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Northrim Annouces Schierhorn Retirement
Northrim Bank Announces Retirement of Joe Schierhorn Northrim Bank announces the retirement of Chairman, Joe Schierhorn effective December 31, 2025. President and CEO Mike Huston will succeed Mr. Schierhorn as Chairman of the Board of Northrim Bank on January 1, 2026 in addition to his current responsibilities. Mr. Huston has been with the Bank since 2017 serving as President since 2022 and President and CEO since 2024. Mr. Schierhorn’s professional career began at Alaska Pacific Trust and has spanned over
Anchorage Chamber of Commerce Gold Pan Nominations Open
ANCHORAGE – The Anchorage Chamber of Commerce’s 68th Annual Gold Pan Awards “Brilliance on Bourbon Street” will be held on Friday, November 21, 2025, at the Dena’ina Civic and Convention Center. Established in 1957, the awards are one of Anchorage’s longest-running civic programs. "An Anchorage Chamber Gold Pan Award is an iconic, coveted recognition in our community of service and success, celebrating outstanding civic dedication and economic accomplishment,” says Kathleen McArdle, President & CEO. For
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
