Making Travel Happen
by Vanessa Orr | Oct 20, 2025
Making Travel Happen
by Vanessa Orr | Oct 20, 2025
Study: Tourism Marketing Boosts Alaska’s Image as a Place to Live
Attendees of the Alaska Travel Industry Association annual conference in Anchorage have new data to digest from the host organization and the host city.
Arcnito Wins Alaska’s First AI Pitch Contest
The Alaska Small Business Development Center, in partnership with Amazon Web Services and PREDICTif Solutions, hosted the inaugural AI Pitch Showcase.
First LNG Load Delivered to Fairbanks Utility
Harvest Midstream delivers its first load of North Slope liquefied natural gas to Fairbanks, giving residents another energy option.
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Accountant Reform Bill Becomes Law
House Bill 121, adding flexibility for certified public accountants to qualify for work in Alaska, became law without the governor’s signature.
Presidential Order Reverses Ambler Roadblock
An executive greenlight for a road to the Ambler Mining District, and federal ownership in the venture, leaves talks with Native landowners still to be done.
From Plan to Action: Workforce Convening Centers on Coordinated Training Strategies
An upcoming Workforce Convening will formally introduce a new coordinated plan for labor training in Alaska, highlighting education and employment strategies and opportunities.
Royal Caribbean Launches Small Business Accelerator Program in Seward
Royal Caribbean’s Port Partners program aims to support small business development in Seward, where a new cruise ship terminal is being built.
Southwest Heading North: Airline Adds Seasonal ANC Routes
Southwest Airlines is scheduling seasonal service to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport starting in May 2026.
Ripening for Recognition: Has MidValley Greenhouse Perfected Alaska-Hardy Tomatoes?
MidValley Greenhouse owners are in talks with a major seed distributor about selling its Alaska-hardy, outdoor-grown tomato globally.
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October 21 – October 23
Seasons of Adventure 2025
Join the Alaska Travel Industry Association (ATIA) for its 2025 Annual Convention and Trade Show in Anchorage in October.
Join friends in the oil and gas industry for a cocktail hour, dinner, and The Alaska Support Industry Alliance annual board elections.
October 28
A Summit on the Economic Impact of Early Care and Learning
thread’s 6th Summit on the Economic Impact of Early Care and Learning: Building Solutions and Creating Opportunity will provide attendees an opportunity to hear from local and national leaders, get the latest updates on the governor’s Child Care Task Force recommendations, and discover innovative solutions from communities across Alaska.
Spotlight Digital Profiles
Calista Corporation
Associated General Contractors of Alaska
Personnel Plus
Thomas Head & Greisen, PC
SeaTac Marine
Lynden
American Marketing Association Alaska Chapter
Anchorage Economic Development Corporation
Doyon, Limited
Span Alaska Transportation
Oxford Assaying & Refining
SES Space & Defense
PeopleAK
ASRC Energy Remediation
The Systemcenter
New Executive Director for Assets, Inc.
Gina Bastian, a former board member of Assets, is hired as Executive Director to lead the nonprofit that supports adults with developmental disabilities or mental illness.
UMIAQ Environmental Promotes Policy and Permitting Manager
UMIAQ Environmental, a division of UIC Commercial Services, promoted Emily McDonald to Policy and Permitting Division Manager.
New Generation of Environmental and Marketing Talent at Nortech
Environmental Professional Megan Smoot and Marketing Assistant MJ Johnson are new to the Nortech team in Alaska.
Making Travel Happen
Alaska’s tourism industry uses strategic marketing to attract visitors and convince them to make the journey.
Drawing from History: Issues Illustrated, 1986 and Today
In 1986, all twelve issues of this magazine had illustrated covers. Let that be a sketchbook of the issues that were important four decades ago, some of which still resonate today.
The Safety Corner: Rigging 101
Working with suspended loads is one of the most hazardous jobs. Sean Dewalt explains how proper training and certification of riggers can prevent injuries and lower insurance exposures.
Strategic Onboarding
Onboarding must be designed to create momentum and instill confidence. Brian Walch shows how to help new hires contribute in meaningful ways as quickly as possible.
Worn but not Worn Out
Resale shopping is popular with all walks of life, not just bargain hunters. Learn about sustainable fashion at consignment clothing stores.