Secretary, United States Department of the Interior, 2013-2017

Nominated by President Obama, Secretary, United States Department of the Interior, February 2013

Confirmed by United States Senate, Secretary, United States Department of the Interior, April 10, 2013

No caucus information on file.

Former Engineer, Mobil Oil Corporation

President/Chief Executive Officer, Recreational Equipment Incorporated (REI), 2005-2013

Member, Board of Regents, University of Washington, present

Co-Founder, Mountains to Sound Greenway Trust, present

Board Member, National Parks Conservation Association, present

Board Member, Premera, present

Favorite Quote:

"Never underestimate the ability of a small group of people to change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has." -- Margaret Mead

Hobbies or Special Talents:

Skiing, Kayaking, Hiking