BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Alaska Business Magazine - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH 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:20240310T110000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0900 TZNAME:AKST DTSTART:20241103T100000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0900 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:AKDT DTSTART:20250309T110000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0900 TZNAME:AKST DTSTART:20251102T100000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0900 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:AKDT DTSTART:20260308T110000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0900 TZNAME:AKST DTSTART:20261101T100000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0900 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:AKDT DTSTART:20270314T110000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0900 TZNAME:AKST DTSTART:20271107T100000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251028 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251029 DTSTAMP:20260404T143533 CREATED:20250908T213258Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T213308Z UID:10002006-1761609600-1761695999@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:A Summit on the Economic Impact of Early Care and Learning DESCRIPTION:Photo Credit: thread \n \n \n \n \n \n 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. Whether a business leader\, policymaker\, or community advocate\, this summit is an opportunity to help build a stronger\, more resilient childcare system in Alaska. \nChildcare continues to challenge Alaska’s workers and business. Families\, communities\, and businesses struggle when parents lack access to reliable\, affordable childcare. A robust childcare system is crucial for nurturing Alaska’s workforce\, alleviating family burdens\, supporting worker retention\, and strengthening the quality of life and economy across Alaska. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/a-summit-on-the-economic-impact-of-early-care-and-learning/ LOCATION:Anchorage Marriott Downtown\, 820 W. 7th Avenue\, Anchorage\, AK\, 99501\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/EVENT-Thread-Summit-on-Early-Care-Learning-copy.webp ORGANIZER;CN="thread":MAILTO:marketing@threadalaska.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20251028T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20251029T123000 DTSTAMP:20260404T143533 CREATED:20250917T214444Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T214456Z UID:10002015-1761640200-1761741000@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:Alaska Sustainable Energy Conference Workshop: The Business of Alaska Rural Energy DESCRIPTION:Photo Credit: Alaska Center for Energy and Power and Alaska Sustainable Energy Conference \n \n \n \n \n \n As a follow-up to the governor’s Alaska Sustainable Energy Conference\, the Alaska Center for Energy and Power and Alaska Sustainable Energy Conference are hosting free quarterly virtual workshops to sustain connections\, strengthen relationships\, and share knowledge among the energy-focused community. An August workshop discussed lessons in transmission planning. \nThe October workshop is entitled The Business of Alaska Rural Energy: Project Development and Operational Sustainability. More than 200 Alaska villages rely on isolated power systems and bulk fuel storage facilities as critical infrastructure for heat\, electricity\, and transportation. Rural energy systems face escalating burdens from aging equipment\, high capital costs\, limited local resources\, and shrinking public funding—including more than $1.5 billion in deferred maintenance. As a result\, the gap between community needs and available resources continues to widen. This workshop will explore solutions to close that gap—examining new approaches to financing projects\, ensuring safe and reliable energy delivery\, and strengthening local and regional capacity to support long-term community energy security. \nThe workshop will be held from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. each day over two days. Look for future workshops in January and April 2026. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/alaska-sustainable-energy-conference-workshop-the-business-of-alaska-rural-energy/ LOCATION:Virtual Via Zoom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/EVENT-ASEC-Workshop-Business-of-Alaska-Rural-Energy.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251103 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251107 DTSTAMP:20260404T143533 CREATED:20251007T205845Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251007T205856Z UID:10002022-1762128000-1762473599@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:2025 Alaska Miners Association Convention and Trade Show DESCRIPTION:Photo Credit: Alaska Miners Association \n \n \n \n \n \n The Alaska Miners Association Convention and Trade Show boasts more than 1\,000 attendees representing the 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\, along with educational short courses and technical sessions. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/2025-alaska-miners-association-convention-and-trade-show/ LOCATION:Dena’ina Center\, 600 W 7th Avenue\, Anchorage\, AK\, 99501\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/EVENT-2025-AMA-Convention.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251107 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251108 DTSTAMP:20260404T143533 CREATED:20250917T211345Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T211357Z UID:10002011-1762473600-1762559999@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:Alaska Statewide Payroll Conference 2025 DESCRIPTION:Photo Credit: Northern Lights Alaska Chapter of the American Payroll Association \n \n \n \n \n \n The Northern Lights Alaska Chapter of the American Payroll Association is inviting all payroll professionals to attend its statewide payroll conference\, 2025 Payroll Glow Up: Flawless Finishes\, Fierce Fundamentals. The day-long learning event will give payroll professionals a chance to network with peers\, get up-to-date information on payroll accounting\, and have a little fun. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/alaska-statewide-payroll-conference-2025/ LOCATION:Z.J. Loussac Library\, 3600 Denali St.\, Anchorage\, AK\, 99503\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/EVENT-Statewide-Payroll-Conference.webp ORGANIZER;CN="Northern Lights Alaska Chapter of the Professional Payroll Association":MAILTO:nlalaskachapter@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20251107T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20251109T160000 DTSTAMP:20260404T143533 CREATED:20250908T211457Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T211514Z UID:10002004-1762520400-1762704000@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:2025 Sitka WhaleFest DESCRIPTION:Photo Credit: Sitka Sound Science Center \n \n \n \n \n \n Sitka WhaleFest celebrates marine life through science\, art\, culture\, and adventure. Attendees of all ages and backgrounds leave WhaleFest with a deeper connection to the ocean. \nThe core of Sitka WhaleFest is the three-day science symposium\, where scientists and knowledge-bearers share the latest research and learning about marine life. This symposium is for everyone: speakers highlight the relevance and accessibility of their knowledge to people from all walks of life. Deepen the WhaleFest experience by participating in hands-on workshops\, appreciating the work of artists and performers\, exploring Sitka Sound\, and engaging with Sitka’s vibrant community. \nLisa Teas Conaway\, a lifelong Sitka resident and longtime attendee of Sitka WhaleFest\, is the resident artist this year. The heart of Sitka WhaleFest is the three-day symposium\, where world-renowned scientists share their current research. This innovative science event gives future scientists and anyone interested in our oceans opportunities to meet and interact with a passionate and diverse group of speakers. Each afternoon\, symposium participants and guest speakers will explore a daily theme connected to the overall theme of the symposium: Entwined. In addition to numerous activities in and around Sitka\, three lectures are scheduled each day\, between 1 p.m. and 4 p.m. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/2025-sitka-whalefest/ LOCATION:Harrigan Centennial Hall\, Sitka\, Visitors Dock at Crescent Harbor\, 330 Harbor Dr\, Sitka\, 99835\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/EVENT-Sitka-Whalefest-copy.webp ORGANIZER;CN="Sitka Sound Science Center":MAILTO:information@sitkascience.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20251108T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20251108T170000 DTSTAMP:20260404T143533 CREATED:20250917T213601Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T213615Z UID:10002014-1762590600-1762621200@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:Tikahtnu Upper Cook Inlet National Heritage Area Day of Storytelling DESCRIPTION:Photo Credit: Alaska Humanities Forum \n \n \n \n \n \n Residents from across the Anchorage-Tikahtnu Upper Cook Inlet area are coming together to reflect on who we’ve been\, who we are now\, and who we want to become. This is part of a growing effort to recognize the region as a National Heritage Area. \nIn November 2021\, a team of volunteers initiated a project to designate a new National Heritage Area in the Tikahtnu Upper Cook Inlet. As part of this initiative\, the Alaska Humanities Forum is leading a free public day of storytelling that will serve as a key moment for identifying\, collecting\, and sharing stories that shape Anchorage’s sense of place\, history\, and community. \nGuided by its mission to connect Alaskans through stories\, ideas\, and experiences that inspire understanding and strengthen communities\, this event will bring together residents from across the Anchorage/Tikahtnu Upper Cook Inlet area to reflect on who we’ve been\, who we are now\, and who we want to become. \nThis public event is for anyone who cares about the history and future of the Anchorage/Tikahtnu Upper Cook Inlet area: tribal members\, business owners\, historians\, elders\, faith leaders\, artists\, storytellers\, teachers\, youth\, and anyone else who wants to connect with their neighbors and build stronger communities. \nThe stories and reflections gathered during this event will help shape a feasibility study that will be developed following the event and submitted to the National Park Service as part of the official process for designating the Tikahtnu Upper Cook Inlet as a National Heritage Area.\nDuring the storytelling event\, participants will have the opportunity to listen deeply to guest storytellers and learn more about a diverse range of experiences in the Anchorage/Tikahtnu Upper Cook Inlet area; share and record their own stories in a range of formats\, connect with other residents of the Anchorage/Tikahtnu Upper Cook Inlet area\, and enjoy live music\, performances\, and catered food. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/tikahtnu-upper-cook-inlet-national-heritage-area-day-of-storytelling/ LOCATION:Anchorage Senior Activity Center\, 1300 E 19th Ave\, Anchorage\, AK\, 99501\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/EVENT-Tikahtnu-Upper-Cook-Inlet-National-Heritage-Area-Day-of-Storytelling.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251112 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251114 DTSTAMP:20260404T143533 CREATED:20251007T205147Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251029T184533Z UID:10002021-1762905600-1763078399@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:46th Annual Alaska Resources Conference DESCRIPTION:Photo Credit: Resource Development Council \n \n \n \n \n \n The Resource Development Council (RDC) is excited to announce its 46th Annual Alaska Resources Conference. This year’s event marks a special milestone: 50 years of advocating for a strong Alaska economy through responsible development of Alaska’s natural resources. Each year\, the conference draws more than 1\,000 attendees\, including industry leaders\, elected officials\, regulators\, and Alaskans from across the state. With two full days of high-impact keynote speakers\, engaging panel discussions\, and more than eighty-five exhibitors\, this is the premier event for anyone involved in Alaska’s resource sectors. Early bird registration ends November 1. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/46th-annual-alaska-resources-conference/ LOCATION:Dena’ina Center\, 600 W 7th Avenue\, Anchorage\, AK\, 99501\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/EVENT-46th-Annual-Alaska-Resources-Conference.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251112 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251116 DTSTAMP:20260404T143533 CREATED:20251007T210335Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251007T210345Z UID:10002023-1762905600-1763251199@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:2025 Associated General Contractors of Alaska Annual Conference DESCRIPTION:Photo Credit: Associated General Contractors of Alaska \n \n \n \n \n \n Associated General Contractors (AGC) of Alaska’s Annual Conference is the state’s premier networking event for the construction industry\, featuring multiple days of professional development sessions\, a vendor trade show\, evening networking receptions\, AGC’s Excellence in Construction and Excellence in Safety awards luncheons\, agency updates from the Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities and US Department of War\, and so much more! The conference is capped off by AGC’s Dinner Dance\, with tickets sold separately from conference registration. The early bird rate of $299 ends October 15. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/2025-associated-general-contractors-of-alaska-annual-conference/ LOCATION:Hotel Captain Cook\, 939 W 5th Avenue\, Anchorage\, AK\, 99501\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/EVENT-2025-AGC-Annual-Conference.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251113 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251114 DTSTAMP:20260404T143533 CREATED:20251006T231417Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T231428Z UID:10002017-1762992000-1763078399@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:Association of Alaska School Boards Annual Conference DESCRIPTION:Photo Credit: Association of Alaska School Boards \n \n \n \n \n \n As the state’s largest gathering of education policymakers\, Association of Alaska School Boards’ annual conference provides school board members with a valuable opportunity to learn from their peers\, engage with education experts\, and strengthen collaboration within their board-superintendent teams. Sessions are designed to equip boards with content knowledge\, practical tips\, and tools to energize school boards\, inspire change\, and advance student achievement.\nAn integral part of the conference is the Youth Leadership Institute\, an inspiring experience that brings high school students from around Alaska to build leadership skills alongside their school boards\, and learn how to be powerful advocates for their schools and communities. Boards are encouraged to bring student representatives to participate. \nThe theme of the 2025 conference is “Coming Together for Students.” The theme reflects the shared commitment to collaboration\, connection\, and strong local governance. Join school board members\, superintendents\, and education advocates from across the state as they come together to exchange ideas\, learn from one another\, and strengthen the leadership that shapes Alaska’s schools and communities. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/association-of-alaska-school-boards-annual-conference/ LOCATION:William A. Egan Civic & Convention Center\, 555 W 5th Ave\, Anchorage\, AK\, 99501\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/EVENT-Alaska-Association-of-School-Boards.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20251113T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20251113T190000 DTSTAMP:20260404T143533 CREATED:20251009T222418Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T222436Z UID:10002024-1763056800-1763060400@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:100 Plus Women Who Care Mat-Su DESCRIPTION:Photo Credit: 100 Plus Women Who Care Mat-Su Chapter \n \n \n \n \n \n 100 Plus Women Who Care Mat-Su is a group of inspiring women who care deeply about the Matanuska-Susitna Borough community. The group gathers four times a year for a one-hour meeting\, and each member writes a $100 check (no cash or credit cards) to a nonprofit charity the group selects. \nHere’s how it works: Each member can nominate a charity\, and three charities are drawn at random at each meeting. The member who nominated the charity makes a five-minute presentation and answers questions about the charity\, then all members vote by secret ballot for the charity they wish to support. The charity receiving the most votes agrees to have a representative provide a five-minute presentation at the next meeting about how the funds were used to benefit the community. \nThe combined donation makes a real impact\, without time-consuming fundraising events and planning. The chapter’s mission is to provide for those in greatest need in the Mat-Su area. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/100-plus-women-who-care-mat-su/ LOCATION:Everett’s restaurant\, 1850 Bogard Rd\, Wasilla\, AK\, 99654\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/EVENT-100-Plus-Women-Who-Care-Mat-Su.webp ORGANIZER;CN="100 Plus Women Who Care Mat-Su Chapter":MAILTO:100pluswwcmatsu@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251114 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251116 DTSTAMP:20260404T143533 CREATED:20251006T230238Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T230248Z UID:10002016-1763078400-1763251199@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:All Alaska Pediatric Symposium DESCRIPTION:Photo Credit: All Alaska Pediatric Partnership \n \n \n \n \n \n The Pediatric Symposium is the All Alaska Pediatric Partnership’s largest annual event and hosts a notable list of local and national speakers recognized as leading experts in their field. The symposium offers Alaska’s community of healthcare providers and professionals a forum in which to learn about evidence-based best practices and innovative developments in pediatric healthcare\, while also providing a venue perfect for networking with fellow colleagues.\nWe received overwhelming positive feedback from the 2024 attendees and are eager to build on that momentum with an even stronger program in 2025. The 2024 Symposium featured a diverse lineup of local and national experts\, with sessions covering topics such as gene therapy\, hearing loss\, hip dysplasia\, Type 1 diabetes screening and prevention\, pediatric anxiety\, and soft tissue sarcomas and retinoblastoma. A highlight of the event was the panel discussion on the future of pediatrics\, moderated by Dr. Anne Zink\, former chief medical officer for the Alaska Department of Health. The panel challenged attendees to consider their role as advocates and experts in shaping pediatric systems of care. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/all-alaska-pediatric-symposium-3/ LOCATION:Anchorage Marriott Downtown\, 820 W. 7th Avenue\, Anchorage\, AK\, 99501\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/EVENT-All-Alaska-Pediatric-Symposium.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20251121T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20251121T210000 DTSTAMP:20260404T143533 CREATED:20250908T210505Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T210516Z UID:10002003-1763748000-1763758800@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:Anchorage Chamber of Commerce 68th Annual Gold Pan Awards DESCRIPTION:Photo Credit: Anchorage Chamber of Commerce \n \n \n \n \n \n For sixty-eight years\, Anchorage Chamber of Commerce has given Gold Pan Awards to businesses and individuals who have shown business and entrepreneurial excellence as well as a loyal commitment to Anchorage through community service. Celebrate these achievements from Anchorage’s strongest supporters at a Mardi-Gras-themed event in November. Ticket sales from August 1 to October 1 are available for members only; non-member tickets and tables can be purchased October 1 to November 1. Late registration pricing begins November 1. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/anchorage-chamber-of-commerce-68th-annual-gold-pan-awards/ LOCATION:Dena’ina Center\, 600 W 7th Avenue\, Anchorage\, AK\, 99501\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/EVENT-Anchorage-Chamber-of-Commerce-68th-Annual-Gold-Pan-Awards-copy.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260114 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260117 DTSTAMP:20260404T143533 CREATED:20251215T191121Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251215T191143Z UID:10002033-1768348800-1768607999@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:2026 Alaska Wholesale Gift Show DESCRIPTION:Photo Credit: Peak 2 Peak \n \n \n \n \n \n The Alaska Wholesale Gift Show is the premier event dedicated to showcasing wholesale artisans and producers\, connecting them with Alaska’s vibrant tourism and retail sectors. As the only event of its kind in the state\, this annual trade show offers an exceptional opportunity for participants to discover a wide array of products in person\, while also facilitating networking among industry professionals and potential clients. This year\, the event is organized by Peak 2 Peak\, which has officially acquired the show and is excited to carry on its cherished legacy that has served the industry for more than a decade. The event promises to be a significant platform for artists and businesses looking to expand their reach within the United States. The event is free for buyers to attend but is not open to the general public; registration is required. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/2026-alaska-wholesale-gift-show/ LOCATION:Dena’ina Center\, Anchorage\, 600 W 7th Ave\, Anchorage\, AK\, 99501\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/EVENT-2026-Alaska-Wholesale-Gift-Show.webp ORGANIZER;CN="Peak 2 Peak":MAILTO:https://www.peak2peakalaska.com/#Contact-Form END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260115T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260115T203000 DTSTAMP:20260404T143533 CREATED:20251006T234659Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T234710Z UID:10002020-1768498200-1768509000@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:38th Annual Alaska Business Hall of Fame DESCRIPTION:Photo Credit: Junior Achievement of Alaska\, Inc. and Alaska Business \n \n \n \n \n \n Join Junior Achievement of Alaska for a celebration of the Alaska Business Hall of Fame through a special edition digital magazine that includes videos and speeches from past laureates and students\, behind the scenes footage\, bloopers\, and more. \nAlaska Business will feature an interview and biography of each of the laureates in its January 2026 magazine. All proceeds from the event will benefit Junior Achievement of Alaska’s statewide K-12 programs teaching financial literacy\, workforce readiness\, and entrepreneurship to more than 15\,000 students annually in Alaska. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/38th-annual-alaska-business-hall-of-fame/ LOCATION:Dena’ina Center\, 600 W 7th Avenue\, Anchorage\, AK\, 99501\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/ABHOF_2026_HEADS-feature.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260120 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260123 DTSTAMP:20260404T143533 CREATED:20251215T192030Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T170932Z UID:10002034-1768867200-1769126399@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:Alaska Young Fishermen’s Summit DESCRIPTION:Photo Credit: Alaska Sea Grant \n \n \n \n \n \n The Alaska Young Fishermen’s Summit welcomes new entrants of any age who are interested in learning more about owning and operating a commercial fishing business. The summit in Juneau provides three days of intensive training and networking opportunities to create leaders in the Alaska commercial fishing industry. This fast-paced program features industry experts in fishing business management\, the fisheries management process\, and the role of Alaska seafood in the global marketplace. Registration discounts available for active commercial fishers. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/alaska-young-fishermens-summit-2/ LOCATION:Elizabeth Peratrovich Hall\, 320 W Willoughby Ave\, Juneau\, AK\, 99801\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/EVENT-2026-Alaska-Young-Fishermens-Summit.webp ORGANIZER;CN="Alaska Sea Grant":MAILTO:seagrant@alaska.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260126T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260130T170000 DTSTAMP:20260404T143533 CREATED:20251211T184346Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251211T184402Z UID:10002031-1769414400-1769792400@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:2026 Alaska Marine Science Symposium DESCRIPTION:Photo Credit: North Pacific Research Board \n \n \n \n \n \n The Alaska Marine Science Symposium\, Alaska’s premier marine research conference\, has been bringing together scientists\, educators\, resource managers\, students\, and interested public for more than thirty years to discuss the latest marine research being conducted in Alaska waters. More than 700 people attend this conference held annually in January. Each day of the conference highlights important Alaska marine ecosystems: Gulf of Alaska (Tuesday)\, Arctic (Wednesday)\, and the Bering Sea and Aleutian Islands (Thursday). Research topics discussed range from ocean physics\, fishes and invertebrates\, seabirds\, and marine mammals to local traditional knowledge. Since its inception\, North Pacific Research Board has been a proud sponsor and one of the leading organizers of Alaska Marine Science Symposium. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/2026-alaska-marine-science-symposium/ LOCATION:Hotel Captain Cook\, 939 W 5th Avenue\, Anchorage\, AK\, 99501\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/EVENT-2026-Alaska-Marine-Science-Symposium-.webp ORGANIZER;CN="North Pacific Research Board":MAILTO:https://nprb.org/contact-us/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260131 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260202 DTSTAMP:20260404T143533 CREATED:20251215T190128Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251215T190147Z UID:10002032-1769817600-1769990399@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:2026 Alaska Farm and Garden Show DESCRIPTION:Photo Credit: Mat-Su Events \n \n \n \n \n \n The Alaska Farm and Garden Show is an opportunity to get in the mindset and prepare for summer. Attendees will meet hundreds of vendors\, exhibitors\, and local experts at the show who have the products\, advice\, and knowledge needed to help hone homesteading skills. There will be a full schedule of seminars where attendees can learn about starting a garden\, food preservation\, chicken farming\, sourdough bread baking\, and more. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/2026-alaska-farm-and-garden-show/ LOCATION:Raven Hall at the Alaska State Fairgrounds\, 2075 Glenn Hwy\, Palmer\, 99645\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/EVENT-2026-Alaska-Farm-and-Garden-Show.webp ORGANIZER;CN="Mat-Su Events":MAILTO:info@matsuevents.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260202 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260207 DTSTAMP:20260404T143533 CREATED:20251211T183501Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251211T183516Z UID:10002030-1769990400-1770422399@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:The Alaska Forum DESCRIPTION:Photo Credit: Alaska Forum \n \n \n \n \n \n The Alaska Forum is the state’s largest cross-sector gathering of professionals\, organizations\, and community members. It brings together leaders from government\, business\, education\, nonprofits\, and communities across Alaska to collaborate on projects\, challenges\, and innovative ideas shaping the state’s future. Its unique diversity and broad content make it a must-attend event for every sector in Alaska—whether focused on community development\, environmental stewardship\, economic growth\, or public service. The forum will include live and online sessions. Attendees can expect more than 100 technical breakout sessions\, six inspiring keynote events\, networking opportunities across public\, private\, and nonprofit sectors\, and year-round access to virtual sessions. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/the-alaska-forum/ LOCATION:Dena’ina Center\, Anchorage\, 600 W 7th Ave\, Anchorage\, AK\, 99501\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/EVENT-Alaska-Forum-2026.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260204 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260206 DTSTAMP:20260404T143533 CREATED:20260121T193527Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T193541Z UID:10002035-1770163200-1770335999@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:Alaska Power Association State Legislative Conference DESCRIPTION:Photo Credit: Alaska Power Association \n \n \n \n \n \n Alaska Power Association’s annual State Legislative Conference brings together electric utility leaders\, policymakers\, and industry experts to learn about emerging energy issues and regulatory trends\, and to engage with state legislators and administration officials on matters of importance to Alaska’s electric utilities. Online registration closes January 21. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/alaska-power-association-state-legislative-conference/ LOCATION:Centennial Hall\, 101 Egan Dr\, Juneau\, AK\, 99801\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/EVENT-Alaska-Power-Association-State-Legislative-Conference.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260207 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260209 DTSTAMP:20260404T143533 CREATED:20260203T175635Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T175645Z UID:10002042-1770422400-1770595199@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:11th Alaska Black Business Expo and Summit DESCRIPTION:Photo Credit: Alaska Black Business Directory\, Alaska Black Chamber of Commerce\, Umoja Coworking \n \n \n \n \n \n Support entrepreneurs\, network with business leaders\, learn about the many Black-owned businesses in the Anchorage community\, and learn how to start and grow a business. Admission to the events at the museum are free. Participants can take part in a creative writing workshop at 12 p.m.\, learn about historically Black colleges and university education opportunities at 1 p.m.\, watch or take part in the Youth Business and Community Shark Tank at 2 p.m.\, learn how to start or grow a business and access funding at 3 p.m.\, and learn about civic engagement\, voting\, and more at 4 p.m. An after-hours mixer will be held from 7 to 9 p.m.\, with speakers\, entertainment\, and food. On Sunday\, the celebration continues with “Ode to the Diaspora\,” a fashion journey through the Black experience. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/11th-alaska-black-business-expo-and-summit/ LOCATION:Anchorage Museum\, 625 C Street\, Anchorage\, AK\, 99501\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/EVENT-11th-Annual-Alaska-Black-Business-Expo-and-Summit.webp ORGANIZER;CN="Alaska Black Chamber of Commerce":MAILTO:umojacoworking@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260210 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260213 DTSTAMP:20260404T143533 CREATED:20260121T201330Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T201342Z UID:10002038-1770681600-1770940799@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:35th Annual Rural Small Business Conference DESCRIPTION:Photo Credit: Alaska Rural Small Business Conference \n \n \n \n \n \n The Rural Small Business Conference is for rural entrepreneurs\, tribal and village leaders\, lenders\, and nonprofit teams working in agriculture\, energy\, tourism\, fisheries\, broadband\, and local services. Working with the theme “Growing in a Changing World: Business\, Berries\, and Broadband\,” the conference will focus on access to capital\, digital tools for small businesses\, food systems and value-added agriculture\, community energy projects\, and preparing for federal grants. The goal of conference organizers is to help attendees transform their ideas into concrete projects. It includes workshops\, one-on-one sessions\, a trade show\, booths\, and networking opportunities. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/35th-annual-rural-small-business-conference/ LOCATION:Sheraton Anchorage Hotel & Spa\, 401 E 6th Ave\, Anchorage\, AK\, 99501\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/EVENT-Rural-Small-Business-Conference-.webp ORGANIZER;CN="https%3A//alaskarsbc.org/":MAILTO:https://alaskarsbc.org/2026-rural-small-business-conference-contact-form/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260220 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260223 DTSTAMP:20260404T143533 CREATED:20260130T190813Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T190821Z UID:10002040-1771545600-1771804799@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:60th Annual Alaska Pharmacy Association Convention and Tradeshow DESCRIPTION:Photo Credit: Alaska Pharmacy Association \n \n \n \n \n \n The 60th Annual Alaska Pharmacy Association Convention and Tradeshow is the premier annual gathering for Alaska’s pharmacy professionals. The conference brings together pharmacists\, pharmacy technicians\, student pharmacists\, and industry leaders for an immersive experience of networking\, leadership development\, and advocacy\, and it provides the newest updates to pharmacy best practices. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage with experts\, explore practice or regulatory updates\, and participate in interactive continuing education sessions and workshops designed to enhance pharmacy practice and patient safety. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/60th-annual-alaska-pharmacy-association-convention-and-tradeshow/ LOCATION:Hotel Captain Cook\, 939 W 5th Avenue\, Anchorage\, AK\, 99501\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/EVENT-60th-Annual-Alaska-Pharmacy-Association-Convention-and-Tradeshow.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260224T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260224T140000 DTSTAMP:20260404T143533 CREATED:20260211T233711Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T233724Z UID:10002048-1771916400-1771941600@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:Juneau Mining Forum DESCRIPTION:Photo Credit: Alaska Miners Association \n \n \n \n \n \n The 4th annual Juneau Mining Forum will provide an opportunity for Alaska Miners Association members to gather\, hear presentations from local mining companies\, discuss federal mining policy changes\, and hear from Alaska contractor businesses that depend on mining. Learn about workforce development efforts and hear from the Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation. The event is followed by a legislative reception co-hosted by the Alaska Miners Association\, Associated General Contractors of Alaska\, and the Alaska Trucking Association. \nVenue: Baranof Hotel Treadwell Room URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/juneau-mining-forum-2/ LOCATION:Baranof Hotel\, Juneau\, 127 N Franklin Street\, Juneau\, Alaska\, 99801 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/EVENT-Juneau-Mining-Forum.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260225 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260227 DTSTAMP:20260404T143533 CREATED:20260210T220241Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T220253Z UID:10002045-1771977600-1772150399@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:Juneau Economic Development Council Innovation Summit DESCRIPTION:Photo Credit: Juneau Economic Development Council \n \n \n \n \n \n The Juneau Economic Development Council Innovation Summit is an immersive experience that will explore how Alaska’s rapidly changing demographics affect business\, the workforce\, and the economy. At the 2026 summit\, attendees will be inspired by emerging trends and technologies shaping Alaska’s competitiveness and increase its capacity to innovate\, now and in the future. They will be prompted to consider ways to prepare for the opportunities and challenges that lie ahead related to our state’s changing demographics in the context of business and economics. They will have the opportunity to engage with industry leaders\, community partners\, and experts in various areas\, such as eldercare (workforce\, quality of life\, caregiving\, new products/services)\, housing (built environments\, inventory\, modifications\, universal design)\, demographics (migration\, cohort dynamics)\, finance (wealth transition\, exit strategies)\, entrepreneurship\, and more. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/juneau-economic-development-council-innovation-summit/ LOCATION:Centennial Hall\, 101 Egan Dr\, Juneau\, AK\, 99801\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/EVENT-Juneau-Economic-Development-Council-Innovation-Summit.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260225T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260225T190000 DTSTAMP:20260404T143533 CREATED:20260121T200737Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T200749Z UID:10002037-1772031600-1772046000@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:Mat-Su Transportation Fair DESCRIPTION:Photo Credit: Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities \n \n \n \n \n \n Visit the Matanuska-Susitna Borough Transportation Fair to learn about more than 100 road\, rail\, pedestrian\, air\, and safety projects happening across Mat-Su. Featured projects include Bogard Road at Engstrom Drive/Green Forest Drive improvements\, Knik-Goose Bay Road reconstruction phase 2\, Wasilla Main Street rehabilitation\, Tex-Al Drive Extension upgrade and pathway\, Engstrom Road to Trunk Road new corridor\, and Shaw Elementary School access improvements. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/mat-su-transportation-fair/ LOCATION:Raven Hall at the Alaska State Fairgrounds\, 2075 Glenn Hwy\, Palmer\, 99645\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/EVENT-Mat-Su-Transportation-Fair.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260227T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260227T200000 DTSTAMP:20260404T143533 CREATED:20260203T184117Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T184127Z UID:10002043-1772211600-1772222400@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:Palmer Museum of History and Art Winter Wine Walk DESCRIPTION:Photo Credit: Palmer Museum of History and Art \n \n \n \n \n \n Join the Palmer Museum of History and Art for a one-of-a-kind evening in downtown Palmer. Sample five specially selected wines\, including mulled wine to remove the winter chill. Enjoy complimentary snacks and take advantage of special sales at five downtown businesses. Shop\, sip\, and enjoy an unforgettable experience with friends. The Wine Walk is one of the Palmer Museum’s largest fundraisers for the year\, and supports the museum’s mission: to inspire\, enrich\, and cultivate the community’s connection to the history and art of the greater Palmer area. Participants must be 21 years of age or older. Only 120 tickets are sold. Tickets are non-refundable. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/palmer-museum-of-history-and-art-winter-wine-walk/ LOCATION:Downtown Palmer\, 723 X. Valley Way\, Palmer\, 99645\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/EVENT-Palmer-Museum-Winter-Wine-Walk.webp ORGANIZER;CN="Palmer Museum of History and Art":MAILTO:https://palmermuseum.org/contact-us/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260303T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260303T160000 DTSTAMP:20260404T143533 CREATED:20260220T223604Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T224429Z UID:10002049-1772532000-1772553600@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:2026 Apprenticeship Expo & Construction Recruiting Event DESCRIPTION:Join the National Association of Women in Construction in celebrating Women in Construction Week. Explore construction careers through hands-on activities\, interactive displays\, and simulators. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/2026-apprenticeship-expo-construction-recruiting-event/ LOCATION:Alaska Works Training Center CATEGORIES:Construction ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/EVENT-Apprenticeship-Expo-Construction-Recruiting-Event-copy-1.webp ORGANIZER;CN="National Association of Women in Construction Alaska Chapter":MAILTO:https://www.nawic-ak.org/contact END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260304 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260307 DTSTAMP:20260404T143533 CREATED:20260130T191423Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T191432Z UID:10002041-1772582400-1772841599@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:Southwest Alaska Municipal Conference’s Annual Economic Summit and Membership Meeting DESCRIPTION:Photo Credit: Southwest Alaska Municipal Conference \n \n \n \n \n \n The Southwest Alaska Municipal Conference’s Annual Economic Summit and Membership Meeting provides an opportunity for leaders from Southwest to gather\, learn\, and share what they know. This year’s conference entitled “Currents of Change\, Waves of Opportunity” is split into three days\, focusing on hazard mitigation and emergency response. Wednesday: community and tribal leaders discuss hazard mitigation\, resilience tools\, and emergency response resources. Thursday: the conference focuses on economic transitions\, from helping Southwest community leaders understand how revised national security strategies may impact communities to encouraging ways to develop and engage in Arctic policymaking. Friday: the conference focuses on fishing and public policy\, kicking off with a presentation from the Alaska Seafood Marketing Institute on the state of Alaska fisheries and the seafood industry and wrapping up with presentations from elected officials. Online registration closes February 28\, 2026. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/southwest-alaska-municipal-conferences-annual-economic-summit-and-membership-meeting/ LOCATION:Hotel Captain Cook\, 939 W 5th Avenue\, Anchorage\, AK\, 99501\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/EVENT-Southwest-Alaska-Municipal-Conference2.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260306 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260307 DTSTAMP:20260404T143533 CREATED:20251211T181026Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251211T181041Z UID:10002027-1772755200-1772841599@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:2026 Alaska Small Business Development Center Summit DESCRIPTION:Photo Credit: Alaska Small Business Development Center \n \n \n \n \n \n Alaska’s small businesses are not just adapting to change—they’re shaping it. The 2026 Alaska SBDC Summit: Small Business at the Edge of Innovation brings entrepreneurs\, innovators\, and industry leaders together to explore how new technologies and bold ideas are driving Alaska’s future. \nHosted at The Wildbirch Hotel\, this one-day event will dive into three powerful tracks—healthcare\, AI\, and e-commerce—with interactive sessions\, real-world case studies\, and thought-provoking conversations led by national and statewide experts. \nWhether you’re navigating supply chain challenges\, harnessing AI tools to streamline operations\, or expanding into new markets\, the summit delivers insights\, connections\, and strategies needed to stay competitive. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/2026-alaska-small-business-development-center-summit/ LOCATION:The Wildbirch Hotel\, 239 W 4th Ave\, Anchorage\, AK\, 99501\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/EVENT-2026-Alaska-Small-Business-Development-Center-Summit.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260307T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260307T160000 DTSTAMP:20260404T143533 CREATED:20260210T221641Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T221652Z UID:10002046-1772881200-1772899200@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:Winter Discovery Day at Government Peak Recreation Area DESCRIPTION:Photo Credit: Mat-Su Trails and Parks Foundation \n \n \n \n \n \n Winter Discovery Day at Government Peak Recreation Area is a community event designed to connect locals with winter recreation resources\, gear\, and activities. Attendees can see gear demos\, visit informational and activity tables\, and enjoy hot cocoa and warm fires. More than fifteen Mat-Su businesses and nonprofits will be on site with information and hands-on activities. The event is free to attend; no need to register. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/winter-discovery-day-at-government-peak-recreation-area/ LOCATION:Government Peak Recreation Area\, N Mountain Trails Dr\, Palmer\, AK\, 99645\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/EVENT-Winter-Discovery-Day.webp ORGANIZER;CN="Mat-Su Trails and Parks Foundation":MAILTO:https://matsutrails.org/contact-us/ END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR