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National Indian Health Board terminates chief executive officer
Friday, August 23, 2024
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The National Indian Health Board (NIHB) has parted ways with its top executive, having “lost faith” in Stacy Bohlen, who had worked for the inter-tribal organization for more than 20 years.
In a statement on Wednesday, the organization said Bohlen was terminated “effective immediately.” No details were given about the decision.
“My fellow directors and I are deeply invested in the success of NIHB — for our Tribes and for our People,” William “Bill” Smith, the vice president and chief of the Valdez Native Tribe, said in the August 21 statement.
According to the statement, the NIHB board took action on Bohlen on August 20. A day prior, Indianz.Com reported that Bohlen had been placed on leave only a week prior, following unspecified allegations against her.
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Posted by National Indian Health Board on Tuesday, July 23, 2024
Dear Tribal Leaders, Member Organizations, Partners, and Indian Country:
The National Indian Health Board of Directors met on August 20, 2024, and made the decision to terminate the CEO, Stacy Bohlen, effective immediately.
The Board has lost faith in Bohlen’s ability to lead the organization and named A.C. Locklear, Lumbee, Interim CEO. The Board is continuing to review the organization’s policies and procedures to ensure the vital work for Indian Country continues without further disruption.
“My fellow directors and I are deeply invested in the success of NIHB—for our Tribes and for our People,” said William “Chief Bill” Smith, NIHB Chairman and Valdez Native. “We know that our staff loves this mission, and we will continue to work with A.C. to strengthen our organization and move forward.”
If you have questions about this matter, please email nihbcommunications@nihb.org. To contact A.C. Locklear, please email ceo@nihb.org.
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