Edward Thomas
Central Council Tlingit & Haida Indian Tribes of Alaska

Edward K. Thomas (T’sa Xoo, Skil’ Quidaunce) is Tlingit of the Raven moiety, Sukteeneidí (Dog Salmon) Clan. He serves as President of the Central Council Tlingit & Haida Indian Tribes of Alaska, a position he has held for over 23 years. The Central Council represents over 27,000 Tlingit and Haida Indians nationwide, has over 200 employees, and an operating budget of over $20 million in programs annually. Mr. Thomas has served on numerous boards and brings an outstanding record of high-level service and tribal leadership in the region, within the state and nationally. He has served on the Sealaska Board of Directors since 1993. Ed holds a Masters Degree in Education Administration from Pennsylvania State University and a Bachelors of Science Degree in Education from the University of Alaska. He was born and raised in Craig, Alaska.

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