Alaska Business Magazine

Leadership Therapy - Leadership & Listening
2019-01-10 07:30 - 09:30 UTC | STRIVE, 3120 Denali Street, Suite 1, Anchorage, AK, 99503, United States
Great leaders demonstrate a variety of communications skills, and excellent listening cannot be understated. This coaching session will help participants fully understand active listening behaviors and disciplines, and individually identify what gets in the way of being an excellent listener.
Through demonstration and practice, participants will learn the benefits of being an active listener and develop an action plan for implementing these behaviors with their teams.
Leadership Outcomes:
Understand principles of active listening.
Identify common roadblocks to effective listening.
Appreciate the advantage of active listening.
Cultivate one’s own listening prowess.

Alaska Wholesale Gift Show
2019-01-10 - 2019-01-12
Dena’ina Center, Anchorage: This event provides an opportunity for small business owners/producers to grow their buyer base, meeting face to face with other business owners, buyers, and managers.
There are show specials on hotels, car rentals, travel concierges, etc.

ASGA Annual Conference
2018-12-06 - 2018-12-08
The Alaska Shellfish Growers Association conference includes a banquet, movie viewing and oyster tasting, ASGA annual business meeting; tour of local farms; and discussions about oyster and kelp farming, regulations, and growing a successful business in the mariculture industry.
Our annual conference will be held December 6-8 at the Orca Adventure Lodge in Cordova, Alaska. You can book your hotel accommodations in advance by contacting the Orca Adventure Lodge at 907-424-7249 (room rates range from $115/night single queen to $175/night for suites that sleep 3-4 ).
The Hotel is a couple miles out of town, they will provide a shuttle to and from the airport, and into town in the evening for dinners Details coming soon on shuttle schedule (otherwise there is one taxi in town).

ALASBO Annual Conference
2018-12-02 - 2018-12-05
Anchorage: Annual conference of the Alaska Association of School Business Officials.
ALASBO’s regular and associate members represent business professionals and officials of public school districts in the State of Alaska, the State Department of Education and the business community. Our annual conference provides a unique opportunity for members from across the state to meet for professional growth and sharing of ideas and concerns.

Alaska Tribal Conference on Environmental Management
2018-11-27 - 2018-11-30
Organized by the Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium, this annual gathering that brings together Tribes, non-profits, and state and federal organizations for a week of environmental conversations.
The Alaska Tribal Conference on Environmental Management, organized by the Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium, is an annual gathering that brings together Tribes, Non-profits, and State and Federal organizations, for a week of environmental conversations. The discussions focus on finding and implementing solutions to address the unique environmental concerns facing Alaskan communities.

RDC for Alaska Conference
2018-11-14 - 2018-11-15
RDC’s purpose is to link various industries together to encourage a strong, diversified private sector and grow Alaska through responsible resource development.
The All Alaska Pediatric Partnership is a catalyst for improvements in Alaska’s health care systems and services for children and their families.
We support and link healthcare services between government, healthcare entities, social services, and payers for children and families by leading collaborative opportunities, improving efficiency within systems, advocating on behalf of children, expanding education and training opportunities for healthcare professionals, and enhancing communication around children’s health and wellness. We recognize and respect the diversity within our organization and our community, and use it as a guide to innovative thinking that leads to change.

AML Local Government Conference
2018-11-12 - 2018-11-16
The Alaska Municipal League will hold its 68th Annual Local Government Conference November 12-16, 2018 at the Hotel Captain Cook in Anchorage, Alaska.
The Annual Conference provides an excellent opportunity to connect with colleagues, learn more about local government issues, and discuss priorities. It is a chance to refresh our connections with one another, and renew our commitment to local government.
The AML Annual Business Meeting will convene at the Hotel Captain Cook in Anchorage, Alaska at 9:00 am on Friday, November 16, 2018 as part of the 68th Annual Local Government Conference. Major agenda items include adoption of the 2019 Resolutions, Priorities and Position Statements and elections of AML Board of Directors for the upcoming year. Click here for more conference information.
The AML 2018 Summer Legislative Conference Summary, Presentations, Gubernatorial Debate Video and Sen. Dunleavy’s Written Reponses can be found at this link http://www.akml.org/conferences/ .

AAMC Conference
2018-11-12 - 2018-11-13
Hotel Captain Cook, Anchorage: The Alaska Association of Municipal Clerks is an organization that focuses on providing educational training and mentoring and professional growth opportunities.
The 2018 Alaska Association of Municipal Clerk’s Conference is scheduled for November 12 and 13, with the Academy scheduled for November 11.
The conference will be held at the Hotel Captain Cook, located at 939 West 5th Avenue in beautiful downtown Anchorage.
Meet and reconnect with Alaska Clerks, share experiences and bring home new ideas! Conference topics include Ethics/Conflict of Interest, Generational Diversity, Stress Management, Emotional Pressure and Time/Life Management, Clerks Resources and an update on the work of the Alaska Election Policy Working Group. Conference attendees earn 2 CMC “Experience” or 2 MMC “Professional/Social” points towards IIMC Certification. The conference takes place Monday and Tuesday, November 12 & 13. The registration fee is $350 for members and $400 for non-members.

AASB Annual Conference
2018-11-08 - 2018-11-11
The mission of the Association of Alaska School Boards is to advocate for children and youth by assisting school boards in providing quality public education, focused on student achievement, through effective local governance.
AASB invites you to partner with us at our annual conference as an exhibitor or sponsor. You will network with over 350 attendees, including school board members, superintendents, district staff, and more.
The 2018 Annual Conference will be held November 8-11, 2018 at the Anchorage Hilton Hotel.
Register today to secure your exhibit space. We look forward to seeing you there!

AGC of Alaska Annual Conference
2018-11-07 - 2018-11-10
Hotel Captain Cook, Anchorage: The mission of AGC of Alaska is to advocate for their members and the Alaska construction industry; to provide educational opportunities for their members; and to make the public aware of their members’ skills, responsibility, and integrity.
AGC facilitates cooperative and collaborative relationships between members, contractors, related construction industry professionals, governmental bodies and other groups for responsible dealings with the public.
We unite the construction industry to focus on balanced industry advancement and work to foster and promote constructive legislation, regulation, and standards, and act as a resource to anyone with questions about the industry.

Alaska Miners Association Conference
2018-11-04 - 2018-11-10
Dena’ina Center, Anchorage: The fall convention includes technical sessions, short courses, a trade show, and networking opportunities.
The mission of the Alaska Miners Association (AMA) is to advocate for and promote responsible mineral development in the state of Alaska.
The Alaska Miners Association serves as a clearinghouse for information and a center of expertise for our members and all Alaskans. AMA advocates to the public and policymakers about practices that ensure the livelihood of Alaska’s mineral industry.

All Alaska Pediatric Symposium
2018-11-02 - 2018-11-03
Hotel Captain Cook, Anchorage: The All Alaska Pediatric Partnership supports and links healthcare services between government, healthcare entities, social services, and payers for children and families.
The All Alaska Pediatric Partnership is a catalyst for improvements in Alaska’s health care systems and services for children and their families.
We support and link healthcare services between government, healthcare entities, social services, and payers for children and families by leading collaborative opportunities, improving efficiency within systems, advocating on behalf of children, expanding education and training opportunities for healthcare professionals, and enhancing communication around children’s health and wellness. We recognize and respect the diversity within our organization and our community, and use it as a guide to innovative thinking that leads to change.

Sitka WhaleFest
2018-11-01 - 2018-11-04
Sitka WhaleFest is a unique science festival to celebrate marine life! The core of the festival, is a unique science symposium blending local knowledge and scientific inquiry of the rich marine environment of our northern oceans.
Surrounded by community and cultural activities, the weekend events include lectures, marine wildlife cruises in beautiful Sitka Sound, a marine-themed artisan market, music, local foods, art show, interactive student sessions, and a fun run/walk. Come to Sitka WhaleFest and celebrate with this unique tradition with our community.
Register online here. Paper Tickets will be available at Old Harbor Books (201 Lincoln Street) on October 19th.

ATIA Annual Convention & Trade Show
2018-10-08 - 2018-10-11

2018 Top 49ers
2018-09-28 11:30 - 13:00 | Sheraton Anchorage Hotel & Spa, 401 E 6th Ave, Anchorage, AK, 99501, United States
Ticket sales to the general public are now open for the 2018 Top 49ers Awards Luncheon. This annual event honors the top forty-nine businesses owned and operated by Alaskans, ranked by gross revenue.
In this year’s theme, we’ve captured the hard work, energy, and teamwork that it takes to be a Top 49er.
The event will be held Friday, September 28th from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. at the Anchorage Marriott Downtown. Doors open at 11:30 a.m. for networking and seating.
Tickets are $59 per person and $590 for a table of ten.
Individual seating is available at Tables 23, 27, and 30 (See Seating Chart) All other seating is by table only.
Reservations are required for this Alaska Business sponsored annual event, which sells out early.
This year’s door prizes include a pair of round-trip tickets on Alaska Airlines!

Alaska Superintendents Association Fall Conference
2018-09-26 - 2018-09-29

Alaska Fire Conference
2018-09-24 - 2018-09-28

Alaska State HR Conference
2018-09-20 - 2018-09-21
