The Black Gold Transport team
Meet The Team
Jeremy
Alecia
Dan
Steve
Jeremy
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
I am a lifetime Alaskan who loves spending time with my wife and son. We enjoy fishing, camping, hiking, skiing, and basically anything we can come up with to break the grind and soak in the great outdoors. My focus is centered on safety and the growing legacy of Black Gold that aims to provide a thriving future for our employees and the community we serve.Alecia
HR MANAGER
An “almost” lifelong Alaskan, I was born in New York state, but moved to a small rural Alaskan community as a young child. When I was in high school, my family moved to Tok where I met my husband and we started our family. After nearly 20 years in Tok, we relocated to Fairbanks in 2019 with our two daughters. We spend our summers soaking up the Alaskan sun, camping, kayaking, hiking, and fishing. When it gets cold, we enjoy trips “outside,’ exploring new places and breaking up the long winter months. I am a proud UAF alum where I completed Associates degrees in Accounting and Business Administration. Later in life, I completed a Bachelor’s degree in Business Management and an MBA from Western Governors University. As an HR professional, I aim to help organizations reach their goals through employee retention, process improvement, and risk management. I am thrilled to be part of the Black Gold Transport team and this monumental project!
Dan
HSE/QC DIRECTOR
I am the Health, Safety, and Environmental Director at Black Gold, where I have dedicated 33 years of my career. With a strong commitment to safety and the environment, I have worked tirelessly to ensure that Black Gold is one of Alaska’s safest and most environmentally friendly transportation companies. I have called the state home since 1981, where my wife and I have raised eight children. We cherish the independence and opportunities that Alaska provides its residents and are honored to give back to our community, volunteering generously at our church and helping those around us wherever possible. I am proud to be part of a dedicated management team responsible for ensuring safety and protecting the environment. I play a key role in making Black Gold one of the region’s most reliable, safe, eco-friendly trucking companies.Steve
HSE/QC MANAGER
I am known as “Safety Steve” and currently serve as the Health, Safety, Environmental / Quality Control (HSE/QC) Manager at Black Gold Transport. For almost 30 years, I have proudly called Alaska my home, where I have lived with my wife and raised our family in Fairbanks, pursuing our shared “Alaskan” dreams. In 1992, I completed my bachelor’s degree in biology, and later in September 2014, I became a Certified Mine Safety Professional (CMSP). In April 2016, I earned the Associate Safety Professional (ASP) certification, followed by the Certified Safety Professional (CSP) certification in May 2016. Additionally, since 2017, I have been an Adjunct Professor at the University Of Alaska Anchorage (UAA) teaching in the Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Department. My teaching philosophy centers around the conviction that safety should be considered a “value” instead of a “priority,” emphasizing a proactive approach that prioritizes prevention to establish a robust and enduring safety culture.
Kayla
Nathan
Theresa
Tim
Kayla
COMMUNITY RELATIONS LIAISON
My name is Kayla, and I was born in Phoenix, Arizona. Growing up I moved around with my mother’s work and got to experience diverse cultures across the United States. In 2008, I married the love of my life and we decided to move to Fairbanks, Alaska in the Spring of 2015. We have two amazing sons, and we enjoy taking trips out to Denali Park for hiking and the occasional romp in the side-by-side. I’m also an avid indoor cyclist and can usually be found at the gym cycling away. I’ve found it to be a great way to stay in shape, clear my mind, and set a healthy example for my kids. I am passionate about giving back to the community by volunteering on various committees, supporting local business, and staying active in my sons’ school. Life in Fairbanks is a great adventure, and I am so grateful to be able to raise my family in such a beautiful community.Nathan
OPERATIONS MANAGER
Nathan Smith is an experienced and highly respected professional in trucking logistics. He has worked in the industry for 19 years and has earned a stellar reputation for his retention and safety records at each of his employers. Throughout his career, Nathan has achieved growth through excellent customer service and effective communication. A devoted family man, Nathan has been happily married for 17 years and is the proud father of two children, aged 7 and 8. When not working, Nathan loves to spend quality time with his family, fishing and camping. His experience, commitment to safety and customer service, and dedication to family make Nathan an invaluable asset in any trucking logistics team.Theresa
RECRUITER/HR
Meet Theresa, a proud Alaskan born and raised in the charming town of North Pole. After earning her Associates Degree in Business Administration at the University of Alaska Fairbanks, Theresa put her skills to use in various positions within her community, and chose to become a Recruiter and HR specialist for BGT in the fall of 2022. Her passion for the outdoors is evident as she enjoys camping, paddle boarding, and hiking with her son, passing on her love for Alaska’s nature to the next generation. Theresa gives back to her community by volunteering at her son’s school, participating in garbage pick-up events, food drives, donating to the local rescue mission, and joining the local heart walk, striving to make a positive impact and inspire others to do the same.Tim
MAINTENANCE MANAGER
Born and raised in Fairbanks, I learned to love the long winter months and the opportunity they provide for outdoor activities. At a young age, I developed a passion for hockey. Since then, I have been volunteering my time and resources to coach local Fairbanks hockey teams. My goal is to promote the same passion for hockey in our youth. I believe that sports have the power to bring people together and build strong communities. After spending years in Fairbanks, I started a wonderful family who helps fuel my motivation for success. With the trucking industry being such an important part of Alaska’s economy, I started a career in the diesel mechanics industry. I now have 12 years of experience and have dedicated the last 7 to Black Gold where I continue to thrive, motivate, and educate our employees as their maintenance manager. I look forward to being a part of the continued growth and success of this local companies’ future.Andrea
Brittany
Andrea
ACCOUNTING MANAGER
Andrea Cattaneo has been a part of the Black Gold team for over 11 years, serving as the Accounting Manager. With more than a decade of experience in financial management, Andrea ensures the company’s financial records are accurate, compliant, and transparent. Her sharp financial acumen and dedication to excellence make them an invaluable asset to Black Gold’s success.
Outside of work, Andrea cherishes spending quality time with her family. She finds joy in creating lasting memories with her family. Whether it’s heading North for the weekend, trying new recipes together, or cheering for their favorite sports team, the family remains the heart of Andrea’s life.
Brittany
CONTROLLER
Brittany has been with Black Gold ever since she graduated from San Diego State University with a bachelor’s in accounting. Growing up as part of a Coast Guard family, Brittany spent her high school years in Kodiak, Alaska, and loved it so much, she came back to Alaska the first chance she got. As fate would have it, she wouldn’t get to stay too long, as she met and married an Airman from Eielson Air Force Base. Despite relocating several times, Brittany has served Black Gold for 10 years and, in that time, she became a Certified Management Accountant and worked her way up to the position of Controller. The most rewarding part of her job is being able to collaborate with the many departments required to make this project happen and using her business and accounting acumen to financially illustrate and anticipate the needs of the project while watching plans turn into results.
Members of the Community
