2026 ALASKA YOUNG PROFESSIONALS SUMMIT

One for the Books: A Decade of Momentum

ANCHORAGE – The Anchorage Chamber of Commerce’s Young Professionals Group (YPG) is proud to host the 10th Annual Alaska Young Professionals Summit on April 9-11, 2026, in Anchorage, AK. The two-day conference features immersive workshops and compelling seminars presented by successful and experienced government, business, and community leaders. Programs and events are geared toward all levels of employees and executives, and welcomes professionals of all industries.

This year’s keynote speaker is Kenyon Salo. One of only five members on the Denver Broncos Thunderstorm Skydive Team, Kenyon is seen each week flying into Broncos Stadium at 60+mph, ending with a soft tip-toe landing on the ten-yard line. Through his passions for adventure, storytelling, and connecting with people, he found a simple process to guide others on a path to what most of us crave – living a more fulfilled life. In this session, you’ll receive actionable steps that will help you, both personally and professionally, to achieve anything you desire.

The 2026 Summit is built to fuel your professional momentum. We’ve curated a curriculum that spans the entire career spectrum, from practical essentials (credit building, management basics) to the high-octane (peak performance and resilience), and everything in between. Whether you are looking to master leadership resilience or navigate business ownership, we have a session designed for your growth. Visit tinyurl.com/AKYPSummit.

This year’s Alaska Young Professionals Summit Award finalists are:

Alaska Young Professional of the Year

• Alexa Donahe, Vice President & General Manager, Pursuit
• Ashley Fregly, Vice Chair, Board of Trustees, Pacific Northern Academy; Founder & President, U.S. Air Force Academy Assoc. of Graduates, Alaska Chapter
• Jamie Lytton, Physician Assistant, Neuroversion

Alaska Entrepreneur of the Year

• Carolyn Nicole Daussin The Law Office of Nicole Daussin, Inc.
• Lauren Hines Boom Coffee
• Natalie Norris Red Eye Rides

Award winners will be announced at the keynote reception on Friday, April 10, 2026, at the Egan Center. A limited number of keynote and awards reception tickets are available: $95/per person.

To register for the 2026 Summit, visit tinyurl.com/AKYPSummit. Sponsorship opportunities and exhibitor booths are still available but going fast! Email ypg@anchoragechamber.org. Click here for the media kit.

All conference attendees have a chance to win prizes like an Apple Series 11 Apple Watch courtesy of GCI and the grand prize of two round-trip tickets to anywhere Alaska Airlines flies.

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ABOUT THE ANCHORAGE CHAMBER YOUNG PROFESSIONALS GROUP

YPG is the largest young professional organization in Alaska, with over 400 active members. YPG enhances careers through social, philanthropic, and professional development activities and events. YPG aims to connect diverse young professionals across the area to create a force that will both strengthen and grow Anchorage and its young professional community, with the ultimate goal of attracting even more young professionals to share their talents and make Anchorage their home. For more info, visit anchoragechamber.org/ypg.

ABOUT THE ANCHORAGE CHAMBER

The Anchorage Chamber of Commerce has been a prominent voice for business across Anchorage for over 100 years. We represent nearly 800 companies and their 40,000+ employees. Our mission is to advance a successful business climate by attending to the civic, economic, and cultural betterment of our community. More information about the Anchorage Chamber is available at AnchorageChamber.org or by calling 907-272-2401.