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Anchorage Chamber Announces New President/CEO
ANCHORAGE – The Anchorage Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the hiring of the new President/CEO, Kathleen McArdle. Kathleen comes to the Anchorage Chamber after rising through the ranks for 13 years at Verizon, a Fortune 26 company, and contributing locally to their Alaska business launch and operations. Her responsibilities included a wide range of projects impacting the organization, supporting sales operations, wireless network experience, local marketing, as well as managing Verizon’s employee
Global Credit Union Foundation Donates Thousands to Nonprofits
Global Credit Union Foundation Donates $117,500 to Local Nonprofits Anchorage, AK – As part of its continuing mission to support charitable organizations that benefit children, veterans, and local food banks and pantries, the Global Credit Union Foundation donated $117,500 to community nonprofits in Alaska, Arizona, and Washington. “Being able to support the everyday missions of our nonprofit partners is a long-standing priority of the Global Credit Union Foundation,” said Noel Gabler, executive
U.S. Chamber of Commerce Announces America’s Top Small Businesses
The Chamber’s “America’s Top Small Business Awards” celebrates the pioneers of innovation, entrepreneurship, and community engagement. The U.S. Chamber of Commerce today announced America’s 70 top small businesses. These 70 exceptional businesses have emerged as the vanguards of innovation and community engagement, setting the stage for the announcement of the Chamber’s annual "America's Top Small Business Awards” winner on Oct. 19. "Small businesses are the trusted backbone of America’s entire business
Korean American Community of Anchorage Business Directory
Are you a business owner looking to expand your reach and connect with the vibrant Korean American Community in Anchorage? Advertise in the directory! The Korean American Community of Anchorage Business Directory is the perfect platform to showcase your business and connect with over 8,000 Korean-American residents and 300+ business owners. Email admin@koreanak.com.
Returning Citizens Empowered to Start and Grow Businesses Under Proposed Rule
Updated regulations would remove barriers to capital for entrepreneurs with certain types of justice involvement WASHINGTON –Today, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) invited public comment on a proposed rule that would help expand access to SBA loan programs for people with certain criminal history records. These proposed reforms would open up entrepreneurship opportunities to the one in three American adults with a prior criminal history record and build upon President Biden’s comprehensive
Anchorage Assembly designates Oct. 30 – Nov. 4 as “Anchorage Housing Action Week”
The Anchorage Assembly passed AR 2023-302 at its September 12 Regular Meeting, designating October 30 – November 4, 2023, as “Anchorage Housing Action Week.” The week-long initiative aims to open a public dialogue on housing policy with events and programs that explore Anchorage’s housing experiences, beliefs, and vision for the future. “Anchorage is experiencing a housing crisis, and that’s a problem for those housed and unhoused who call this place home,” said Assembly Member Felix Rivera, who chairs the
Curtis J. McQueen to Serve as ANVCA Executive Director
The Alaska Native Village Corporation Association (ANVCA) Board of Directors is pleased to announce the hiring of Curtis J. McQueen as ANVCA Executive Director beginning September 15, 2023. Curtis J. McQueen has a solid history of serving as an Alaska Native corportion CEO and serving on several for-profit and non-profit Boards throughout the State of Alaska. From 2005 through August 2019, Curtis held the position of Chief Executive Officer of Eklutna, Incorporated, the largest private land owner in
FEMA Assistance Available for Alaska Spring Flooding
Anchorage, Alaska – FEMA Individual Assistance is now available for residents in Copper River, Kuspuk, Lower Kuskokwim, Lower Yukon, and Yukon Flats Regional Educational Attendance Areas (REAAs) affected by the ice jam and snow melt flooding between May 12 and June 3, 2023. Even if you have already registered for the State of Alaska's disaster assistance program, you must also register with FEMA to determine if you may be eligible to receive additional funds through FEMA. FEMA assistance is unable to
AHBA Scholarship Opportunity
The Anchorage Home Builders Association and Care Endowment is offering scholarships for secondary education focused on residential construction. If you are looking to join the homebuilding industry this is a great opportunity to secure scholarship funds. Apply today at ahba.net.
Recovery Month in Alaska Hosts a Series of Firsts
ANCHORAGE - Aug. 30, 2023 - Recovery as something to be celebrated seems to be a theme as events pop up around the 49th state, which recognizes September as Recovery Month. From a premiere documentary screening at the Bear Tooth Theatre in Anchorage to an inaugural fun run on the Homer Spit and a first-ever partnership with the Alaska Humanities Forum on a Culture Shift event, the month features something for everyone, no matter their personal relationship with recovery.Alaskans will gather for a kickoff
‘TAKE YOUR SHOT KARAOKE’ to benefit Alaskan AIDS Assistance Association (Four A’s) and Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS
ANCHORAGE, AK – The cast and crew of HAMILTON invite Alaskans to 'take their shot' in a karaoke contest on September 6. The competition will benefit the Alaskan AIDS Assistance Association (Four A’s) and Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Local karaoke stars will perform their favorite songs alongside HAMILTON company members. The show will feature special guest judges, live performances by members of the cast of HAMILTON, and a VIP Meet & Greet prior to the show that promises to make the night one to
Anchorage Chamber Releases Community Care Kit
New resource helps businesses respond to community members in crisis ANCHORAGE – Today, the Anchorage Chamber of Commerce released its Community Care Kit: Best Practices for Responding to Community Members and Employees in Crisis. The Chamber announced the Community Care Kit at its "Make it Monday" forum, alongside a panel of local business and crisis response experts.The Community Care Kit helps businesses and the Anchorage community compassionately and effectively respond to challenging on-the-ground
