The Shop of Things to Come
by Tracy Barbour | Sep 15, 2025
The Shop of Things to Come
by Tracy Barbour | Sep 15, 2025
Toast of the Town Acquires Alaska Event Services
Event planner Toast of the Town expands by acquiring longtime Anchorage-based event décor and rental company Alaska Event Services.
Red Dog Operator Teck Merging with Anglo American Mining Company
The $53 billion merger of the Red Dog Mine operator with a former Pebble Project partner forms the mineral powerhouse Anglo Teck.
Kodiak Tribe Receives $2.3 Million to Boost Kelp Processing
Southeast Conference, through Alaska Mariculture Cluster, awards $3 million statewide to boost kelp and oyster farming, production, and sales.
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Mat-Su Sentinel Awarded New Business of the Year
A national publishing group supporting independent, local newsrooms is honoring the news nonprofit covering the Matanuska-Susitna Borough.
NAC Launches Anchorage–Seattle Route with Same-Day Rural Access
Northern Air Cargo says the new direct cargo route between Seattle and Anchorage enables same-day rural delivery.
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.
Federal Pact to Accelerate Major Infrastructure in Alaska
Alaska signs the first state-level agreement to coordinate more closely with the federal Permitting Council on major infrastructure, like the AK LNG pipeline and Graphite Creek mine.
Technology, Investment Hasten Alaska Oil and Gas ‘Renaissance’
The annual conference of the Alaska Oil and Gas Association hailed rapid changes in the industry that promise to boost production for a decade.
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This free family-friendly event will feature information about how to prepare for earthquakes, wildfires, floods, and more.
The Alaska Superintendents Association Fall Conference is a one-of-a-kind opportunity for Alaska superintendents to come together for connection, collaboration, and shared learning.
The Palmer Community Foundation (PCF) is hosting a Community Celebration at the historic Palmer Train Depot.
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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
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Rasmuson Foundation Reorganizes Strategic Leadership
Tasha Pineda is promoted to the new position of Chief Program Officer, and Issa Spatrisano joins the Rasmuson Foundation as a Program Officer.
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.
The Shop of Things to Come
Even the most remote villages in Alaska are feeling the transformative effects of online commerce. See how small businesses are adapting to the electronic frontier.
A Tour Built for Bicycles
Two wheels can get visitors pretty far in Alaska, under pedal power. Meet some be-spoked tour operators.
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.
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...