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RDC’s Hajdukovich Elevated to Executive Director

Jan 7, 2026 | Nonprofits, Oil & Gas, Right Moves

Photo Credit: Resource Development Council

Connor Hajdukovich can remove the “interim” tag from the title he’s carried since last October as Executive Director of the Resource Development Council for Alaska (RDC). The nonprofit trade association with members from the oil and gas, mining, forest products, tourism, and fisheries industries closed out its 50th year in operation by selecting Hajdukovich for the job.

Hajdukovich had been leading RDC on an interim basis since the departure of his predecessor, Leila Kimbrell. The executive committee launched a comprehensive search that drew a large and highly qualified pool of applicants from Alaska and beyond. Following an extensive review process, Hajdukovich was chosen with full support from RDC’s officers.

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“Alaska is entering a period of unprecedented opportunity, and RDC needs leadership that understands both the policy landscape and the practical realities of development,” says RDC Board President Scott Habberstad. “Connor understands Alaska’s resource industries and has strong relationships in Juneau and Washington, DC. We are confident he will help Alaska make the most of these unique opportunities.”

A graduate of UAF, Hajdukovich previously served as a senior consultant advising the US Department of Defense on legislative and policy initiatives, and he worked on Capitol Hill as a military legislative aide for US Senator Dan Sullivan.

“RDC must stand at the front and center as Alaska works to develop its resources and strengthen its economy,” says Hajdukovich. “This is a moment that requires advocacy and engagement. I am honored by the board’s confidence and excited to work with our members and partners to help Alaska lead.”

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