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9259 December 18, 2015 TO THE HONORABLE SENATE OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON Ladies and Gentlemen: I have the honor to submit the following reappointment, subject to your confirmation: Michael Finley appointed November 13, 2015 for the term ending September 30, 2021 as a Member of the Eastern Washington University Board of Trustees. Sincerely, Jay Inslee Governor Last Name: Finley First Name: Michael Middle Name: Owen Board or commision for which you would like to be considered. Eastern Washington University Board of Trustees Conact Information - Home Contact Information - Work Employer: Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation Street PO Box 270 Street PO Box 150 Address: Address: City: Inchelium City: Nespelem State: Washington State: Washington Zip: 99138 Zip: 99155 County: Ferry County: Home Phone: (509) 722-3802 Work Phone: (509) 634-2208 Cell Phone: (509) 631-4887 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Are you registered to vote in Washington State? Legislative district in which you reside: Yes Legislative District-7 Birth date Congressional district in which you reside: 8/23/1978 5 District Have you ever been convicted of or found to have committed a crime offense? (Do not include traffic offenses for which the fine was less than $200.00) No If yes, please explain: Education High School: College: Post Graduate: Inchelium High School Eastern Washington University Eastern Washington University Graduated: Graduated: Graduated: Yes Yes Yes Year Graduated: Year Graduated: Year Graduated: 1996 2003 2005 Degree: Degree: BA-History MA-History Current Employment Job Title: Chairman, Colville Business Council Employer: Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation Employment Date: 1/17/2008 Contact Person: Billy Nicholson Contact Phone: (509) 634-2218 Professional Licenses held (if applicable) See Resume attached Professional References Name: William Nicholson II Name: Jim Boyd Title: Secretary, Colville Tribes Title: Vice Chairman, Colville Tribes Organization: Organization: Relationship: Co-Worker Relationship: Co-Worker Phone Number: (509) 846-3263 Phone Number: (509) 634-1540 Personal References Name: Chief Allan Name: Greg Abrehamson Title: Chairman, Coeur d'Alene Title: Councilman, Spokane Tribe of Tribe Indians Organization: Organization: Relationship: friend Relationship: friend Phone Number: (208) 755-0268 Phone Number: (509) 991-7503 Previous employment or experience See Resume Attached Memberships in professional, civic organizations or government boards or commissions(please include offices held and dates of terms) See Resume Attached Community service/volunteer activities See Biography attached Could you or any member of your family be affected financially by decisions made by the board or commission for which you are applying? No If yes, please explain: Have you been a registered lobbyist or have you employed a lobbyist at any time during the past five years? No If yes, did you receive any compensation? No Board and commission meetings are held during the day. Are you able to come prepared and actively participate in day meetings? Yes Why do you want to serve on this board or commission? I was born and raised in the region and attended Eastern Washington University. I've always cherished my time at EWU and always felt compelled to return and give back to the insitution that has given so much to me. EWU set me on a path to sucess and it never ceases to amaze me how many doors continue to open and the endless opportunities to be had. I've literally traveled the world and met many, many forgeign and national digitaries, which includes the President of the United States on five seperate ocassions. Growing up, I never thought this would be possible. Having been raised on the Colville Reservation, it can be a difficult transition to the college atmoshphere for some. But EWU welcomed me with open arms and allowed me realize my potential. Although my expereinces at EWU were by and large positive, there's always room for improvement, especially for those students that come from humble roots and/or a diverse ethinic background. I was one of them, and I know firsthand their struggles. I want to help make that transition into college life easier in hopes that more students will stay enrolled and realize their goals. Gender: Male US Armed Forces: No Race: American Indian or Alaska Native Branch: US Citizen: Yes Type of Discharge: Campaigns: Do you have a permanent physical, sensory, or mental condition that limits your major life functions, such as working, caring for yourself, walking, doing things with your hands, seeing, hearing, speaking and learning? No If yes, please explain: I hereby authorize that my criminal history and tax records be released to the Governor or the Governor's representative and certify that the information provided in this application is true, correct and complete to the best of my knowledge. Date: 5/22/2014 Michael O. Finley P.O. Box 270 Inchelium, WA. 99138 (509) 631-4887 Experience: 01/2008-Present Colville Confederated Tribes Nespelem, WA. Colville Business Council The Colville Confederated Tribes (CCT) is a sovereign nation governed by a 14- person board of Colville tribal members (elected positions) officially titled the Colville Business Council (CBC). The CBC is the legislative body of the CCT and its membership. Served as Chairman of the CBC for four years and Vice Chairman for two. Charged with enhancing the quality of life for the Colville Indian People and protecting the resources of the Colville Indian Reservation, which encompasses 1.4 million acres of land, (2,100 square acres) located in North Central Washington State. These lands are diverse with natural resources including standing timber, streams, rivers, lakes, minerals, varied terrain, native plants and wildlife. Developed policies and laws within the jurisdiction of the exterior boundaries of the reservation and within non contagious tribal trust properties and Usual and Accustom places where pertinent. CBC oversees an administration and budget of over $150 million dollars annually, which is financed primarily from revenues generated from the sale of the Tribes timber products, gaming, and other sources, including federal, state and private contributions, and employs over 1,300 individuals in permanent, part- time and seasonal positions. Continuous government to government communication with outside governmental agencies—whether federal, state or local—to protect, promote and enhance the interests and rights of the CCT and its membership. Oversees the board of directors of the Colville Tribal Federal Corporation (CTFC), which is a Section 17 corporation comprising of several enterprise divisions. The Corporation employs over 1000 people. 7/2012-9/2013 Colville Tribal Federal Corporation Coulee Dam, WA. Board of Directors Wholly owned by the CCT, CTFC is one of the largest, most diverse Native American owned businesses in northeastern Washington State. The company currently manages 13 enterprises that include gaming, recreation and tourism, retail and construction, employing over 1000 people and generating over $120 million in revenues each year. Charged with maximizing the wealth and generate surplus revenues for the benefit of the Corporation and the Tribes. The surplus revenues are used to provide necessary governmental services and other benefits to tribal members. Provide opportunities for investing tribal and corporate resources in future enterprises. Responsible for establishing policy and guidelines for management of the BOD and affairs of the CTFC. Adopted rules and regulations for the conduct of BOD meetings and the management of the Corporation as deemed proper, consistent with the Charter or the laws of the Tribes. Reviewed and provided guidance to organizational goals and associate performance results related to quality of service & product, quantity, cost and timelines. Maintained advanced working knowledge of the full spectrum of financial operations and issues, including budget development, audits, contract administration and payroll. Created partnerships in developing and implementing financial goals that includes working with diverse financial institutions. Worked collaboratively and effectively with both private and public sectors, including their respective staff, managers, clients, stockholders and customers. Reported directly to the Management & Budget Committee of the CBC. 01/2005-01/2008 Colville Confederated Tribes Nespelem, WA. Traditional Cultural Property Coordinator Researched archives, manuscripts, newspapers, special collections and libraries for linguistics and ethnographical and anthropological information pertaining to assigned projects and reports, as mandated by the Tribal Historic Preservation Officer (THPO) or various local, state and government agencies. Communicated with elders of the Colville Confederated Tribes to elicit ethnographic, historic, and linguistic information relating to assigned projects. Operated field equipment such as digital video cameras, mini disc recorders, and mapping equipment such as GPS units to ensure the information each elder provided was documented correctly. Continued use of various database programs, i.e. MS Access, MS Excel, MS Word, Arc View GIS, and Pathfinder (GPS). Regularly used and implemented knowledge of local, state and federal cultural resources laws and regulations, including NEPA, ARPA, NAGPRA, and AIRFA. Assisted the THPO of the Colville Confederated Tribes with ensuring compliance of