Christopher Adam Red is from Ignacio, Colorado, and is an enrolled member of the Southern Ute Indian Tribe and former Tribal council member. Prior to serving as council member, Adam worked for the Tribe in various capacities with the Southern Ute Permanent Fund and the Southern Ute Growth Fund. While at the Tribe’s Permanent Fund, he was employed with the Southern Ute Division of Wildlife, as well as the Southern Ute Tribal Rangers.
At his most recent position as a GIS Specialist with the Southern Ute Department of Energy for the Southern Ute Growth Fund, he created, displayed, and maintained GIS data. Adam collaborated with numerous state and federal agencies regarding oil and gas activities on the Southern Ute Reservation and gained valuable experience in business and leadership during his career.
Adam graduated from Ignacio High School and has a Bachelor of Arts in Geography from the University of Northern Colorado.
Adam’s term expires January 1, 2023.