Trish Baker

Trish Baker is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in government and business affairs, wildlife conservation, and public relations. Currently the Manager of Government and Business Affairs at Chugach Electric Association, Trish previously served as the Executive Director at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, where oversight of operations and financial management was key. In roles at Repsol and BP, Trish focused on community relations, crisis communications, and stakeholder engagement, significantly contributing to public relations strategies during critical events such as the Deepwater Horizon incident. Trish's early career included regulatory affairs and maritime operations with ARCO companies, complemented by advanced education in Regional Planning from the University of Massachusetts Amherst and a Bachelor’s degree in Anthropology from California State University, Northridge.