Biography:

Occupation:
Owner, Gattis Aircraft

September 1983 - Present

Sales and leasing of aircraft in Alaska. All aspects of running and managing the business.

Education:
University of Alaska Anchorage, B.A. Aviation Tech

Graduated 1987

Other Political and Government Positions:
Board Member, Mat-Su Borough School Board: Oct 2011 - Jan 2013

Goose Creek Citizens Advisory Board Member

Pt. MacKenzie Comprehensive Plan Board Member

Alaska Transportation Council

Mat-Su Core Area Zoning Board

Business and Professional Positions:
Sales Manager, Northern Air Cargo

November 1987 - December 1992

Traveled to Alaskan remote villages setting up runway accessibilities for larger aircraft.



Sales Manager, Flying Tiger Lines

September 1983 - November 1987

Handled corporate sales and marketing efforts including contracts, bidding, presentations and negotiations. Supervised staff, coordinated sales between employees and increased the company’s sales by 300%.



Area Manager for Western Alaska, Kodiak Western Alaska Airlines

June 1979 - September 1983

Responsible for the operations and dispatch for the Dillingham and King Salmon, AK. Budgeting & forecasting, and sales, cargo and passengers of 72 communities in the Western Alaska area. Supervision of more than 50 employees.



Real Estate Agent, Bowden Company Realtors

February 1977 - June 1979

Licensed real estate agent and in charge of the company’s marketing activities, including ad placements.



Product Promotion, Stanley Thompson Company

June 1975 - February 1977

Costumer service for rural areas and mail promotions for grocery items.



Financial Management and Associates, Inc.

May 1973 - June 1975

Customer service for rural areas and mail promotions for grocery items.

Service Organizations and Community Involvement:
Scoutmaster, Boy Scouts of America Board Member