Industry
Every Alaska industry is an important part of the state’s economic fabric. Alaska’s well-known industries like oil and gas, mining, and fishing are inextricably linked with engineering services, financial institutions, healthcare facilities—even nonprofit endeavors. It is our goal to cover businesses in all of Alaska economic and geographic sectors, from family-operated farms in the Mat-Su and manufacturers in Fairbanks to budding cannabis dispensaries, tourism-based entities in Southeast, or Southcentral’s large retailers.
Latest Industry News
Promotions for Matson’s Top Alaska Executives
Jennifer Tungul succeeds Vic Angoco as Senior Vice President, Alaska, and Rob Olson takes over Tungul’s role as Vice President, Alaska Operations.
Labor Lawyer Joins Landye Bennett Blumstein as Associate Attorney
Dezi Robb joins Landye Bennett Blumstein as an Associate Attorney with a focus on business litigation, employment law, and labor matters.
A Tour Built for Bicycles
Two wheels can get visitors pretty far in Alaska, under pedal power. Meet some be-spoked tour operators.
Global Firm Expands Anchorage Retail Footprint
New York-based Time Equities, Inc. bought a 102,000-square-foot building in Midtown Anchorage leased mainly by Treeforms Furniture Gallery.
Kensington Exploration Delivers High Grades and Vein Continuity
Coeur Alaska reports high grade results from drilling at its Kensington underground gold mine north of Juneau and continuity across veins at the Elmira expansion.
Sadler’s Home Furnishings Returns to Wasilla in Refurbished Big-Box Store
The former Sears, and even more former Walmart, is soon to be three Furniture Enterprises of Alaska stores in one.
Buying a Business in Alaska
Recently, a friend of mine, a certified public accountant (CPA), asked me to join him as a partner to buy a small, popular business. As a mergers and acquisitions (M&A) advisor, I’ve had my share of personal and professional experience with acquisitions. My partner...
Edenshaw Arrives as Ketchikan Indian Community Tribal Administrator/CEO
Ketchikan Indian Community named Emily Edenshaw its new CEO and Tribal Administrator, not long after her departure from Alaska Native Heritage Center.