BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Alaska Business Magazine - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Alaska Business Magazine X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.akbizmag.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Alaska Business Magazine REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Anchorage BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0900 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:AKDT DTSTART:20190310T110000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0900 TZNAME:AKST DTSTART:20191103T100000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0900 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:AKDT DTSTART:20200308T110000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0900 TZNAME:AKST DTSTART:20201101T100000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0900 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:AKDT DTSTART:20210314T110000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0900 TZNAME:AKST DTSTART:20211107T100000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0900 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:AKDT DTSTART:20220313T110000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0900 TZNAME:AKST DTSTART:20221106T100000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20201020T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20201020T193000 DTSTAMP:20260403T115041 CREATED:20201015T171328Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201015T171328Z UID:10001668-1603216800-1603222200@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:2020 Alaska Women's Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony DESCRIPTION:The Alaska Women’s Hall of Fame is dedicated to honoring\, in perpetuity\, women whose contributions have influenced the direction of Alaska. Each year we induct new members into the Hall during the Induction Ceremony\, which this year will be streamed live with each inductee sharing their story and experiences. The women being inducted this year are: \nMonica Anderson (Education\, Health Advocate\, Leadership)Reyne Marie Athanas (Art\, Education\, Entrepreneurship\, Leadership)Sarah Eliassen (Education\, Girl Scouts\, Leadership)April S. Ferguson (Political Activism\, Visionary)Margaret Norma Goodman (Broadcasting\, Community Activism\, Mental Health\, Social Justice\, Volunteering)Ann “Nancy” Gross (Education\, Political Activism\, Public Service)Karleen Grummett (Community Service\, Education\, Historic Preservation\, Writing)Jennifer “Jane” Wainwright Mears (Culture\, Education\, Music)Peggy Mullen (Community Service)Sandy Poulson (Community Activism\, Journalism)Frances Helaine Ros (Education\, Entrepreneurship)Judi Anne Slajer (Government) URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/2020-alaska-womens-hall-of-fame-induction-ceremony/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/WHoF.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Alaska Women's Hall of Fame":MAILTO:alaskawhof@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201027 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201030 DTSTAMP:20260403T115041 CREATED:20200928T064601Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200928T064601Z UID:10001663-1603756800-1604015999@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:Alaska Outdoor Alliance 5th Annual Confluence DESCRIPTION:The Summit on the Outdoors is an annual conference where Alaskans come together to discuss trends in outdoor recreation and to share ideas to expand the sector. Over multiple days\, attendees roll up their sleeves to shape outdoor recreation policies\, foster collaboration\, listen to influential speakers and thought leaders in the field\, participate in critical conversations\, and develop funding ideas that strengthen our sector and Alaska. You’ll have the opportunity to join business owners\, elected officials\, public land managers\, allied nonprofits\, and other community leaders in shaping the future of outdoor recreation in the state. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/alaska-outdoor-alliance-5th-annual-confluence/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/AK-Outdoor-Alliance.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20201029T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20201029T170000 DTSTAMP:20260403T115041 CREATED:20200928T065513Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200928T065513Z UID:10001664-1603962000-1603990800@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:ArcticCon Virtual 2020 DESCRIPTION:Starting in 2017\, ArcticCon is an IT conference based in Anchorage. ArcticCon’s mission is to provide technical information from industry experts to educate the IT community of Alaska about new advancements in Cyber Security and Information Technology. ArcticCon aims to make IT more accessible to the Last Frontier and bring together community members from all over the state to encourage a collaborative work environment. \nIf you’re an expert in your IT field\, ArcticCon is a great platform to get your message out. Show off your research\, an attack or even a solution you implemented that others should see. Call For Papers is now open. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/arcticcon-virtual-2020/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/ArcticCon.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20201101T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20201101T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T115041 CREATED:20201026T081701Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201026T081751Z UID:10001675-1604232000-1604242800@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:The 49th State Women's Forum: Good Trouble DESCRIPTION:“The 49th State Women’s Forum: Good Trouble” will take place Sunday\, November 1st. The Women’s Power League of Alaska (WPLAK) is proud to sponsor this online event\, as it is indeed a continuation of amplifying conversations within our state and our nation. \nJoin WPLAK for unfiltered (but respectful) dialogue and inspiring commentary from young professionals\, community leaders\, thought makers\, entrepreneurs\, mothers\, citizens\, and more. At the request of working mothers who are managing increased responsibilities during their weekday\, this event will take place on a Sunday. So grab a cup of coffee or a mimosa\, and prepare to engage with your fellow women about the victories and challenges ahead\, with hopes for the brightest future we can create for Alaskans. \nThe Women’s Power League is a network of professionals united for the purpose of strengthening our state’s economy through the empowerment of women. We seek to champion future and existing leaders in the 49th state through mentorship\, professional development and community building. \nWPLAK advocates for inclusion\, civic engagement\, community service\, nonpartisan activism\, and sisterhood. \nHeadquartered in Anchorage\, WPLAK establishes new pathways for women to connect and give back through customized programs\, unique presentations\, and one-of-a-kind events. The organization celebrates the incredible crop of women who have been agents of change and elevated the bar for the next generation. \nDrawing on the knowledge of those within and outside of the state of Alaska\, WPLAK encourages thoughtful dialogue about the victories and challenges women face in the 21st Century. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/the-49th-state-womens-forum-good-trouble/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Scene-10-26-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201102 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201106 DTSTAMP:20260403T115041 CREATED:20201022T002153Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201022T002153Z UID:10001672-1604275200-1604620799@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:2020 Alaska Miners Association Virtual Annual Convention DESCRIPTION:The Alaska Miners Association’s annual convention and trade show is a great event that boasts more than 1\,000 attendees representing our Alaska mining family. Convention week includes many networking events\, the largest mining tradeshow in the state\, representatives from all operating mines\, and potential mining development projects in Alaska\, educational short courses\, and technical sessions. \nThis year\, the convention is being hosted on Zoom and is free for all to attend. The theme for the 2020 convention is Alaska Mining 2020: An Essential Industry. \nAgenda information is below. Please visit the Alaska Miners Association’s website for the most up to date information: www.alaskaminers.org \n​Monday\, November 2: \n8 a.m. to Noon and 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.: Placer Mine Permitting Short Course: The Short Course includes is intended to provide the small mines operators with information on permitting issues that apply to the industry. This short course is designed to provide small mines operators with information to help them navigate the permitting process. Presenters will cover the gamut of federal\, state\, and Fairbanks North Star Borough permitting and compliance requirements for mining operations. \n8-Noon; 1-5 pm  \nTuesday\, November 3:\n9 a.m. to 11 a.m.: Technical Session: Geoscience Investigations  \nFeaturing: ADGGS\, USGS\, UAF\, UAA \n1 p.m. to 3 p.m.: Technical Session: Industry Overview and Policy Updates \nFeaturing: Curt Freeman\, Kyle Moselle\, Ramona Monroe\, Victor Ross  \nWednesday\, November 4: \n9 a.m. to 11 a.m.: Technical Session: Early and Intermediate Stage Exploration Projects  \nFeaturing David Hedderly-Smith and Associates\, Resolution Minerals\, Tectonic Metals\, Heatherdale Resources \n1 p.m. to 3 p.m.: Technical Session: Intermediate and Advanced Stage Exploration Projects  \nFeaturing: Pebble Partnership\, Contango Ore\, Ambler Metals\, Donlin Gold \n3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m.: Poster Session \nThursday\, November 5: \n9 a.m. to 11 a.m.: Technical Session: Elections Recap and Policy Updates \nFeaturing: Ralph Samuels\, AIDEA\, Eric Fjelstad \n1 p.m. to 3 p.m.: Technical Session: Mining Operations \nFeaturing: Kinross Fort Knox\, Teck Red Dog\, Hecla Greens Creek\, and Coeur Alaska – Kensington \n3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m.: Core Shack and Prospectors Tent with a wrap up address from Greg Beischer\, Millrock Resources  \n  URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/2020-alaska-miners-association-virtual-annual-convention/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/AMA.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201106 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201108 DTSTAMP:20260403T115041 CREATED:20200903T221902Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200903T221902Z UID:10001648-1604620800-1604793599@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:2020 Alaska Food Festival and Conference DESCRIPTION:Hosted by the Alaska Food Policy Council (AFPC)\, this fifth semi-annual event previously took place in Anchorage in 2014 and 2016\, in Fairbanks in 2017\, and Homer in 2019. This year\, the conference was scheduled for Anchorage before going virtual. \nIn addition to the Alaska Food Policy Council\, this event is co-sponsored by the Alaska Village Initiatives AgAlaska Program\, FRESH (the Food Research\, Enterprise\, and Sustainability Hub of the North)\, and Alaska Pacific University. \nThe goals of the conference and festival are to: \n\nIncrease awareness of Alaska food issues among the general population;\nProvide training\, resources\, and networking opportunities to increase involvement in local food issues by community members and decision makers; and\nIncrease connections and build community between the public\, Alaska food businesses\, NGOs\, governmental entities\, tribal entities\, and others to support local economic development and innovative solutions.\n\n  \nDetails for the event are still in the planning stage. Past conferences have included presentations on food systems in Alaska\, food security/insecurity\, traditional foods\, farmers markets\, agriculture in Alaska\, fisheries\, food policy\, food waste reduction\, and more. We also plan to hold a silent auction featuring food-related items from around the state. \nPeople and organizations interested in presenting about Alaska food topics can submit presentation abstracts by October 5 to https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/RH5RQYN. If you’re interested in sponsoring the event\, you can go to this link for more details about our sponsorship tiers\, https://www.akfoodpolicycouncil.org/2020-sponsors. \nThe keynote speakers will be announced in August\, and a tentative conference agenda will be available in October. More details about the conference are available at akfoodpolicycouncil.org/2020-festival-conference. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/2020-alaska-food-festival-and-conference/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Food-Flyer.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Alaska Food Policy Council":MAILTO:akfoodpolicycouncil@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20201106T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20201106T220000 DTSTAMP:20260403T115041 CREATED:20201015T200344Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201015T200344Z UID:10001669-1604685600-1604700000@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:63rd Annual Gold Pan Awards DESCRIPTION:Great Scott! The 2020 Gold Pan Awards are going back in time and coming to you virtually from Matanuska Brewing Company Midtown on Friday\, November 6 from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Join the Anchorage Chamber of Commerce for a night of celebration with a virtual happy hour and a live ceremony broadcasted by Upper One Studios\, hosted by Sheron Patrick. Plus\, entertainment by local ’80s band\, I Like Robots! This year’s theme is “Back to the Past\, into the Future\,” and 80s attire is recommended. \n“The Anchorage Chamber Gold Pan Awards is one of the organization’s longest-running civic programs\,” says Bruce Bustamante\, President and CEO. For sixty-three years\, the Gold Pan Awards have been awarded to those who have shown business and entrepreneurial excellence\, as well as a loyal commitment to Anchorage through community service. “We look forward to seeing you virtually as we recognize Anchorage’s finest supporters that help build this great community.” \nThe twelve finalists in four categories are: \n\n\n\nBusiness ExcellencePIP Printing of AlaskaThe Odom CorporationTOTE Maritime\nEntrepreneurial ExcellenceAlaska Escape RoomsAlaska Premier Auctions & AppraisalsBaxter Senior Living\n\n\nDistinguished Community Service by a Large Business or Organization Carlile TransportationConocoPhillips AlaskaNine Star Enterprises\nDistinguished Community Service by Small Business or Organization /vīb/ cycleAlaska Skylar TravelBOSCO’S\n\n\n\n  \nSave your virtual seat at AnchorageChamber.org. Tickets are $50 for Anchorage Chamber members. $60 for non-members. Sponsorships are still available and start at $1\,000\, which includes eight event links. For details\, contact Kaylin Smith\, Events Coordinator\, at (907) 677-7111 or email kaylin@anchoragechamber.org. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/63rd-annual-gold-pan-awards/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/2020-Gold-Pan-Awards.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201110 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201115 DTSTAMP:20260403T115041 CREATED:20201019T225056Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201019T225137Z UID:10001671-1604966400-1605398399@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:AGC 2020 Virtual Annual Conference DESCRIPTION:Registration is now open for the AGC 2020 Virtual Annual Conference. Thanks to the generosity of the events’ sponsors\, AGC of Alaska is able to offer a special full conference registration rate of only $49. \nSome of this year’s sessions include:\n\nThe Impact of COVID 19 on Alaska’s Economy\nThe DOD & DOT agency meetings\nCrisis Communications\nNavigating COVID-19: Adjusting to a new normal and keeping your team and customers both safe and secure\nThe Ugly Truth about Certificates of Insurance\, Additional Insured and Waivers\,\nUpdates from the Port of Alaska\, Oil Search\, Anchorage International Airport\, Ambler\, Pebble\, and AGC of America\nThe Parker\, Smith & Feek Excellence in Construction Awards Presentation\nThe ConocoPhillips Excellence in Safety Award Presentation\nThe Marsh & McLennan Management Symposium with Wally Adamchik.\n\nClick HERE for more information.  Click HERE to view the Full Agenda at a glance. \nMeeting Online\nWe would all love to be meeting face to face\, but in these uncertain times let’s look at the advantages that a virtual meeting can offer. \nHere are just a few: \n\nNo travel time: you can attend from your home\, office or even the cabin (all you need is internet access).\nNo travel costs (including parking fees\, time away from the office\, etc.)\nIncrease your company attendance.  At only $49\, everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend.\nAttendees are able to drop in and out of the meeting if they have urgent business matters to deal with.   Come and go as you need\, knowing that the sessions are being recorded and you can watch them later as time permits. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/agc-2020-virtual-annual-conference/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/work-silhouette-light-black-and-white-sky-white-1378413-pxhere.com_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20201110T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20201110T100000 DTSTAMP:20260403T115041 CREATED:20201019T223247Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201019T223247Z UID:10001670-1604995200-1605002400@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:Psychological Safety: A Critical Component of High-Performing Teams DESCRIPTION:Have you ever been on a team where you felt like you couldn’t question the direction the team was headed\, voice your opinion\, etc.? You aren’t alone – many of us have the distinct feeling that we are not safe to bring our full selves to the party. Interestingly enough\, Google’s Project Oxygen\, provides some answers. Project Oxygen unveiled five key factors distinguishing great teams from mediocre and struggling teams; the most significant of which was psychological safety. This condition exists when everyone on the team believes the environment is safe for interpersonal risk taking. \nSupervisors take note! The greatest driver of psychological safety is the team leader. Impactful and effective team leaders appreciate the deeply rooted brain biology behind psychological safety and commit to making their employees feel at ease. Moreover\, they create and enable a safe team culture so team members are free to ignite creativity\, take risks\, and engage in innovative thinking. Broken into easily digestible moments\, this two-hour online class helps you learn why the need for safety exists and how it expresses itself differently among each of us through engaging discussion and interactive learning. \nLearning Objectives: \n-Discover the biology of psychological safety and how it affects our lives in our modern world-Learn about the five psychological safety domains and identify which are most important for you-Learn how to avoid being “hijacked” when your psychological safety is threatened-Apply psychological safety philosophies to your workplace to ensure positive performance with yourself and your teams \nThis class is conducted live online via video conference with effective\, takeaway segments designed for engaging\, interactive learning. \nAbout the Instructor:Jonathan King draws upon more than twenty years of experience working in economics and leadership to ensure his consultation and coaching is practical and valuable. His expertise in business and data management\, teamed with his keen intuition on leadership philosophy serve to enlighten clients of all industries. He values integrity\, accountability\, personal growth and humor and these values serve as the foundation for his consultation and coaching. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/psychological-safety-a-critical-component-of-high-performing-teams/ LOCATION:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/psychological_safety.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20201112T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20201112T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T115041 CREATED:20201026T080351Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201026T080452Z UID:10001674-1605169800-1605182400@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:IXL Live Virtual - Alaska DESCRIPTION:IXL Live is going virtual for fall 2020. This interactive workshop brings a wealth of state-specific strategies straight to you. \nIn this engaging half-day session\, you’ll take a deep dive through the most important parts of IXL. You’ll explore practical ways to use IXL’s Real-Time Diagnostic\, curriculum\, guidance\, and analytics to meet the unique needs of each of your students—whether they’re in the classroom or learning at home. \nYou’ll be led by experienced IXL Professional Learning Specialists who will delve into specific resources for your state. This event is limited to 50 participants so we can offer personalized support to each attendee\, and you’ll have the opportunity to share ideas with other educators in your community. Everyone will come away feeling challenged\, rewarded\, and confident in their newfound expertise. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/ixl-live-virtual-alaska/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Scene-10-26-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201113 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201201 DTSTAMP:20260403T115041 CREATED:20201113T195519Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201113T195519Z UID:10001680-1605225600-1606780799@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:Polar Bazaar 2020 DESCRIPTION:Denali Dreams | Anchorage Museum \n \n \n \n \n \n The Anchorage Museum presents its first virtual Polar Bazaar\, an online winter marketplace presenting a curated mix of dozens of handmade products\, Friday\, November 13 through Monday\, November 30. \nOnline shoppers who purchase items from Polar Bazaar contribute to Alaska’s vibrant community of makers and artists while helping the Anchorage Museum continue to deliver rich and varied programs. \nThe museum carefully selected Alaska artists and makers working in varied media who create distinctly Northern hand-crafted items\, including fiber art\, jewelry\, wearables\, photography\, art prints\, ceramics\, soaps and edibles. \nParticipating artists and makers include: \n\n\n\n\n\nMichelle Pearson\nGlass Northern Knots Macrame\nV Rae Art\nFun-Tiques by Dee and The Alaska Mad Scientist\nBering Sea Jewelry Co.\n10 Cups of Tea\nHats with Attitude\nGale Force Coffee Roasters\n\n\n\n\nArt by Hailey Morgan\nBearberry Designs\nRedoubt Tiles\nFireBear Designs\nDenali Dreams Soap Co\nPlover House\nAlaska Quilt Works\nAbeille Alaska brand of Earthworks Farm\nAronson Designs\n\n\n\n\nHarry M. Walker Photography\nAnnie’s Arts & Follies\nLillith Moon\nBramble\, AK\nRay Bulson Photography\nGoodstein Ceramics\nAlaska Wild Harvest\nRabbit Creek Studio\n10 Cups of Tea\n\n  \n\n\n\n\nThe Polar Bazaar free shopping portal features artists and makers along with images of their offerings and direct-purchase hyperlinks. \nA portion of each Polar Bazaar sale supports the Anchorage Museum\, a nonprofit organization. Anchorage Museum members receive 10 percent rebate redeemable at the Anchorage Museum Store. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/polar-bazaar-2020/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Denali-Dreams.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201116 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201119 DTSTAMP:20260403T115041 CREATED:20201026T165722Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201026T165722Z UID:10001676-1605484800-1605743999@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:Electrify Alaska! Virtual Conference DESCRIPTION:Cordova Electric Cooperative in partnership with Beneficial Electrification League\, National Rural Electric Cooperative Association\, and the Natural Resources Defense Council invites you to three days of Beneficial Electrification discussions and virtual engagement with beautiful Cordova\, Alaska. With fiber connectivity to and within the community\, fully underground power lines and renewable energy supply\, Cordova is the perfect site from which to host the Electrify Alaska! Virtual Conference. This conference invites the Global community and partners to discuss the responsible and cost-saving electrical technologies of today and tomorrow for all-electric aviation\, boating\, vehicles\, and home heating. \nMeeting discussions: Electric vehicles\, electric planes\, electric ships\, and electric air/water source heat pumps. The future is Electric! \nVirtual Networking Breakouts: In-person Conference attendance is very important for the networking opportunities\, but just because we are not going to be together in Cordova\, Alaska\, doesn’t mean we can’t connect face-to-face in small groups! Please join the conversation! \nOnline Sponsors Spotlight: This is a great opportunity for attendees to hear directly from the industry leaders about their latest products\, services and/or initiatives. You will be able to dialogue in real time! \nConference Video Tours to CEC Battery Energy Storage (BESS) and Power Creek Hydroelectric Virtual Project will be available to all Electrify Alaska! Conference registered participants. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/electrify-alaska-virtual-conference/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Scene-10-26-3.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201118 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201119 DTSTAMP:20260403T115041 CREATED:20201026T074516Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201109T201819Z UID:10001673-1605657600-1605743999@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:41st Annual Alaska Resources Conference DESCRIPTION:The Resource Development Council (RDC) for Alaska is a statewide business association comprised of individuals and companies from Alaska’s oil and gas\, mining\, forest products\, tourism\, and fisheries industries. RDC’s membership includes Alaska Native Corporations\, local communities\, organized labor\, and industry support firms. RDC’s purpose is to encourage a strong\, diversified private sector in Alaska and expand the state’s economic base through the responsible development of its natural resources. \nThis year\, RDC is hosting its annual conference virtually; it will bring together leaders across Alaska’s natural resources industries\, including oil and gas\, mining\, fisheries\, tourism\, and timber. \nThis year’s conference agenda includes a 2021 economic outlook\, updates from the oil and gas and mining industry\, and remarks from Alaska’s political and business leaders. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/41st-annual-alaska-resources-conference/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Scene-10-26.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201126 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210103 DTSTAMP:20260403T115041 CREATED:20201109T202714Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201222T014611Z UID:10001678-1606348800-1609631999@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:Bright Up the Night DESCRIPTION:Bright Up the Night\, Alaska’s largest drive-through holiday light display\, comes to the Alaska State Fair for a 29-day run. \nThe light display\, designed by North Pole Productions\, features more than seventy different light displays spanning the entire length of the fairgrounds\, from the Purple Gate through the Green Gate. From the warmth and comfort of their vehicles\, guests drive through about a mile of festive light displays while enjoying the holiday music broadcast synced directly to their radio. \nBright Up the Night is presented by AT&T is open Thursdays through Sundays from November 26 through December 13\, and daily from December 17 through January 2. Hours are from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. \nTickets to the event go on sale November 9 at alaskastatefair.org. All tickets must be purchased online. Special advance prices\, starting at $20 for personal use vehicles\, are available for tickets purchased by November 25. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/bright-up-the-night/ LOCATION:Alaska State Fairgrounds\, 2075 Glenn Hwy\, Palmer\, AK\, 99654\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/BrightuptheNight_1280x720_WebSlider.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Alaska State Fair":MAILTO:info@alaskastatefair.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201201 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201205 DTSTAMP:20260403T115041 CREATED:20201119T211605Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201119T211605Z UID:10001685-1606780800-1607126399@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:Oi Connect DESCRIPTION:Photo 140226527 © Igor Kardasov – Dreamstime.com \n \n \n \n \n \n Find out what’s making a splash in the marine technology industry at Oi Connect! Learn from the experts at the 4-day virtual conference\, discover your next solution at the virtual exhibition\, and make connections for the future through 1-2-1 video meetings and speed networking. \nThis is the foremost event to connect with the global ocean technology community from anywhere in the world! Join the discussion and let’s take ocean tech to the next level. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/oi-connect/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/marine-tech.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20201201T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20201201T103000 DTSTAMP:20260403T115041 CREATED:20201106T222135Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201106T222135Z UID:10001677-1606813200-1606818600@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:Tips to Be Effective & Productive While Working from Home DESCRIPTION:While working from home can be extremely rewarding\, it can also be challenging. Some workers may find there are multiple distractions that pull them away from being more productive\, while others may find themselves continually working without interruption throughout the day and late into the evening. \nThe STRIVE Group can help! \nBroken into easily digestible moments\, this 90-minute session provides tips and techniques to increase productivity and decrease the challenges found when working from home. Through engaging discussion and interactive learning\, this session helps the participants increase their efficiency by minimizing distractions\, setting parameters\, identifying priorities\, and balancing their personal and professional responsibilities while working remotely. \nLearning Objectives: \n-Learn how to set up an efficient workspace-Learn how to set up parameters to decrease distractions-Understand ‘enclothed cognition’ and how it impacts productivity-Learn how to increase personal discipline\, which results in increased task-focus-Learn how to avoid the isolation bubble-Know how to engage in the workday and how to disengage-Execute the two keys to a healthy work-from-home psyche \nThis class is conducted live online via video conference with effective\, takeaway segments designed for engaging\, interactive learning. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/tips-to-be-effective-productive-while-working-from-home-2/ LOCATION:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/productivity.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201203 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201205 DTSTAMP:20260403T115041 CREATED:20201119T204746Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201119T205040Z UID:10001683-1606953600-1607126399@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:Advanced Clean Energy Summit DESCRIPTION:Photo 141544934 © Lovelyday12 – Dreamstime.com \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\nJoin global leaders and experts at ASME’s Virtual Advanced Clean Energy Summit (ACES 2020) on December 3-4\, 2020. \nBe part of a dynamic\, new global forum for energy industry professionals and innovators in clean energy technology and management. We will bring together perspectives and expertise from around the globe as we learn and network in a collaborative\, open environment. Gain exclusive access to companies looking for better ways to address the challenges and opportunities for clean energy. Clean Energy applications involved at ACES include: \n\n\n\n\n\nBioenergy\nEnergy Storage\nFossil Resources\nGas Turbines\nGeothermal\nHydrogen and Fuel Cells\nHydropower\, Waves\, and Tides\nInternal Combustion Engines\nNuclear\nSolar Energy\nWaste to Energy\nWind Energy\n\n\n\nThis collaborative environment will provide attendees the tools and knowledge to help their organizations overcome challenges and shape the future of clean energy around the world. Participants benefit from sessions\, discussions\, and panels on clean energy and will learn to: \n\nBuild and enrich their clean energy portfolio\nLeverage transferable engineering\, design\, and project delivery knowledge\nImprove project and product economics\nAdopt best practices and lessons learned\nInvest and implement new technologies\n\nIf you are a clean energy industry executive\, product development manager or small business owner\, ACES is the place for you! URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/advanced-clean-energy-summit/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/solar-wind.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="The American Society of Mechanical Engineers":MAILTO:CustomerCare@asme.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201207 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201211 DTSTAMP:20260403T115041 CREATED:20201119T203447Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201119T203447Z UID:10001682-1607299200-1607644799@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:Turbomachinery & Pump Symposia DESCRIPTION:Due to the ongoing global public health concerns related to COVID-19\, the 49th Turbomachinery & 36th Pump Symposia (TPS) is being held virtually. \nTPS offers a forum for the exchange of ideas between rotating equipment engineers and technicians worldwide. Now surpassing forty-eight years\, TPS is known for its impact on turbomachinery\, pump\, oil and gas\, petrochemical\, power\, aerospace\, chemical and water industries through two pathways: it’s technical program and exhibition. \nThe TPS technical program is hand-selected by advisory committees made up of key industry players and led by highly respected practitioners and leaders in their fields. Topics cover maintenance\, reliability\, troubleshooting\, instruction on emerging designs\, technology\, and best practices that include case studies with real-world relevance on problems solved and lessons learned. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/turbomachinery-pump-symposia/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/TPS.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="TPS":MAILTO:info@turbo-lab.tamu.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201207 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201211 DTSTAMP:20260403T115041 CREATED:20201119T213237Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201123T230404Z UID:10001686-1607299200-1607644799@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:ArchConf 2020 DESCRIPTION:Photo 143526949 © David Aires – Dreamstime.com \n \n \n \n \n \n ArchConf 2020 is a one of a kind education event for software architects and technical leads/developers. \nGiven travel and group meeting constraints due to COVID-19\, ArchConf 2020 will be going virtual. ArchConf 2020 will deliver an amazing\, immersive experience once again to attendees in a different format. One of the benefits of virtualization with ArchConf 2020 is attendees will have access to all sessions offered—recorded live with fully synched code examples\, discussions\, etc… along with slides to provide a multi-dimensional experience of sessions. \n\nThe ArchConf 2020 ticket will include:\n\nComplimentary ticket to ArchConf 2021 live\nOver 80 live sessions to choose from\nVideo replay of all sessions\nSession slides\nIntegrated chat\nExpert Panel Discussions URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/archconf-2020/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/architecture.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="No Fluff Just Stuff":MAILTO:help@nofluffjuststuff.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20201207T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20201207T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T115041 CREATED:20201123T184359Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201123T225742Z UID:10001689-1607338800-1607346000@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:AAPI Caregiving in a Pandemic: Accessing Services and Supports DESCRIPTION:Photo 56173735 © Kenishirotie – Dreamstime.com \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Are you a caregiver? Do you provide care to a relative\, partner\, friend\, or neighbor from the Asian American and Pacific Islander community who has a chronic disease\, disability\, health condition\, or is an elder (55 years of age or older)? \nThe help you are providing could be for many types of tasks such as: \n\nPersonal care (bathing\, dressing\, grooming\, toileting)\nHousehold chores and errands (light housekeeping\, shopping\, meal preparation\, laundry)\nBanking and finances (checking accounts\, paying bills)\nHealthcare needs (giving or monitoring medications\, making medical decisions\, cleaning wounds\, giving injections)\nStaying with them so they are not alone\nArranging for or going to doctor or other appointments\nArranging for or checking on services or hired helpers\nGetting information about medications\, care\, services\, symptoms\, or treatments\nCoordinating help from family members\, friends\, professionals\, and/or hired helpers\nProviding emotional support\n\n \n \n \n \n \n This event will feature speakers\, such as service providers and healthcare professionals\, and will cover how to prioritize health during the pandemic\, including: \n\nMental health resources\nWhat is telehealth and access to in-language telehealth services\,\nBest practices for talking about COVID-19 safety with your community\n\nThe event is part of a 2-part series to connect diverse family caregivers to local resources and give them an opportunity to share their stories with policymakers\, providers\, and advocates. \nIt is co-hosted by Southeast Asia Resource Action Center (SEARAC) and National Asian Pacific Center on Aging (NAPCA)\, in collaboration with Diverse Elders Coalition (DEC) and National Alliance for Caregiving (NAC). It is funded by the John A Hartford Foundation. \n  \nAccessibility information: \nThis event will be held in English. It will feature speakers\, which will require audio access to listen. It will feature presentation slides\, which will require video access to view. \nFollowing the event\, we are planning to provide voice-over and/or subtitle translations of the recording into various AAPI languages to be shared out publicly. \n  \nInformation for how to join the virtual listening session will be emailed out before the event. Participants can join with the following options: \n\nUsing the customized website link to join online or through the Zoom app on your phone (audio and video access)\nCalling the customized number by phone (audio access only\, no video access) URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/aapi-caregiving-in-a-pandemic-accessing-services-and-supports/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Scene-11-23-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20201208T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20201208T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T115042 CREATED:20201116T203441Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201116T203441Z UID:10001681-1607414400-1607428800@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:Conflict Resolution DESCRIPTION:Most supervisors deal with conflicts in one form or another\, but few supervisors have mastered effective resolution techniques. Broken into easily digestible moments\, this four-hour online class will showcase different personalities that tend to cause conflict and how best to manage the individual and related scenarios. You’ll also learn about the different types of conflict found in the workplace and the tools for resolution. Lastly\, few people enjoy dealing with conflict\, but through engaging discussion and interactive learning\, you’ll walk away with the know-how for making all types of conflict productive. \nLearning Objectives: \n-Recognize difficult personalities as a source of conflict and ways to manage them-Identify the types of conflict-Recognize five different ways to resolve conflict and when to use each-Understand how to make workplace conflict productive \nThis class is conducted live online via video conference with effective\, takeaway segments designed for engaging\, interactive learning. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/conflict-resolution-2/ LOCATION:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/conflict_resolution-smaller.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201209 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201211 DTSTAMP:20260403T115042 CREATED:20201119T205806Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201119T205806Z UID:10001684-1607472000-1607644799@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:ASME's Robotics for Inspection & Maintenance Summit DESCRIPTION:Photo 117548391 © Boggy – Dreamstime.com \n \n \n \n \n \n \nAs a growing industry\, robotics is becoming a primary investment across several industries. Companies spend approximately $40+ billion per year on inspections alone and even more on maintenance. With expenditures this large it is important to make sure that these inspections are thoroughly detecting and effectively predicting corrosion\, leaks and defects to signal any impending problems. \nASME’s Robotics for Inspection & Maintenance Summit offers a unique combination of live demonstrations\, case studies\, and expert discussions that will help businesses optimize inspection\, maintenance\, and repair while improving safety and lowering costs. \nGet all the facts in one place: \n\nLearn about the latest robotics technology for improved safety\, increased speed\, improved accuracy\, and cost savings\nWatch unmanned aerial systems\, mobile robots\, and more in live action on vessels\, distillation columns\, and other asset props\nGain expertise in best practices for applications\, leveraging data and analytics\, and gaining trust in predictive maintenance URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/asmes-robotics-for-inspection-maintenance-summit/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/robotics.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="The American Society of Mechanical Engineers":MAILTO:CustomerCare@asme.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20201215T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20201215T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T115042 CREATED:20201123T175255Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201124T182937Z UID:10001687-1608033600-1608037200@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:Travel in the Age of COVID DESCRIPTION:Photo 198577591 © Ekaterina Vidyasova – Dreamstime.com \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What will travel look like as we move out of the pandemic? How can we be as safe as possible when we travel? What steps do we need to take to be on airplanes\, cruise ships\, trains and other ground transportation? What about safety in our accommodations? Join the webinar on December 15\, 2020 at 12 p.m. AKST (1 p.m. PST and  4 p.m. EST)\, when Nate Vallier\, president of Alaska & Yukon Tours\, will offer advice\, tips\, and ideas for safely re-starting travel as the world opens up. \n  \nAbout The Speaker: Nathan Vallier\, Alaska & Yukon Tours \nNate Vallier\, president of Alaska & Yukon Tours\, has worked extensively in the airline business for more than twenty-five years\, and also owns a travel agency that services airlines and as an inbound tour operator for Alaska. Nate’s career requires constant travel\, including multiple international and cross-country trips during our current COVID-19 crisis. His travels have landed him on almost every major continent and has included four around-the-world trips. His commutes to Hawai‘i have entailed almost monthly gigs\, providing part time sales and marketing services for an inter-island carrier in Hawai’i. His knowledge of travel as both a provider and user provides amazing insight that many companies have come to value and trust. Nate has been featured in numerous travel blogs and newspapers\, including USA Today\, Fort Lauderdale Sun Sentinel\, and Chicago Tribune. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/travel-in-the-age-of-covid/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Scene-11-23.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20201217T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20201217T170000 DTSTAMP:20260403T115042 CREATED:20201123T181630Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201123T230106Z UID:10001688-1608210000-1608224400@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:Yukon River Salmon Postseason Update DESCRIPTION:Photo 188435732 © Danielrequenalambert – Dreamstime.com \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Yukon River Postseason Fisheries Teleconference will provide the opportunity for Yukon River fishers and fishery managers to discuss the 2020 Fishing Season. Alaska Department of Fish and Game will present any available reports for the Yukon River. \nRegister by December 1 at 5:00 p.m. AKST and be entered in a drawing! There will be door prizes drawings at the end of the teleconference. \nMeeting material will be emailed prior to the teleconference. Please check your email as the date draws near. Any questions please contact YRDFA office at 907-272-3141 or 1-877-999-8566. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/yukon-river-salmon-postseason-update/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Scene-11-23-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210108T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210108T213000 DTSTAMP:20260403T115042 CREATED:20201228T225745Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201228T235633Z UID:10001698-1610092800-1610141400@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:Alaska Business Forum: What's Next - Alaska's Economic Report DESCRIPTION:Photo 14679246 © Wisconsinart – Dreamstime.com \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Each January\, the Alaska Business Forum presents an in-depth report on Alaska’s economy\, jobs\, trends\, and a forecast for the year to come. \n2020 was the most unusual year in recent history due to COVID-19\, and Alaska’s top industries\, employment opportunities\, and communities were severely impacted as a result. Join the Seattle Chamber as it examines the many changes that happened throughout this last year\, how this is affecting businesses in Alaska and the Pacific Northwest\, and where the state goes from here. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/alaska-business-forum-whats-next-alaskas-economic-report/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/dreamstime_s_14679246.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210111 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210116 DTSTAMP:20260403T115042 CREATED:20201228T225401Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201228T235956Z UID:10001697-1610323200-1610755199@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:Alaska Wholesale Gift Show DESCRIPTION:Photo 132443497 © Subbotina – Dreamstime.com \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Alaska Wholesale Gift Show Online Marketplace gives you the opportunity to safely find and order new products for your retail store\, from the convenience of your cell phone or desktop. After completing your attendee registration\, you’ll be able to visit the Online Marketplace where you can browse exhibitors’ product listings\, catalogs\, and videos\, then privately message sellers you’d like do business with. Zoom meetings are available with select Exhibitors. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/alaska-wholesale-gift-show-3/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/dreamstime_s_132443497.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210119T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210119T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T115042 CREATED:20201228T225015Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201229T000326Z UID:10001696-1611059400-1611064800@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:Use HUBZone Certification to Get Preference in Federal Contracting DESCRIPTION:Photo 130505403 © Artur Szczybylo – Dreamstime.com \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n HUBZone is an SBA program for small companies that operate and employ people in Historically Under-utilized Business Zones (HUBZones). The HUBZone program helps small businesses in certain urban and rural areas gain access to federal contacts. The US federal government’s goal is to award at least 3 percent of all federal contracting dollars to HUBZone-certified small businesses each year. \nJoin this workshop and learn: \n\nAbout HUBZone program details\nWhat it takes to become a certified HUBZone business\nAbout HUBZone certification pros and cons\nWebinar access will be emailed to registered individuals the day before the event. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/use-hubzone-certification-to-get-preference-in-federal-contracting/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/dreamstime_s_130505403.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210120T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20210120T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T115042 CREATED:20201222T014432Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210402T195024Z UID:10001692-1611144000-1611147600@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:Webinar Series: How Artificial Intelligence Is Reshaping the World DESCRIPTION:Photo 108350369 © Shao-chun Wang – Dreamstime.com \n \n \n \n \n \n UAA’s College of Business and Public Policy announces “Driving into the Future\,” the final installment of its special webinar series on Artificial Intelligence (AI). The Thursday\, April 22 lunchtime event is open to the public and will focus on the development of autonomous vehicles. \nParticipants will learn about 2004’s pivotal breakthrough for autonomous cars\, when the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency created the DARPA Grand Challenge under the direction of our guest speaker Dr. Tony Tether. The autonomous vehicle competition turbocharged development\, using advances in AI\, mobile computing\, sensors\, computer vision\, and LIDAR. In his presentation “What was behind the creation of SIRI and Autonomous Cars?”\, Dr. Tether will describe the DARPA Grand Challenge. He will also discuss the technology behind SIRI\, which led to Alexa and Google Assistant. That critical functionality showed that a computer could gather online information\, allowing autonomous vehicles to predict the road and traffic ahead. \nBy 2019\, many car and technology companies had implemented autonomous car programs\, and Google’s Waymo launched the world’s first commercial self-driving car service. Guest speaker Nick Armstrong Crews\, Senior Software Engineer at Waymo and UAA alum\, will present a current look at autonomous vehicles in “Self-driving cars are here… and they’re awesome!” He will provide many examples “why these are perhaps humanity’s most capable and complex embodied artificial minds to date\, and how these clever\, plucky little robots can save lives and transform cities.” URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/webinar-series-how-artificial-intelligence-is-reshaping-the-world/2021-01-20/ LOCATION:Webinar CATEGORIES:Telecom & Tech ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/AI.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="UAA College of Business and Public Policy":MAILTO:sac@alaska.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210125 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210127 DTSTAMP:20260403T115042 CREATED:20201125T230555Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201125T230555Z UID:10001691-1611532800-1611705599@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:Super Basins 2021 DESCRIPTION:Photo 102800857 © Pichit Boonhuad – Dreamstime.com \n \n \n \n \n \n The applications learned from super basins continue to help drive the future of exploration and development. AAPG will be continuing its initiative to showcase some of the world’s greatest super basins during the fourth Global Super Basins Leadership Conference. This online conference will feature a full two-day program of experts and commercial masters on North American onshore and offshore super basins. The geology\, exploration\, and development of these basins provide great analogs that can help the industry re-think other global basins’ potential. \nIndustry leaders operating within these super basins will share geologic\, technical\, and business insights while looking at lessons learned\, challenges overcome\, and future views from these basins. The program will be valuable to those working in the featured basins and global explorers looking for actionable insights from North American analogs. \nBasins covered will include: \n\n    Permian Basin: Midland and Delaware\n    Anadarko Basin\n    Cretaceous Western Interior Seaway\n    Gulfcoast Super Basin\n    Appalachian Super Basin\n    Western Canadian Super Basin\n\n  \nThese super basins represent a fertile crescent of technology and know-how. New plays\, both conventional and unconventional\, have led to a rejuvenation of many basins long thought done. A focus on the geologic thinking that unlocked new potential and the technology and innovation has revitalized these basins. For some\, the key methodologies involved were horizontal drilling and hydraulic fracturing\, high-grading sweet spots\, and the proper well spacing needed to maximize hydrocarbons’ economic recovery. But for others\, it was simply questioning old paradigms and ingrained concepts. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/super-basins-2021/ LOCATION:Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/oil-and-gas.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210125 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210127 DTSTAMP:20260403T115042 CREATED:20201228T230127Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201229T000853Z UID:10001699-1611532800-1611705599@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:Alaska Telephone Association Winter Conference DESCRIPTION:Photo 49162161 © Kritchanut – Dreamstime.com \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n After extensive consideration of health concerns and logistics\, Alaska Telecom Association (ATA) has decided it is not possible to meet in-person for its Winter Conference. \nATA is very pleased to instead convene for a virtual Winter Conference January 25-26\, 2021. ATA’s Seminar and Associate committees are already hard at work planning for a fun\, engaging event. ATA is excited to be able to “see” everyone to hear what is happening in your realms and share with you what is happening here. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/alaska-telephone-association-winter-conference/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/dreamstime_s_49162161.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR