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Anchorage ATHENA Society Announces 2026 Honorees
The Anchorage ATHENA Society is pleased to announce the inductees into the Class of 2026. A group of 11 women and this year’s Leadership Award recipient will be honored at the annual Anchorage ATHENA Society luncheon Monday, March 16, 2026, at the Hotel Captain Cook. This year’s inductees are:Evelyn Abello, Philippine Honorary ConsulDana Fabe, Fabe Dispute Resolution, Founder/OwnerSusanne Fleek-Green, Mayor’s Office, Chief of StaffGretchen Fauske, Alaska Small Business Development Center, Special Programs
Building and Managing Your Marketing as a Small Business Owner
Small business owners often assume marketing is something handled by agencies, consultants, or platforms. In reality, small business marketing is most powerful when the owner takes strategic control—setting direction, defining the message, and building systems that generate consistent visibility and sales. You do not need a massive budget. You need clarity, structure, and discipline.Quick Wins You Can Start TodayDefine exactly who your ideal customer is before creating any content. Focus on one or two
First National Bank Alaska announces unaudited results for fourth quarter 2025
ANCHORAGE, AK – First National Bank Alaska’s (OTCQX:FBAK) net income for the fourth quarter of 2025 was $20.1 million, or $6.33 per share. This compares to a net income of $20.0 million, or $6.29 per share, for the same period in 2024. “Fourth quarter results capped another year of exceptional financial performance,” said First National Board Chair and CEO/President Betsy Lawer. “Total assets exceeded five billion dollars, driven by record annual loan growth that strengthened our earning asset mix. Fourth
First National ranked as the second-top bank in the nation by Forbes
ANCHORAGE – Forbes named First National Bank Alaska as the second-ranked bank in the United States on its 17th annual America’s Best Banks list. First National is the only bank in Alaska to make the list. The global media company ranks the 100 strongest banks by 11 metrics, including growth, credit quality, profitability, efficiency ratio and stock performance. “This recognition is a tribute to the team of 633 Alaskans across the state who don’t show up every day to be simply average,” said Board Chair
A Business Owner’s Guide to Securing Digital Intellectual Property
Launching and growing a business today means more than securing customers and building brand recognition — it also means safeguarding your intellectual property (IP). In a world where digital assets can be copied, shared, or misused within seconds, protecting your IP is not optional; it’s essential. This guide explores practical strategies you can implement to keep your ideas, content, designs, and innovations secure while still running a thriving business. Understanding Intellectual Property in the
U.S. Chamber of Commerce Awards the Anchorage Chamber with 5-Star Accreditation
ANCHORAGE, AK — The U.S. Chamber of Commerce has awarded the Anchorage Chamber of Commerce a 5-Star Accreditation for its sound policies, effective procedures, and positive community impact. Of the 7,500 chambers in the United States, 187 of these are Accredited. These elite chambers represent the top 3% of all chambers in the United States. “Chambers of commerce nationwide play a vital role in their communities every day,” said Raymond P. Towle, Vice President, Federation Relations and Coalition
