Staff

Gay Kingman

Executive Director

A. Gay Kingman is the Executive Director of the Great Plains Tribal Chairmen’s Association, where she serves as a leading advocate for the sovereign rights, policy priorities, and collective voice of the Tribal Nations across the Great Plains. With decades of experience in fed...

Kellen Returns From Scout

Finance Director

Kellen Returns From Scout serves as the Finance Director for the Great Plains Tribal Chairmen’s Association, where he oversees financial management, budgeting, and fiscal accountability for the organization. With a strong background in financial administration and tribal progr...

Mark Van Norman

Senior Council

Mark Van Norman serves as Senior Counsel for the Great Plains Tribal Chairmen’s Association, providing legal and policy guidance on matters affecting Tribal sovereignty, treaty rights, and federal Indian law. With extensive experience in legislative advocacy and government rel...