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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.

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Ellery Charley

Navajo/Hualapai

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Operations and Development Manager

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.

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Brian Wadsworth

Kooyooe Tukuda (Pyramid Lake Paiute Tribe) 

Financial Director

Brian has extensive experience in financial management, auditing, and accounting, spanning Tribal and State Governments and the private sector. Brian directs NPM's financial management and the financial compliance of stations in the Community Service Grant Program of the Corporation for Public Broadcasting. 

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Gaileen Keams

Navajo

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Administrative Assistant

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.

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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. 

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