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Anchorage Chamber Announces 65th Annual Gold Pan Award Winners
ANCHORAGE – The Anchorage Chamber of Commerce’s 65th Annual Gold Pan Awards “Met Gala: Art of our Community”was held on Friday, November 18, 2022, at the Dena’ina Civic and Convention Center. Chamber members and community leaders participated in a silent auction hosted by Alaska Premier Auctions & Appraisals; games of giving for prizes like two roundtrip tickets on Alaska Airlines, tickets to Homer via Ravn Alaska, and snowshoeing excursions with Go Hike Alaska; photo ops courtesy of Photo Emporium
How to Survive the Holiday Season as a Small Business Owner
It's that time of year again! The holidays are just around the corner, which means it's time to start planning if you want your small business to survive the festive season unscathed. There's a lot to think about from decorating your storefront to hiring seasonal staff. To help you stay the course, check out this holiday season checklist from the Anchorage Chamber of Commerce for small businesses below.A Festive Look First things first, you need to make sure your storefront is looking festive and
Alaska's first maurices Opens at Dimond Center
DIMOND CENTER WELCOMES ALASKA’S FIRST MAURICES November 15, 2022 – Anchorage, AK. Dimond Center is extremely excited to announce the opening of Alaska’s first maurices. maurices is a leading women’s fashion brand offering size-inclusive clothing that celebrates feel-good fashion for real life™. Offering versatile, affordable styles that take her from day to night, maurices is a destination for denim, knit tops, loungewear, intimates, and accessories, along with dressy collections. Known for its fun and
7 Ways for Anchorage Creatives to Get Discovered
As a creative, it can be difficult to get your work seen. You may feel like you're shouting into the void, but there are ways to get your work in front of more eyes. Keep reading for seven tips on how creatives in Anchorage can get discovered and turn their passion into a business.1. Write a Business Plan One of the best ways to get your creative business off the ground is to write a business plan. A business plan will help you articulate your goals, map out your strategies, and track your progress over
How Your New Local Business Will Benefit the Anchorage Community
Starting a small business here in Anchorage can have many benefits for our local community. Not only can you provide goods or services that may be needed, but you can also help to boost the local economy and create jobs. Small businesses can also contribute to the vibrancy of a community by adding to its diversity and making it a more attractive place to live and work. There are many ways that small businesses can benefit the local community. Here are a few of the most important along with tips on how to
How to Start a Business in Anchorage, AK Following a Career Setback
Experiencing a career setback is soul-crushing. It can leave you feeling lost, unsure of what to do next, or even uncertain of what the future holds for you. Depending on the career blow you’ve been dealt, you might suffer low self-esteem, depression, and financial struggles, further hurting your chances of landing another job. However, it's important to pause and reflect on the silver lining of your career setback. A career setback offers the best chance for you to redefine yourself, make a better
