Dave began his role as SVP & Managing Director for Saltchuk in 2019. He is responsible for collaborating Saltchuk’s Alaska companies on business development, public policy issues, philanthropy, and Saltchuk’s overall profile in Alaska. Prior to joining Saltchuk full-time, Dave served as the President and CEO of Northern Air Cargo and in various aviation-related roles since 2006. Dave is a 55 plus-year resident of Alaska who was raised in Nome. He’s married to Debbie and they have four grown children. Dave is involved in multiple not-for-profit boards. His primary passion is focusing on youth development and responsible natural resource development in Alaska.