Mary unites diverse stakeholders across federal, tribal, and corporate interests to drive economic development and solve complex challenges in Alaska.
As a non-lawyer government affairs professional, Mary excels at bringing together unlikely allies to achieve transformative results for Alaska projects and meet clients’ business goals. A member of an Alaskan tribe, she draws on her distinctive culture and experiences in federal, state, and tribal governance to help clients navigate complex regulatory and policy challenges. As both a Congresswoman and an Alaska State Representative, she honed skills and strategies to align diverse stakeholders, from federal agencies to Alaska Native communities to forge bipartisan solutions that advance critical infrastructure and resource development initiatives.
Clients benefit from Mary's deep understanding of Alaska's distinct regional ecosystems, economic drivers, and cultural landscapes. She leverages a collaborative approach and strong relationships within federal agencies, Congress, Alaska state government, and Native communities to advance client objectives and build lasting alliances among diverse stakeholders.