Address: 3875 Geist Rd Suite E-326, Fairbanks, AK 99709

Ken Anderson Address: 3875 Geist Rd Suite E-326, Fairbanks, AK 99709 Phone: (907) 378-4231; E-mail: [email protected]

EDUCATION AND TRAINING  Present- UAF, Biology major  1994-1996 UAF, Biology major o Received Emergency Medical Training (EMT) certificate  1990-1992 University of North Dakota, Aviation major o Received private pilot’s license o Scholarship Athlete (wrestling)  1990 Diploma, Forest Lake Senior High School, Minnesota o Captain of wrestling team, state runner-up and national competitor

SKILLS  Small business owner understanding all facets of practical business administration  Knowledge of computer skills including familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite  Management of 30 + employees from diverse backgrounds through small business enterprises  Construction experience from the ground up including: dirt work, concrete, framing, finishing, plumbing, electrical, and roofing  Experienced with heavy equipment including dozers, backhoe, front end loader, forklift, and cranes as well as the use and repair of small engines  Professional athlete- champion sled dog racer  Public speaker  Conversant in Spanish

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Kennel Owner and Professional Sled Dog Racer Self - Fairbanks, AK 08/1994 - Present  Performed daily care, training, and racing of between 30-100 sled dogs, working long hours in physically demanding, harsh conditions.  Managed 2-3 employees at any given time  Secured and collaborated with corporate sponsors Finisher of 17 Iditarod’s (including 16, top-20 places) and 4 Yukon Quests (4, top-five places) with no scratches, plus numerous other races worldwide  Used and maintained kennel-related machinery including gas and diesel generators, solar panels, wind generators, battery banks, snow machines, ATV’s, and various other small engines at a large, off-grid property  Coached new mushers to qualify for and run the Yukon Quest and Iditarod  Founded and organized a 300-mile sled dog race

Public Speaker Self - Fairbanks, AK 05/2003 - 03/2017  Performed educational, entertaining talks for tourists and school classes on my unique, off-grid lifestyle and adventures in the Iditarod Sled Dog Race.

Mushing Guide Alaska Icefield Expeditions - Skagway, AK 05/2000 - 09/2001  Performed sled daily sled dog tours to guests while living in a remote glacier camp.  Performed odd jobs including carpentry and maintenance with a small crew for long hours under harsh, physically demanding circumstances.  Served as the camp EMT

Carpenter Golden Heart Construction - Fairbanks, AK 05/1999 - 08/1999  Study specifications in blueprints, sketches, or building plans to prepare projects  Layout and determine dimensions and materials required  Shape or cut materials to specified measurements, using hand tools, machines, or power saws  Follow established safety rules and regulations and maintain a safe and clean environment  Measure and mark cutting lines on materials, using a ruler, pencil, chalk, and marking gauge  Verify trueness of structure, using plumb bob and level. Assemble and fasten materials to make frameworks or props, using hand tools and wood screws, nails, dowel pins, or glue  Erect scaffolding or ladders for assembling structures above ground level.

Log home builder Skookum Builders - Fairbanks, AK 05/1996 - 09/1998  Worked as a log peeler, log builder's apprentice, and carpenter  Used heavy equipment (crane) and a variety of hand tools including chainsaws  Helped with the construction of several houses from the ground up including concrete work, log work, and roof installation

Hobbies, Interests  Avid sailor and boater  Camping/hiking  Downhill and cross-country skiing.