Oil Patch Bits: UIC announces new chief financial officer

Ukpeavik Iñupiat Corp. said Feb. 9 it has named Chris Morgan chief financial officer. UIC said Morgan has worked in accounting and finance in Alaska for more than 20 years, and has demonstrated expertise in financial reporting, external audit management, government contract compliance and board communication. His previous positions include vice president of finance for Harbor Enterprises, Alaska’s largest independent petroleum marketing and distribution company; owner of A&F Solutions, a consulting company; and chief financial officer for Arctic Slope World Services, a subsidiary of Arctic Slope Regional Corp. UIC is the village corporation for Barrow, Alaska.

With more than 1,500 employees, UIC is consistently ranked among the top 10 Alaskan-owned businesses by Alaska Business Monthly’s annual Top 49ers. UIC provides services to clients in a range of industry sectors worldwide, including energy development, construction and engineering, marine operations and government contracting.