Koniag is pleased to announce the selection of Allen Debes as CEO of Koniag Capital (“KC”), a holding company of the Alaska Native regional corporation’s Commercial Technology sector. 

“Allen is a proven executive leader with a track record of driving growth in small, medium, and large-scale consulting and tech services firms. With an extensive technical background, deep understanding of the commercial technology space, and strong connection to Koniag’s mission, he is well-suited to lead Koniag Capital and support Koniag’s growth strategy,” Koniag Chairman and CEO Ron Unger said. 

A dynamic leader with decades of experience in consulting and technology services, Debes has successfully guided organizations through periods of growth and innovation. 

“I am honored and humbled by the opportunity to participate in Koniag’s powerful mission by leading Koniag Capital in this historical phase of growth. And I am energized by both the groundwork that has already been laid and the trail-breaking that lies ahead,” Debes said. 

After an extensive national search, this is the inaugural appointment of a CEO for KC, which primarily serves nongovernment customers through a variety of technology business lines. It is committed to making a meaningful difference in the lives of Koniag’s Alutiiq Shareholders and Descendants. 

Debes will lead growth initiatives within Koniag’s commercial technology sector and advance its vision of becoming a global technology firm. These growth initiatives will focus on three key priorities:  actively supporting the existing commercial technology business Vervint, which has been part of the Koniag family for 13 years, in driving organic growth; acquiring and investing in new capabilities through a “buy and build” strategy in the commercial  technology sector; and leveraging existing and new capabilities across all Koniag sectors to strengthen Koniag’s overall ability to serve customers and drive its continued growth. 

Alongside Debes’ appointment, Vervint has announced the selection of Chuck Tsocanos as its President and Chief Consulting Officer. With decades of experience in technology consulting, Tsocanos will lead Vervint into its next phase of growth. 

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