Member News
Does your business have exciting news it wants to share with the rest of the Anchorage Chamber membership? To submit an announcement, log in to your Anchorage Chamber profile and complete a News Release. For assistance accessing your account, call (907) 272-2401.
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Global Credit Union to open Juneau Financial Center
Juneau, AK – Global Credit Union is excited to announce the grand opening of the new Juneau Financial Center, a 10,400 square-foot, state-of-the-art facility designed to serve as a one-stop shop for Juneau’s financial needs. This new center, located at 7860 Honsinger Drive, will feature a Global Credit Union branch and offices for both Global Credit Union Insurance Brokers and Global Credit Union Home Loans. Visitors will also notice an inviting, open-concept layout with a walk-up ATM, a drive-up ATM
U.S. Chamber President and CEO Suzanne P. Clark: “The State of American Business is Local; All Poli
Chamber Outlines Three “Make or Break” Federal Policies that Will Determine If Growth and Opportunity Are Realized for Communities Across America Dallas, TX — Today, U.S. Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Suzanne P. Clark released the annual State of American Business address, calling on policymakers to prioritize growth and opportunity for all Americans in communities across the U.S. For the first time ever, the event was held outside of Washington, and broadcast from one of the most vibrant and
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Spruce Root Inc. Becomes SBA-Approved Microlender in Alaska
ANCHORAGE, Alaska – The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has announced that Spruce Root Inc. has become SBA-approved microlender in Alaska. Spruce Root is the first SBA Microlender to be founded and headquartered in the State of Alaska. This designation opens new doors for small business owners across the state, providing them with greater access to capital and resources to grow their ventures. As an SBA microlender, Spruce Root will be able to offer small loans up to $50,000 to eligible
Goodwill Industries Disaster Relief Efforts ''Round-Up Campaign” to Support the American Red Cross for the 2025 California Wildfires
Goodwill Industries of Lane and South Coast Counties and Alaska (Goodwill) will join the community to provide assistance for individuals affected by the devastating wildfires in California. Beginning Thursday, January 16th and running through Wednesday, January 22nd, Goodwill will conduct a Round Up campaign for the American Red Cross and donate contributions made at any of its stores located in the following states/cities: ALASKA: Anchorage and Wasilla OREGON: Brookings, Cottage Grove, Eugene,
Alaska Airlines announces new flights to Anchorage from Detroit and Sacramento
For the first time this summer, we're connecting Anchorage to both Detroit and Sacramento with seasonal nonstop flights, as well as resuming nonstop service between Fairbanks and Portland. We’ll offer the most nonstop destinations ever this summer from Alaska’s largest city along with daily Portland-Fairbanks service; other new nonstops begin this week across our network For the first time this summer, Alaska Airlines is connecting Anchorage to both Detroit and Sacramento with seasonal nonstop flights,
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,
Nominations open for Anchorage ATHENA Society Class of 2025
Recognition luncheon set for March 17 @Hotel Captain Cook Nominations are open for the Anchorage ATHENA Society Class of 2025 with applications due on Monday, Feb. 10 at 5 pm. Each year, the Anchorage ATHENA Society, in partnership with the Anchorage Chamber of Commerce, recognizes several outstanding women for their leadership and excellence in business. The criterion for nominations includes all of the following: Anchorage women leaders who demonstrate excellence in business or a
Quality Screens Celebrates 40 Years of Business in Anchorage
ANCHORAGE, Alaska. January 31, 2025 - Quality Screens celebrates its 40th year in business this year with a Ribbon Cutting at its location in Midtown Anchorage. This January, Quality Screens is proud to celebrate its 40 Year Anniversary with a Ribbon Cutting hosted by the Anchorage Chamber of Commerce. Founded in 1985, the business has been repairing and building custom window and patio door screens for the Anchorage community and the neighboring areas, from Girdwood to the Valley and beyond. The
New Book Release: Mentorship Matters: Cultivating a Culture of Excellence Through Mentorship
Mentorship Matters is set to release Friday, 13 December 2024.Pre-orders on Amazon Kindle now....click this link: https://amzn.to/3VDVv0H Unlock the Power of Mentorship to Transform Lives and Organizations In Mentorship Matters, author and leadership expert Mike Lightner shares an inspiring and practical guide to building meaningful mentorship relationships that drive growth, success, and a culture of excellence. Drawing from personal experiences and real-world insights, this book reveals how mentorship
America's Field Trip
America’s Field Trip is a nationwide student contest sponsored by America250, the official nonpartisan entity charged by Congress with planning the nation’s Semiquincentennial in 2026, also known as the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. America’s Field Trip invites students in grades 3–12 to be part of this historic milestone by sharing their perspectives on what America means to them — with the chance to earn a once-in-a-lifetime field trip experience at an iconic
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,
A Winter Soiree & Silent Auction
Wilderness Adventures for Kids Everywhere, Inc. (W.A.K.E., Inc.) will hold a fundraiser, A Winter Soiree & Silent Auction, on January 25, 2025 from 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm at the Loussac Event Center in Anchorage. We are asking for event sponsors with three possible levels of sponsorship as well as auction donation items. Please contact us if you have questions at (907) 931-3115 or info@wakeinc.org. Additionally, ticket sales have already begun! You can select your sponsorship and/or purchase tickets at
