Chip joined the Alaska SeaLife Center (ASLC) in 2001 in the IT department, but has served the Center in many ways from daily operations to facilities to oiled wildlife response. Chip has also served at the ASLC as the Dive Safety Officer and Chief Operating Officer. In 2025, Chip has transitioned to the Chief Information Officer to the Vice President of Special Projects, in 2026 assumed the role of Interim Executive Vice President / Deputy Director and then in the same year, assumed the role of Interim President and CEO. Chip's 25 years of experience at the Center will provide continuity and stability as the Alaska SeaLife Center recruits for a permanent President and CEO.