Right Moves
Welcome to Right Moves! Every day in the 49th State Alaskans are finding new positions, moving up the ranks at their current employer, or pursuing professional development through ongoing education and certifications. We’re pleased to share all of this positive career movement, so here you’ll find Alaska-based job hires, promotions, and professional certifications.
And since people are the foundation of every business, in HR Matters we’ve asked local experts to offer their guidance on human resource trends, issues, and best practices, as well as listing articles from around the state about what businesses—and their employees—are doing to keep the focus on the people.
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ANTHC Taps TCC Attorney as Interim CEO
Natasha Singh, previously general counsel for the Tanana Chiefs Conference, takes over for Valerie Nurr’araluk Davidson as Interim President and CEO of Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium.
New Executive Leaders Under Northrim Bank’s New CEO
Leadership changes at Northrim Bank did not end with Chairman of the Board Joe Schierhorn yielding his President and CEO titles to Mike Huston. Several team members were given new titles as Executive, Senior, or Associate Vice President.
APU Hires Chief Advancement Officer
Alaska Pacific University hired media veteran Allison Knox as Chief Advancement Officer, responsible for fundraising strategy, alumni relations, and major gifts.
Tlingit & Haida Elevates Communications, Customer Service, and Printing & Engraving Leaders
The Central Council of the Tlingit & Haida Indian Tribes of Alaska elevated some new leaders, hiring a new director in the Communications department and promoting managers for the Customer Care and Printing & Engraving departments.
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The “New” Gig; The Flex Workforce
PeopleAK By Paula Bradison Paula Bradison, CEO | For more information call (907) 276-5707 or visit our website at PeopleAK.com. In several recent surveys and publications, it is well documented that business owners are searching for creative and unique staffing...
Addressing the Skilled Laborer Shortage
SPONSORED BY PEOPLEAK: Although many attribute skilled labor and trade shortages in Alaska and the United States to the Great Resignation following COVID-19, it has unfortunately been an industry topic for over a decade.
Executive Recruitment and Finding Unicorns
SPONSORED BY PEOPLEAK: More than ever before, the executive recruiting environment is changing. Attracting top talent is a topic many organizations are currently examining.
Making History
The track of oil and gas development in Alaska shows the footprints of bold companies and hard-working individuals who shaped the industry in the past and continue to innovate today. The May 2024 issue of Alaska Business explores that history while looking forward to new product development, the energy transition for the fishing fleet, and the ethics of AI tools in business.