Gaard Swanson is MyTribeTv’s managing partner.  Gaard’s experience stretches deep inside the television and internet Industry. 24 years ago, Gaard started his on-air television career in Medford, Oregon.  Since then, his talents have taken him throughout the Northwest, Los Angeles and most recently KIRO-TV in Seattle where he was named the Sports Director in 2002.

Gaard has also won numerous awards from the Associated Press for reporting and was a part of the anchoring team at KIRO-7 when it won the prestigious Edwin R. Murrow award for best newscast in the United States.

Despite a challenging schedule at KIRO-TV, Gaard also hosts a popular show, “Generation Renovation” on the national network Home and Garden Television.  In addition to Generation Renovation he hosts numerous specials for HGTV.

Gaard’s talents aren’t just in front of the camera; Swanson owns a successful production company called OnGaard Productions. Gaard manages every aspect of the company, from producing, editing and delivering content to different carriers.  His expertise has helped produce shows that have reached millions of viewers.  Some of his productions include:  All-Star Poker, Hip Hoods, Casino Night and internet based Golf Shot TV.

His passion for television and the Internet is now helping MyTribeTv become the leader in live streaming and on-demand applications inside Indian Country.