Member News
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LaFrance administration deploying over $5 million in housing assistance
Today, the LaFrance administration announced that over $5 million in secured federal funding will go toward helping people get housed and keep their housing in Anchorage.The Mayor’s Office team and the Anchorage Health Department have worked together to identify, align, and deploy two sets of federal funding for housing stability: Just over $4 million in Emergency Rental Assistance and $1.5 million in Housing and Urban Development funds (HOME-ARP).The funds are being awarded through a competitive process.
Anchorage Community Land Trust (ACLT) Receives $300,000 Grant from KeyBank for a Shared Commercial
Grant will create access for early-stage food businesses in Alaska, focusing on underserved communities ANCHORAGE, Alaska — March 18, 2025 — Anchorage Community Land Trust (ACLT) has received a $300,000 grant from KeyBank to launch the programming and operations of a new shared commercial kitchen facility in the Mountain View neighborhood of Anchorage. The facility, currently in development and slated to open in 2026, will provide shared kitchen and production space and cold and dry storage space to
2025 SHE Strength Heart Excellence Leadership Training Conference Set for May 12th & 13th
Anchorage, AK - The 2025 SHE (Strength, Heart, Excellence) Leadership Training Conference will take place on Monday, May 12, 2025, 6:00 - 8:00 PM - VIP Reception / Tuesday, May 13, 2025, 10:00 AM - 5:30 PM - Main Event at The Petroleum Club Anchorage / Dena'ina Civic & Convention Center This premier leadership training experience for professionals in the hospitality and tourism industries, hosted by Alaska CHARR, will provide attendees with the tools, insights, and connections to elevate their careers and
The At-Sea Processors Association and Seafood Office Hosting At-Sea Job Fair
The At-Sea Processors Association and the Seafood Office are hosting the At-Sea Job Fair at the Anchorage Midtown Job Center on Thursday, April 03, 2025 @ 10:00 a.m. Please contact the Seafood Office for more information @ (907) 269-4775.
Global Credit Union and First Financial Northwest Announce Closing Date for Acquisition
Anchorage, Alaska and Renton, Washington – March 14, 2025 – Global Federal Credit Union (“Global”) and First Financial Northwest, Inc. (the “Company”) (NASDAQ GS: FFNW), the holding company for First Financial Northwest Bank (the “Bank”), jointly announced today they have set the expected closing date for Global’s acquisition of substantially all of the assets and assumption of substantially all of the liabilities (including deposit liabilities) of the Bank (the “Asset Sale”), on the terms and subject
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Habitat for Humanity's Biannual Gala - Open Now!
Raise a glass (or two!) and raise funds for Habitat for Humanity! Our hosts at The Continental will be raising a glass with us on June 2nd, from 6:00 - 9:30pm. The Cork & Fork Garden Party is Our goal is to raise $100,000 to sponsor a new build. Donors like you are vital when it comes to building affordable housing and serving more families in need. I invite you to review the sponsorship package attached. You may be a sponsor as an individual or organization. The categories listed are 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
2025 Top Forty Under 40 announced
The 2025 awards event will be on April 18 at the Hotel Captain Cook in Anchorage. Doors will open at 6 p.m. with a cocktail hour, and the dinner/program will begin at 7 p.m. with music and dancing following the awards and dinner. Tickets are available on MyAlaskaTix.com. Individual seats are $180, and table sponsorships are $2,000.• • • The Alaska Journal of Commerce is pleased to once again recognize a group of outstanding young professionals as the Class of 2025 Top Forty Under 40. We are thrilled to
Coke Scholars Announces Alaska Winners
Coke ScholarsAnnounces Alaska WinnersAward$20,00 Scholarship eachBackground$87 Million in Scholarships provided to 7,050 High School Seniors since 1988Winners (Viewable here)Natalie Hodge @ Robert Service High School @ Anchorage, AKAnna Kardashyan @ South Anchorage High School @ Anchorage, AK
Rasmuson fosters Foundation relationships with new hire
Anchorage, ALASKA — As Rasmuson Foundation celebrates 70 years of investing in Alaska communities, it is also investing in its relationships and strengthening partnerships. In a new role as partnership manager, Sydney Copley will support the development of strategic relationships to advance the Foundation’s mission of empowering Alaskans to help each other. “Beyond grantmaking, Rasmuson works to connect and convene Alaskans and Sydney is a natural fit for this role,” said Tasha Pineda, vice president of
Municipality adds GPS to snow clearing equipment, announces naming competition
Today, Mayor Suzanne LaFrance announced the Municipality’s snow clearing vehicles are now equipped with GPS, which the public can track online at www.muni.org/plow. Now, the public can see the progress of plows moving across the city and their neighborhoods in near-real time – GPS devices will report with a slight delay to ensure the safety of operators. In a winter city like Anchorage, snow clearing is a matter of economic importance and public safety, whether you’re trying to make it to work, to school,
Parker, Smith & Feek Rebrands to IMA
Longtime PNW independent broker joined IMA as strategic partner in 2021 January 15, 2025. (Denver, CO). IMA Financial Group, A North American insurance brokerage firm defining the future of insurance through comprehensive, consultative risk and wealth management advisement services, is realizing a major milestone this week with one of its largest strategic partners, Parker, Smith & Feek (PS&F), rebranding to IMA. PS&F, which was one of the 50 largest brokerage companies in the U.S. when it was acquired
Leadership Anchorage Applications Are Now Open!
What is Leadership Anchorage? Leadership Anchorage is a unique leadership learning experience lasting nine months (September - May), which includes both deep personal growth and a rich breadth of experiences with a dynamic, diverse cohort from all parts of our community. The program is entering its 29th year, and we are excited to select ~20 new members to join the more than 450 distinguished alumni now serving in many capacities across Alaska.Who should apply? Leadership Anchorage (LA) seeks established
Alaska Communications Announces Leadership Transition
Alaska Communications Announces Leadership Transition Paul Fenaroli Named Chief Executive Officer and Joins Board of Directors ANCHORAGE, Alaska, January 6, 2025 – The Alaska Communications board of directors today announced the appointment of Paul Fenaroli as chief executive officer and a member of the board, effective January 6, 2025. “We are excited to welcome Paul Fenaroli as our new CEO,” said Alaska Communications Chairman Brad Martin. “Paul brings a wealth of experience in corporate strategy,
Global Credit Union Foundation Gives $65,000 to Local Nonprofits
Anchorage, AK – The Global Credit Union Foundation donated $65,000 to community nonprofits in Alaska and Arizona. The donations were part of the Foundation’s 2024 quarterly distribution of funds to its nonprofit partners in areas served by the credit union. “We’ve partnered with these nonprofits because we’ve seen firsthand the good they do in the community,” said Noël Gabler, Executive Director, Global Credit Union Foundation. “Many of the vital services they provide can’t be obtained anywhere else,
