James R. Johnsen
Chairman at The Alaska Commission on Postsecondary Education
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James R.
Johnsen is currently the Chairman of The Alaska Commission on Postsecondary Education.
He also holds the position of Vice Chairman at the University of Alaska Foundation since 2015.
Additionally, he is the Managing Director of Johnsen Fretty & Co. LLC.
He serves as a Director at The Alaska State Chamber of Commerce, Alaska Aerospace Corp., and the Western Interstate Commission for Higher Education.
In his former positions, Dr. Johnsen served as a Director at Geeks On Call Holdings, Inc. and Commonwealth North.
He was also the Senior Vice President-Human Resources at Alaska Communications Systems Group, Inc. from 2011 to 2012.
He held the position of Vice President at Southport Partners LP.
At the University of Alaska, he served as the Chief of Staff & Vice President-Administration in 2008.
He was the Senior Vice President-Administration at Doyon Ltd.
from 2008 to 2011.
He also served as the President of the University of Alaska System.
Dr. Johnsen's education includes a doctorate from the University of Pennsylvania, a graduate degree from The University of Chicago, and an undergraduate degree from the University of California, Santa Cruz.
James R. Johnsen active positions
| Companies | Position | Start |
|---|---|---|
Johnsen Fretty & Co. LLC
 Johnsen Fretty & Co. LLC Investment Banks/BrokersFinance Johnsen Fretty & Co. LLC provides investment bank assisting services. The private company is based in Stamford, CT. | Corporate Officer/Principal | 11/01/2010 |
The Alaska State Chamber of Commerce
 The Alaska State Chamber of Commerce Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services The Alaska State Chamber of Commerce is an organization dedicated to improving the business environment in Alaska. The organization partners with the Greater Juneau Chamber of Commerce to host a weekly Business Roundtable Luncheon during the legislative session, where speakers address key issues facing the state and local economies. The non-profit company is based in Juneau, AK. The Chamber represents hundreds of businesses from various regions in Alaska that share a common goal of making the state a viable and competitive place to do business. The Chamber hosts events and advocates for policies that benefit the local and state economies. The Alaska Chamber also supports the Alaska Business Political Action Committee, which provides an opportunity for individuals interested in the future of business to contribute to worthy candidates for the State Legislature, the office of Lieutenant Governor, and the office of Governor. | Director/Board Member | - |
| University of Alaska Foundation | Director/Board Member | - |
Western Interstate Commission for Higher Education
 Western Interstate Commission for Higher Education Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services The Western Interstate Commission for Higher Education is a non-profit organization that provides regional interstate compact higher educational services. The private company is based in Boulder, CO. | Corporate Officer/Principal | - |
| The Alaska Commission on Postsecondary Education | Chairman | - |
Alaska Aerospace Corp.
 Alaska Aerospace Corp. Aerospace & DefenseElectronic Technology Alaska Aerospace Corp. provides aerospace safety support services. It provides access to space, through its spaceport for commercial and government interests. The company was founded in 1991 and is headquartered in Anchorage, AK. | Director/Board Member | - |
Former positions of James R. Johnsen
| Companies | Position | End |
|---|---|---|
| ALASKA COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEMS GROUP, INC. | Human Resources Officer | - |
Doyon Ltd.
 Doyon Ltd. Oilfield Services/EquipmentIndustrial Services Doyon Ltd. engages in the development and exploration natural resources products. It operates in engineering, drilling operations, remote camp services, and security services. It also engages in oil and gas exploration, government contracting and tourism, among others. It was founded in 1971 and is headquartered in Fairbanks, AK. | Chief Administrative Officer | 31/12/2010 |
| University of Alaska | Chief Administrative Officer | 31/12/2007 |
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Training of James R. Johnsen
| The University of Chicago | Graduate Degree |
| University of Pennsylvania | Doctorate Degree |
| University of California, Santa Cruz | Undergraduate Degree |
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| Listed companies | 1 |
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| MMI-GOC, LLC | Commercial Services |
| Private companies | 11 |
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Doyon Ltd.
Doyon Ltd. Oilfield Services/EquipmentIndustrial Services Doyon Ltd. engages in the development and exploration natural resources products. It operates in engineering, drilling operations, remote camp services, and security services. It also engages in oil and gas exploration, government contracting and tourism, among others. It was founded in 1971 and is headquartered in Fairbanks, AK. | Industrial Services |
Johnsen Fretty & Co. LLC
Johnsen Fretty & Co. LLC Investment Banks/BrokersFinance Johnsen Fretty & Co. LLC provides investment bank assisting services. The private company is based in Stamford, CT. | Finance |
Southport Partners LP
 Southport Partners LP Investment Banks/BrokersFinance Southport Partners LP provides financial services. It offers investment banking services such as valuations, capital for fund managers, strategic partnerships, private placements of capital, and mergers and acquisitions. The company was founded in 1986 and is headquartered in Southport, CT. | Finance |
The Alaska State Chamber of Commerce
The Alaska State Chamber of Commerce Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services The Alaska State Chamber of Commerce is an organization dedicated to improving the business environment in Alaska. The organization partners with the Greater Juneau Chamber of Commerce to host a weekly Business Roundtable Luncheon during the legislative session, where speakers address key issues facing the state and local economies. The non-profit company is based in Juneau, AK. The Chamber represents hundreds of businesses from various regions in Alaska that share a common goal of making the state a viable and competitive place to do business. The Chamber hosts events and advocates for policies that benefit the local and state economies. The Alaska Chamber also supports the Alaska Business Political Action Committee, which provides an opportunity for individuals interested in the future of business to contribute to worthy candidates for the State Legislature, the office of Lieutenant Governor, and the office of Governor. | Commercial Services |
| University of Alaska Foundation | |
Alaska Communications Systems Group, Inc.
 Alaska Communications Systems Group, Inc. Major TelecommunicationsCommunications Alaska Communications Systems Group, Inc. engages in the provision of fiber broadband and managed information technology (IT) services. It offers technology and service enabled customer solutions to business and wholesale customers in and out of Alaska. The firm's products and services include broadband, voice and managed IT, access, and high cost support and carrier termination services. The company was founded by James H. Huesgen and Wayne P. Graham in October 1998 and is headquartered in Anchorage, AK. | Communications |
Western Interstate Commission for Higher Education
Western Interstate Commission for Higher Education Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services The Western Interstate Commission for Higher Education is a non-profit organization that provides regional interstate compact higher educational services. The private company is based in Boulder, CO. | Commercial Services |
| The Alaska Commission on Postsecondary Education | Government |
Alaska Aerospace Corp.
Alaska Aerospace Corp. Aerospace & DefenseElectronic Technology Alaska Aerospace Corp. provides aerospace safety support services. It provides access to space, through its spaceport for commercial and government interests. The company was founded in 1991 and is headquartered in Anchorage, AK. | Electronic Technology |
University of Alaska System
 University of Alaska System Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services University of Alaska System operates as a holding company with interests in providing educational and research institution that offers academic programs, degrees, and certificates in the arts and sciences. The firm consists of three main universities, each with several satellite campuses in smaller communities. The company was founded in 1917 and is headquartered in Fairbanks, AK. | Consumer Services |
Commonwealth North
 Commonwealth North Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Commonwealth North engages in educate Alaskans on significant public policy issues and assist in identifying effective solutions. The company was founded by Governors Bill Egan and Walter Hickel in 1979 and is headquartered in Anchorage, AK. | Commercial Services |
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