Get to Know Us
Meet the locals behind HEDC! We are a group of committed community members dedicated to the success and growth of Haines.
Lee Hart
Executive Director
Lee Hart has managed branding and marketing projects for clients representing local communities, as well as national and international corporations and NGOs.
Chip Lende
Co-Chair
Chip Lende is the owner of the local lumber store and a 35 year resident of Haines.
Darsie Culbeck
Co-Chair
Darsie has lived in Haines for 30 years and has experience working in local government, adventure tourism and mineral exploration.
Sean Gaffney
Board Member
Sean has been involved in building businesses and economic development in the upper Lynn Canal for thirty years.