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
KPMG Promotes Three at Anchorage Office
Al Asuncion, Joye Sumner, and Tyler VanAusdal, three accountants at the Anchorage office of KPMG, are promoted to Tax Manager and Audit Manager.
Ketchikan Indian Community Launching First Tribal Wellness Center at Salmon Falls Resort
Ketchikan Indian Community acquired Salmon Falls Resort to convert from commercial tourism into the first residential substance abuse detox center in Southeast.
GCI Invests $12M in Cordova Telecom Subsea Cable to Southeast
GCI adds $12 million to Cordova Telecom Cooperative’s FISH in SEAK subsea fiber optic cable to Southeast, expected to deploy in 2027.
Beyond Ten: A Proven Playbook for Growing from $10M to $50M
Guest author Chris Muntean shares insight and years of experience as to what steps business owners can pursue growth, notably those with a vision for their company to generate $50 million a year in revenue.
Taking Care of Business: Regional Corporations Score Achievements
In this roundup, some of the twelve Alaska Native regional corporations share recent news, projects, and ongoing benefits for their communities.
Operator Overhaul for Ketchikan Shipyard: AIDEA Puts JAG at the Helm
The Alaska Industrial Development and Export Authority welcomes JAG Marine Group to replace Vigor Alaska as operator of the Ketchikan Shipyard.
Takeoff Speed: Student Pilots Fly into the Wild Blue
With 1 in 100 Alaskans certified to fly—or six times the national average, per capita—the state has a thriving network of flight schools. What resources are available for those looking to take to the skies?
State Nets $17.5M in North Slope Lease Sale
Eleven companies bid $17.5 million for 287 tracts, covering 519,000 acres, for the largest state North Slope lease sale in a decade.
Also in this issue: building a company and planning an exit strategy; several ESOPs, and UAS’ foray into a new model for tuition. Enjoy!