He declined to disclose the name of his nominee.
Fitial said it is necessary to fill the seat vacated by Tinian lawyer Janet H. King, whom he did not re-appoint.
He said he is consulting his advisers to ensure that the right person will serve on the NMC board.
“We have to get together with my advisers. I just can’t do it by myself,” he added.
Paz C. Younis became the new chairwoman of the board of regents after King’s term expired last September.
The other regents are vice chairwoman Elaine Orilla, treasurer Frank Rabauliman, Andrew Orsini and Malua Peter.
