Ethan Lawton (Red Eagle)

Ethan "Red Eagle" Lawton has extensive experience in tribal relations and cultural resource management, currently serving as a Tribal Liaison for SHN since May 2016. Responsibilities include implementing Government-to-Government Policy, facilitating tribal consultations, and coordinating with various tribal and governmental agencies to support tribal interests. Previous roles include Associate Planner at SHN, Project Coordinator at EvenVision, and Tribal Liaison at Awana, where Ethan focused on building partnerships with tribes and advocating for culturally sensitive services. Early experience includes serving as a Librarian at San Diego Christian College and an Inter-Cultural Specialist at the International Ministry Center. Ethan holds a Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies with a focus on Intercultural Studies and Counseling from San Diego Christian College.