STAFF
Loris A. Taylor
Hopi/Acoma
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President/CEO
Loris has served as President/CEO of NPM since its inception. Her leadership represents the media interests of Native Americans through journalism, public policies, and media technologies of radio, television, and Internet. The FCC Office of Native Affairs and Policy and FCC Tribal Priority for broadcast are among her many accomplishments.
Ellery Charley
Navajo/Hualapai
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Development Coordinator
Ellery oversees developing and executing fundraising strategies to ensure NPM's fiscal sustainability. Additionally, he oversees and optimizes the organization's internal operations to maintain efficient, effective, and mission-driven activities. He holds degrees from Arizona Western College and Weber State University, combining academic excellence with practical experience to deliver impactful results.
Brian Wadsworth
Kooyooe Tukuda (Pyramid Lake Paiute Tribe)
Chief Operating Officer
Brian graduated from the University of Nevada, Reno, Nevada, with Bachelor of Science degrees in Business Administration and Accounting. He also graduated from Gonzaga University with a Master of Business Administration in American Indian Entrepreneurship. Brian has extensive experience in organizational leadership, financial management, auditing, and accounting, spanning Tribal and State Governments and the private sector. As the Chief Operating Officer, Brian oversees the day-to-day operations, enhancing the Station Support Program and driving NPM’s strategic goals under the direction of the President and CEO and the Board of Directors.
Gaileen Keams
Navajo
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Administrative Coordinator
Gaileen has over 10 years experience working in the administrative field. As the Administrative Assistant, Gaileen will provide administrative support for senior staff, board and committees.
Kyler Edsitty
Navajo
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Program Coordinator
Kyler is a graduate from Northern Arizona University with degrees in Journalism and Women and Gender Studies. As the Program Coordinator, Kyler manages the Station Support program and Training and Education program providing services to 59 Native licensed radio stations and working directly with the Station Advisory Committee.