Officers

Meet our current Alaska State Elks Association Officers

President

Andrew Cremata – Skagway #431

Lori Lynch became of member of Fairbanks Lodge # 1551 in 2004. She served in all the chair positions before becoming Exalted Ruler in 2008. Lori served as the District Deputy to the Grand Exalted Ruler in 2010-2011 and has served as the secretary for her Lodge since 2010. Lori started as an officer in the Alaska State Elks Association as the Historian in 2014 and currently holds the office of President. Lori began her career with Craig Taylor Equipment Company in 1988 and now holds the position of Fairbanks Branch Manager. Lori’s husband Dana is retired after a 28-year career with the Alaska Department of Transportation. Lori enjoys cooking, reading, and traveling whenever time allows.

President-Elect

James Swearingin – Kodiak #1772

Andrew Cremata joined the Skagway Elks Lodge in 1999 and immediately accepted an officer position. Andrew served in every officer role except for Esquire before becoming Exalted Ruler in 2012-2013. After serving on the Skagway BOD for three years, Andrew joined the Alaska State Elks Association and served as Southeast District Deputy in 2017-2018, 2018-2019. Andrew is a freelance writer and is currently serving his second term as Skagway Borough Mayor. In his free time, Andrew enjoys hiking, camping, fishing, and spending time with his lovely wife, Brittney.