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Ahtna Kanas Winter 2025

PATH Program Highlights

Clarinda Bell, Receptionist, AI

Please join Ahtna in welcoming Clarinda Bell, the newest PATH Program participant. A member of the Naltsiine (Sky) Clan, Clarinda is the daughter of Juanita Johns and Wayne Bell II. Her maternal grandparents are the late Warren Johns and Catherine Lincoln, and her paternal grandparents are Marlene Macy and Wayne Bell I. She brings a diverse background to her new role, with previous experience as an administrative assistant, cashier, village water tester, and daycare worker. Through the PATH Program, Clarinda is eager to develop valuable administrative skills and deepen her cultural knowledge, both of which will help her achieve her long-term goal of pursuing a leadership role in Ahtna. With a strong desire to empower youth and support her community, Clarinda is excited to grow professionally and inspire others to seek opportunities at Ahtna and beyond.

More About the PATH Program

Ahtna’s Career PATH (Partnership, Accountability, Training, Hope) participants support departments while learning new skills and gaining experience. This exposure and mentorship help shareholders determine a career plan within the Ahtna family of companies. Shareholders are encouraged to contact Shareholder Employee Career PATH Supervisor Ve’dra Bechtol at (907) 868-8204 or vbechtol@ahtna.net and visit www.ahtna.com/path to learn more. The program is a wonderful introduction to the Ahtna family of companies and can lead to many different career path opportunities.