Arctic Leadership Lecture Series
Alaska State Legislature, Week Two
February 6th, 2025
Join Senator Natasha von Imhof and Sarah Evans, Chief of Staff for Representative Maxine Dibert, for a compelling discussion on leadership in Alaska’s legislative process. They will share their personal and professional journeys that led to their current roles, reflect on what makes leadership in the Alaska State Legislature unique, and discuss their leadership styles. The speakers will also address the pressing challenges they are working to resolve and provide valuable advice for those aspiring to leadership roles in Alaska’s government and policy-making arenas.
About Senator Natasha von Imhof
As a fourth generation Alaskan, Natasha is deeply rooted in Alaska. Born and raised in Anchorage, she graduated from Harvard College in 1992 and received her MBA from the University of Washington in 2007.
Natasha's work experience includes six years with the National Bank of Alaska as a branch manager and commercial loan officer. Natasha has spent the last 15 years working as a financial analyst for Latash Investments, managing a comprehensive portfolio of bonds, public equities, hedge funds, private equities, real estate investments, and venture capital.
Between 2009 and 2014, Natasha ran the Atwood Foundation, a Philanthropic Foundation that focuses on giving to arts and culture organizations in Anchorage, and currently sits on the board. Natasha has sat on the Rasmuson Foundation board since 2005.
About Sarah Evans
Sarah Evans serves as the Chief of Staff to Representative Maxine Dibert. Her extensive experience in legislative processes and public policy supports her leadership in advancing key initiatives for the representative’s office.
About the Arctic Leadership Lecture Series
The Arctic Leadership Lecture Series offers a unique blend of academic rigor and public engagement. Offered as PS F493/693 Arctic Leadership: Theory and Praxis in the 21st Century, this course invites students and community members alike to explore critical aspects of leadership in the Arctic.
The course is available for undergraduate and graduate students, with both in-person and online options. Undergraduate students can also choose an Honors section, offered for both online and in-person delivery. Community members may attend the lectures for free or enroll as non-degree-seeking students to participate fully in the course.
Lectures are held in the Schaible Auditorium every Thursday from 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM AKST (open to the public). Classroom discussions continue from 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM AKST (students only).
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