Ms. Carolyn Smithhisler
Vice President / Chief Financial Officer
Carolyn Smithhisler assumed the role of Vice President / Chief Financial Officer at Aleut Management Services in September 2008.  To this position, she brings more than 18 years of experience, a distinctive record of accomplishment, and exceptional leadership competencies. 

Prior to joining the Aleut Family of Companies, Ms. Smithhisler served as Chief Financial Officer at a multi-state government contractor based in Anchorage, Alaska.  While there, Ms. Smithhisler played a key role in the company’s fiscal growth by designing, implementing and leading the financial management functions.  Her expertise in designing accounting systems for government contractors, tightening internal controls and using in-depth analysis were instrumental in growing revenue for the company 400% in two years. 

Ms. Smithhisler is a Certified Public Accountant and an AICPA Certified Information Technology Professional. She earned a Master of Science Degree from the University of California at Davis, as well as a Bachelor of Arts Degree from the University of California at Santa Barbara, where she graduated with honors.  She is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, and the Washington State Society of Certified Public Accountants.