Laurie Luke
Yupik and Cowichan
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Ms. Luke’s Human Resources portfolio includes experience in full-cycle recruiting and employee engagement, primarily within the tribal health and Alaska Native Corporation sectors. Known for her strong communication skills and strategic partnership abilities, Laurie has successfully collaborated with business leaders to enhance workforce capabilities and improve organizational effectiveness.
Throughout her career, Laurie has held various roles that demonstrate her commitment to recruitment excellence. Most recently, as a Recruiting Consultant at Arctic Slope Regional Corporation, she managed day-to-day recruiting activities, coordinated background checks, and organized recruitment events, ensuring a seamless hiring process. Prior to this, as an HR Specialist at Cook Inlet Region, Inc., she facilitated the hiring and onboarding of qualified candidates while maintaining compliance with employment regulations.
Laurie's tenure as a Professional Recruiter at Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation highlighted her ability to develop and implement both local and national recruiting plans, utilizing innovative sourcing strategies to attract top talent. During her time as a Statewide Recruiter with the Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium, she managed a substantial number of requisitions and provided recruitment support to tribal partners across Alaska, showcasing her capability to operate in high-volume environments.
With a background in program administration and previous roles as a Nurse Recruiter and Associate Recruiter, Laurie has honed her skills in managing complex recruitment processes and ensuring effective communication with stakeholders. Her education includes training in Business & Office Technology, Medical Coding & Billing, and Breastfeeding Peer Counseling, further complementing her extensive HR expertise.
Passionate about people and results-driven, Laurie thrives in both independent and team settings. She is committed to continuous learning and uses her positive outlook to navigate challenges, making her a valuable asset in any organization.
EDUCATION
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Alaska Vocational Technical Center, Medical Coding and Billing
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Alaska Vocational Technical Center, Business & Office Technology
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University of Alaska Anchorage, Breastfeeding Peer Counselor
EXPERTISE
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Full-Cycle Recruitment
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Tribal Health Organization’s in Alaska
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Strategic Tribal Partnerships
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Social Media Marketing & Management
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Networking
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Sourcing & Screening Top Talent
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Building, Establishing & Maintaining Relationships
HIGHLIGHTS
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Supported Tribal Health Organizations in the State of Alaska
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Supported Nursing Services for Alaska Native Medical Center
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Implemented Compensation Increases for Nursing
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Created & Implemented Efficient Flow Processes
Nokomis Strategies is an American Indian, Woman-owned firm dedicated to building capacity, strengthening systems, and supporting the missions of Tribes, Alaska Native Corporations, nonprofits, and governments.
Shelley Christopherson
Mrs. Christopherson’s technical assistance and training portfolio includes two decades of specialization in bookkeeping and accounting for small to large businesses. She has a passion for helping Alaskan businesses thrive through a multi-pronged approach, which includes compliance, financial recordkeeping, financial reporting, marketing, analysis, budgeting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, human resources, administration, and payroll. Shelley has experience in tax preparation for individuals, pass-through entities, corporations, and not for profit organizations. She also has audit experience for small businesses and tribal councils. Shelley has not only been a tax preparer, but has also been the liaison for several businesses and their CPA’s.
Shelley strives to empathetically and professionally aid in some of the most vulnerable pressure points for businesses and organizations. She thrives in open minded collaboration, and finds delight in problem solving. Shelley has spent the past 20 years dedicating herself to multiple industries in South Central Alaska. Compassionate service is her life’s mission.
Nokomis Strategies is an American Indian, Woman-owned firm dedicated to building capacity, strengthening systems, and supporting the missions of Tribes, Alaska Native Corporations, nonprofits, and governments.

EDUCATION
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Bachelor of Business Administration, Accounting from University of Alaska Anchorage
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Associates of Liberal Arts from Metropolitan State University of Denver and University of Alaska Anchorage
EXPERTISE
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QuickBooks desktop and online
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Tax and/or Audit liaison
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Full accounting cycle assistance
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Payroll and payroll tax filings
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401K Administration
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Technical writing
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Business Management
HIGHLIGHTS
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Lead planner and presenter for the National Day of Racial Healing in 2017
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Lead organizer for the 2016 Dance for Mother Earth Powwow
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Implemented Compensation Increases for Nursing
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Organized the 2011 First Alaskans Institute Summer Internship Program
