CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

Uluao "Junior" Aumavae, an American Samoan former professional football player, achieved the distinction of becoming the highest-ranking Samoan government executive in the history of Alaska by serving as the Chief Equity Officer for the City of Anchorage from 2021 to 2024. During his tenure, Aumavae worked under both Republican Mayor Dave Bronson and Democratic Mayor Suzanne Lafrance, before transitioning to private practice with Junior's Elite Trends LLC (JET), a professional consulting service, in 2024. As Chief Equity Officer, Aumavae's contributions were acknowledged both locally and internationally, leading to an invitation from the 45th and 47th President of the United States, Donald J. Trump, to lead the Pledge of Allegiance during his Anchorage, Alaska visit. In 2024, the Governor of American Samoa, Lemanu Peleti Mauga, recognized Aumavae's achievements as both a professional athlete and a government official, presenting him with a plaque that celebrated the spirit of the American Samoan people. Furthermore, the Alaska Native Brotherhood, a respected civil rights organization, bestowed upon Junior the Meritorious Service Award for his outstanding leadership and commitment to diversity in his role as a government executive. Ford Next Generation Learning also recognized Aumavae for his leadership and commitment to The Academies of Anchorage within the educational system in Alaska. Furthermore, Aumavae was honored with the Pacific Island Executive Community Leadership Award by the Polynesian Association of Alaska.
Aumavae also spent time with the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) overseeing a national initiative in Alaska called Operation Engage where he played a vital role in bridging public health and public safety to address the drug epidemic through prevention strategies.   
Junior is a non-profit founder of Elite Athletic Trend (EAT) an organization that provides services to underserved communities that set the trend of excellence in academics, athletics and community engagement. Aumavae helped thousands of kids in the state of Indiana by implementing EAT programs in educational institutions that encouraged healthier lifestyles through innovative athletic movement programs and life skills mentoring. Aumavae is a strong advocate and champion of community service where he still volunteers in various nonprofits across the United States. 
While in Indiana, Aumavae was also named the Vice President of the National Football League Players Association (NFLPA) Indianapolis where he spearheaded efforts to help former NFL players develop a game plan to transition successfully into today’s competitive workforce.   
As a professional athlete Aumavae signed NFL contracts with the Dallas Cowboys and the New York Jets.  Aumavae also played in other professional leagues that include the AFL, IFL, and FXFL. 
Junior is a proud Alumni of Western Washington University where he earned his bachelor’s degree and played college football. Aumavae is also a Business Academy Graduate from Michigan Ross School of Business.
Born in America Samoa, Junior comes from a family of 10 sisters, 2 brothers and over 70 nieces and nephews.