Shawn Crittenden

Shawn Crittenden is a Cherokee Nation politician who served on the Cherokee Nation tribal council representing the 8th district between 2015 and 2023.

Early life, education and career Shawn Crittenden was raised in Peavine, Oklahoma and graduated from Stilwell High School. He earned his bachelor's degree in education from Northeastern State University in 2007. Prior to running for office, Crittenden worked as a auctioneer, musician, and Greasy Public Schools teacher.

Tribal Council Crittenden ran for the Cherokee Nation tribal council's 8th district in 2015 to succeed Jodie Fishinghawk. He won the general election with 61% of the vote, defeating Corey Bunch. He was sworn on August 14, 2015. He was sworn in for his second term August 14, 2019. He is term limited in 2023.