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First National Bank Alaska and Federal Home Loan Bank of Des Moines to donate $364,000 to Alaska nonprofits
ANCHORAGE, AK – First National Bank Alaska and Federal Home Loan Bank of Des Moines (FHLB Des Moines) have awarded grants totaling $364,000 to 13 nonprofit organizations across Alaska through FHLB Des Moines Member Impact Fund. This matching grant program is designed to offer eligible organizations critical financial support for affordable housing and community development initiatives. “Through our partnership with FHLB Des Moines, we are able to extend our donation reach, giving Alaska nonprofits
Anchorage's Market Has Real Edge Cases — Here's How to Read Them
Turning local market insights into business strategy starts with one discipline: replacing assumptions with data. Anchorage's economy looks stable from a distance, but the details reveal a market that rewards business owners who pay attention — and penalizes those who don't.What Market Research Actually Does for Your Business Most business owners feel like they already know their customers. They've been operating for years, have relationships, and trust their instincts. Intuition is a starting point, not
The Anchorage Chamber of Commerce Hosts National Civics Bee®
The Anchorage Chamber of Commerce Hosts National Civics Bee® Regional Competition in Anchorage for Middle Schoolers [ANCHORAGE, AK]—Saturday, March 28th, the Anchorage Chamber of Commerce hosted the 2026 National Civics Bee in Anchorage, Alaska, an initiative aimed at encouraging more young Americans to engage in civics and contribute to their communities. Organized by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation, the National Civics Bee is an annual nonpartisan civics competition for
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Paint Spenard Orange: Bazaar
Vendor fees ($100/table-booth) directly support YWCA Alaska - you keep all the money you make that day! Join us to Paint Spenard Orange and share your awesome creations and treasures! Art Vendors and Garage Sale Vendors welcome. If you are a garage sale vendor and do not want to bring your treasures back home, Big Brothers Big Sisters will do a pick up at The Nave when we're done for the day!
Beyond the Job Board: How Anchorage Businesses Can Build a Real Talent Pipeline
Recruitment marketing applies marketing principles — consistent brand presence, targeted messaging, and strategic positioning — to attract candidates before a role is even open. In Anchorage, where oil and gas, healthcare, government, and logistics all compete for a regional workforce of around 50,000, the businesses winning talent aren't necessarily paying the highest salaries. They've built visibility long before a candidate ever starts looking.Job Postings Fail Faster Than You Think You might assume
THE 3 RINGS CIRCUS IS COMING TO ALASKA!
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Kathy Day, KD/PR Virtual, 907-229-2470 3 Rings Circus, 866-350-1251 THE 3 RINGS CIRCUS IS COMING TO ALASKA! Circus Performances Scheduled for Fairbanks and Anchorage in May 2026Anchorage & Fairbanks, AK – Alaska will be starting its summer out right with an opportunity to gather with family members and friends at the 3 RINGS CIRCUS. Get ready to experience the Motorcycle High Wire, Aerial Ballerinas,
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
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
