to maintain a solid infrastructure, an increased degree of accountability and proper management of resources.
  13. Bill Lance
    Bill Lance serves as the division of commerce chief executive officer. He oversees numerous business operations of the tribe. The revenue generated by these operations serves as a supplement for many programs and services within the Chickasaw Nation.
  14. Pat Woods
    As the administrator for the division of program operations, Pat Woods provides resources and opportunities for Chickasaw people. She oversees many services including the transportation program, horticulture program, Chickasaw Farms, Career Development Initiative and re-entry program.
  15. Ross Hill
    Ross Hill is president and chief executive officer of Bank2, a subsidiary of the Chickasaw Nation owned by Chickasaw Banc Holding Company.
  16. Jefferson Keel
    Lieutenant Governor
  17. Jenny Trett
    As the chief financial administrator, Jenny Trett is responsible for the oversight of the financial affairs of the Chickasaw Nation. This division is comprised of many departments including internal audit, property and supply, procurement and the office of management and budget.
  18. Dr. Amanda Cobb-Greetham
    Dr. Amanda Cobb-Greetham is the administrator of the division of history and culture. This division oversees the preservation and development of cultural opportunities while collecting historical documents, genealogical records and oral histories.
  19. Dr. Judy Goforth-Parker
    As the administrator for the Chickasaw Nation Division of Health, Dr. Judy Goforth-Parker is responsible for all health services operated by the tribe. These services include the Carl Albert Indian Health Facility, food distribution centers, wellness centers, area health clinics and pharmacies.
  20. Jalinda Kelley
    As the administrator for the division of administrative services, Jalinda Kelley oversees many operations of internal support for the organization, including human resources, information technology, training and career development and tribal government services.
  21. Deanna Hartley-Kelso
    As administrator for the division of justice, Deanna Hartley-Kelso provides guidance and legal services to the executive department and all of the departments contained therein. This division also provides juvenile justice and substance abuse education programs.
  22. Lisa John
    Lisa John is the administrator for the division of education. She oversees educational opportunities including child care, Head Start, education services, supportive programs and vocational rehabilitation.
  23. Ken Ross(not pictured)
    As the chief executive officer and founder of Solara Healthcare, Ken Ross is responsible for the oversight of the organization, which is a tribal business venture that provides long-term acute care for hospital patients.