Team & Leadership
Meet the American Indigenous Tourism Association Team
The dynamic teamwork of the American Indigenous Tourism Association’s staff, Board of Directors, funders, partners, consultants and members is the most significant driver in pursuing and realizing our mission. Our team has significant experience working in Indigenous travel and tourism as well as expertise in economic and program development, rural planning and marketing.
Sherry L. Rupert
Chief Executive Officer
Hannah Peterson
Program Development Director
Gail E. Chehak
Community and Partner Relations Director
Dawnielle Tehama
Education and Business Development Director
Colleen Coleman
Community Navigator Project Director
Bruce Rettig
Research and Outreach Manager
Ariel Richardson
Office Manager
Sherrie L. Bowman
Education Support Specialist
Geri Hongeva
Tribal Content Developer
Lorraine Gala Lewis
Research and Outreach Coordinator
Wynette Philemonof
Administrative Specialist
Eric Villegas
Partner Program Coordinator
Larry Burton
In Memoriam