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:20230312T110000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0900 TZNAME:AKST DTSTART:20231105T100000 END:STANDARD 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 END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240826 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240829 DTSTAMP:20260403T215704 CREATED:20240612T161002Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240612T161024Z UID:10001910-1724630400-1724889599@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:2024 Alaska Defense Forum DESCRIPTION:Fairbanks Economic Development Corporation \n \n \n \n \n \n Registration is open for the 2024 Alaska Defense Forum in Fairbanks. The Alaska Defense Forum (ADF) addresses the key challenges facing military installations\, military families\, and the communities they call home. Over the course of two days\, defense community leaders and ADF members will gather to hear from senior military officials\, key members of our government\, and the nation’s top defense policy and budget experts\, and have the opportunity to engage in conversations that will help define the future of our nation’s national security. Monday’s events include two tours\, which can be scheduled in addition to the forum itself\, which will take place Tuesday and Wednesday at the Westmark Fairbanks Hotel & Conference Center. \nSign up for email notifications at form.jotform.com/230617187799168. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/2024-alaska-defense-forum/ LOCATION:Westmark Fairbanks Hotel & Conference Center\, 813 Noble St\, Fairbanks\, AK\, 99701\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/EVENT-Alaska-Defense-Forum-logo.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Fairbanks Economic Development Corporation":MAILTO:https://www.investfairbanks.com/contact-us/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240828 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240830 DTSTAMP:20260403T215704 CREATED:20240531T175337Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240531T175349Z UID:10001914-1724803200-1724975999@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:2024 Alaska Oil and Gas Association Conference DESCRIPTION:Alaska Oil & Gas Association \n \n \n \n \n \n People. Pride. Petroleum. Join the Alaska Oil and Gas Association (AOGA) for its 2024 conference\, Alaska’s premier industry event. AOGA is putting forward an all-star lineup with top-tier speakers from across Alaska and the US. As the professional trade association for the oil and gas industry in Alaska\, AOGA’s mission is to foster the long-term viability of the industry for all Alaskans. AOGA represents the majority of explorers\, producers\, refiners\, and transporters of oil and gas in the state. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/2024-alaska-oil-and-gas-association-conference/ 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/2024/05/EVENT-2024-Alaska-Oil-and-Gas-Association-Conference-copy.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240828 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240830 DTSTAMP:20260403T215704 CREATED:20240627T195656Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240627T195710Z UID:10001921-1724803200-1724975999@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:2024 National Hydropower Association Alaska Regional Meeting DESCRIPTION:Photo Credit: National Hydropower Association \n \n \n \n \n \n As Alaska’s largest source of renewable energy\, hydropower supplies more than 20 percent of the state’s electrical energy in an average water year. There are nearly fifty operating utility-scale hydroelectric projects in Alaska. The majority of Alaska’s existing hydro projects are located in Southeast and Southcentral. Alaska is also a marine energy hotspot. The National Renewable Energy Laboratory estimates that Alaska holds 95 percent of the total US tidal resource—the equivalent amount of energy to power 20 million homes. There are ongoing projects in Alaska to harness the state’s vast tidal energy potential. The annual meeting includes a full agenda of speakers and attendees may add on a tour of Juneau’s 1.6MW Gold Creek hydroelectric plant\, as well as a scenic flight over several Southeast hydropower sites and Taku Glacier. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/2024-national-hydropower-association-alaska-regional-meeting/ LOCATION:Baranof Downtown\, 127 N Franklin St\, Juneau\, AK\, 99801\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/EVENT-2024-National-Hydropower-Association-Alaska-Regional-Meeting-copy.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240910 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240914 DTSTAMP:20260403T215704 CREATED:20240730T184636Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240730T190640Z UID:10001929-1725926400-1726271999@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:Alaska Power Association and ARECA Insurance Exchange 2024 Annual Meeting DESCRIPTION:Photo Credit: Alaska Power Association/ARECA Insurance Exchange \n \n \n \n \n \n The Alaska Power Association and ARECA Insurance Exchange Annual Meeting is the premier conference for Alaska’s electric utilities. Featuring informative presentations\, networking opportunities\, and collaborative meetings\, the conference is designed to continue advancing the industry that powers Alaska. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/alaska-power-association-and-areca-insurance-exchange-2024-annual-meeting/ LOCATION:Wedgewood Resort\, 212 Wedgewood Drive\, Fairbanks\, AK\, 99701\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/EVENT-Alaska-Power-Association-2024-Annual-Meeting-copy.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240918 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240921 DTSTAMP:20260403T215704 CREATED:20240725T215440Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240725T215452Z UID:10001928-1726617600-1726876799@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:2024 Alaska REALTORS State Convention DESCRIPTION:Photo Credit: Alaska REALTORS \n \n \n \n \n \n Alaska real estate professionals and affiliate members will gather at the Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge to learn\, discuss issues important to the industry\, and network. The event includes several themed-dress events and culminates with an awards recognition dinner. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/2024-alaska-realtors-state-convention/ LOCATION:Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge\, 23601 S Talkeetna Spur Rd\, Talkeetna\, 99676\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/EVENT-Alaska-Realtors-state-convention-copy.webp ORGANIZER;CN="Alaska REALTORS":MAILTO:info@alaskarealtors.co, END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20240921T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20240921T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T215704 CREATED:20240910T225848Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240910T225858Z UID:10001936-1726920000-1726934400@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:2024 Mental Health Resource Fair DESCRIPTION:Photo Credit: Alaska Public Media \n \n \n \n \n \n Join Alaska Public Media for its third annual Mental Health Resource Fair at the Spenard Community Recreation Center on Saturday\, September 21. The fair is free and family friendly\, with complimentary food and kids’ arts and crafts activities. This year\, forty local organizations will offer information and resources related to wellness and mental health. Molly of Denali will make a special appearance from 12:30 p.m. to 1:45 p.m. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/2024-mental-health-resource-fair/ LOCATION:Spenard Community Recreation Center\, 2020 W. 48th Avenue\, Anchorage\, 99517\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/EVENT-2024-Mental-Health-Resource-Fair-copy.webp ORGANIZER;CN="Alaska Public Media":MAILTO:https://alaskapublic.org/about/contact/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20240927T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20240927T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T215704 CREATED:20240702T174815Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240820T213934Z UID:10001922-1727436600-1727445600@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:The 2024 Top 49ers Luncheon DESCRIPTION:Join us for this year’s Top 49ers Celebration!\nAlaska’s Largest Local Businesses by Gross Revenue\nThe Top 49ers are Alaska’s largest local companies\, ranked by gross revenue. They were established in Alaska and maintain headquarters here\, and they voluntarily submit revenue figures\, which we use to develop the Top 49ers ranks annually. \n \n Purchase Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2024 Top 49ers Luncheon Sponsors\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ice Cream Social Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Photo Booth Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event Photo Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Centerpiece Sponsor URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/the-2024-top-49ers-luncheon/ 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/2024/07/Hero_Image_Generic-2024.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241002 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241005 DTSTAMP:20260403T215704 CREATED:20240626T231027Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240626T231037Z UID:10001920-1727827200-1728086399@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:2024 Alaska Rural Energy Conference DESCRIPTION:Photo Credit: Alaska Municipal League \n \n \n \n \n \n The 2024 Alaska Rural Energy Conference aims to create a forum for energy stakeholders to share ideas and information with the hope of promoting economic development\, environmental sustainability\, and energy security for Alaskans. Discussions and presentations will focus on exploring the technical and economic feasibility of fossil fuel and renewable energy options for rural Alaska\, discuss new technologies and recent success stories\, and identify what the state and industry can do to help rural utilities function at the highest possible level. Early bird registration is open until August 16. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/2024-alaska-rural-energy-conference/ LOCATION:Westmark Fairbanks Hotel & Conference Center\, 813 Noble St\, Fairbanks\, AK\, 99701\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/EVENT-2024-Alaska-Rural-Energy-Conference-.webp ORGANIZER;CN="Alaska Municipal League":MAILTO:membersupport@akml.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241004 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241006 DTSTAMP:20260403T215705 CREATED:20240724T213936Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240725T193147Z UID:10001927-1728000000-1728172799@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:2024 Conference for Writers and Illustrators DESCRIPTION:Photo Credit: Alaska Writers Guild \n \n \n \n \n \n Alaska Writers Guild is partnering with the Alaska chapters of Romance Writers of America\, the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators\, and UAA’s Department of Writing for its 2024 conference. Together\, they plan to bring agents\, editors\, and authors from across the country to service writers and illustrators at every stage of their careers and creative processes. From workshops to roundtables\, critiques to panels\, this year’s conference is sure to have something for writers of all levels—newbie writer to published pro. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/2024-conference-for-writers-and-illustrators/ LOCATION:Wendy Williamson Auditorium\, 2533 Providence Dr.\, Anchorage\, AK\, 99508\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/EVENT-2024-Conference-for-Writers-and-Illustrators.png ORGANIZER;CN="Alaska Writers Guild":MAILTO:admin@alaskawritersguild.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20241004T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20241004T193000 DTSTAMP:20260403T215705 CREATED:20240903T180909Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240903T180921Z UID:10001934-1728061200-1728070200@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:UAA 2024 College of Business and Public Policy Showcase DESCRIPTION:Photo Credit: UAA College of Business and Public Policy \n \n \n \n \n \n The 2024 College of Business and Public Policy (CBPP) Showcase is all about AI. For its showcase\, the college has invited experts from industry\, government\, and research who are pioneering AI. Attendees can meet Aurora robot dog from the Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities and learn about digital twins modernizing Cordova’s electrical grid with Clay Koplin\, CEO of Cordova Electric Cooperative. They can also hear US Air Force Chief Scientist Victoria Coleman discuss AI-piloted F-16 fighters and see Walmart’s virtual reality employee training revolution led by Andy Trainor. Discover UAA College of Arts and Sciences’ Eric Bortz’s work in AI genomics for biosecurity and meet CBPP students from the AI with Business Applications class showcasing their innovative projects. \n Also at the showcase\, a series of thirty-minute sessions will exhibit different uses of AI in various fields. Attendees can visit the Alaska Data Science and AI Lab (ADSAIL) and experience cutting-edge technology; try out the Hololens 2\, VR\, or eye tracking devices\, and take on the CBPP chess robot for a game; accept the AI Showcase Challenge to solve the Seawolf puzzle using a Hololens (the fastest to solve the puzzle during the showcase wins!); mingle and network while enjoying delicious hors d’oeuvres with wine\, beer\, or cider; enjoy a dedicated networking space in the Spine; talk with faculty\, Dean’s Advisory Board members\, alumni\, and other UAA dignitaries; or bid on select items in the silent auction. This is an event for adults 21 years of age and older. \nA portion of each $50 ticket will be donated to support CBPP student programs and scholarships. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/uaa-2024-college-of-business-and-public-policy-showcase/ LOCATION:Rasmuson Hall\, UAA\, 3416 Seawolf Dr.\, Anchorage\, 99508\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/EVENT-UAA-CBPP-Showcase-copy.webp ORGANIZER;CN="UAA College of Business and Public Policy":MAILTO:sac@alaska.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241005 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241006 DTSTAMP:20260403T215705 CREATED:20240924T212301Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240924T212315Z UID:10001938-1728086400-1728172799@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:Project Management Institute Alaska Chapter Professional Development Day DESCRIPTION:Photo Credit: Project Management Institute Alaska \n \n \n \n \n \n Join Project Management Institute Alaska for a full-day workshop\, “Project Everest: Reaching New Heights in Project Management\,” led by speaker and performance coach\, Alan Mallory. This program focuses on developing project managers and strengthening project teams by reinforcing the professional development and project management skills essential for success in any project. Gain seven professional development units through interactive modules covering essential steps for successful projects\, hybrid agile approaches\, emotional intelligence\, strategic planning\, and hands-on activities. \nMallory’s dynamic presentation focuses on developing project managers and strengthening project teams by reinforcing the professional development and project management skills that are essential for success in any project. The journey to the summit of Mount Everest serves as a metaphor for overcoming challenges and achieving ambitious goals\, making this workshop not only educational but also inspiring. Throughout the day\, attendees will engage in practical exercises designed to enhance project management capabilities. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/project-management-institute-alaska-chapter-professional-development-day/ LOCATION:GCI Basecamp Building\, 1001 Northway Dr\, Anchorage\, AK\, 99508\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/EVENT-Project-Management-Institute-Alaska-Chapter-Professional-Development-Day-copy.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241008 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241011 DTSTAMP:20260403T215705 CREATED:20240903T174052Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240903T174101Z UID:10001932-1728345600-1728604799@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:Alaska Business Summit DESCRIPTION:Photo Credit: Alaska Chamber \n \n \n \n \n \n Alaska’s top business symposium\, the Alaska Chamber’s Alaska Business Summit (formerly Fall Forum) attracts business leaders from all across the state. The Summit will highlight business issues of statewide importance\, host the Premier Business Awards presentation\, and set the chamber’s 2025 advocacy agenda. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/alaska-business-summit/ LOCATION:Westmark Fairbanks Hotel & Conference Center\, 813 Noble St\, Fairbanks\, AK\, 99701\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Alaska_Business_Summit_2024-copy.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241012 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241113 DTSTAMP:20260403T215705 CREATED:20240924T212904Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240924T212915Z UID:10001939-1728691200-1731455999@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:Project Management Institute Alaska’s Project Management Professional Prep Course DESCRIPTION:Photo Credit: Project Management Institute Alaska \n \n \n \n \n \n Join Project Management Institute Alaska for a four-day in-person Project Management Professional (PMP) prep course. This course is ideal for professionals seeking to earn Professional Development Units for PMP certification maintenance or to fulfill the contact hour requirement for the PMP exam. The course includes instructor-led training blending theory and practice\, study materials (both hard copy and online)\, PMP practice tests\, daily lunch and snacks\, networking opportunities with other project managers\, and 35 Professional Development Units toward obtaining or maintaining PMP. A wide range of project management topics will be covered\, including business environment\, roles and organizations\, resource management\, stakeholder engagement\, communications management\, agile and hybrid\, integration\, project scope\, project schedule\, project cost\, project quality\, risk\, procurement\, and more. The courses are held four consecutive Saturdays\, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in room 206. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/project-management-institute-alaskas-project-management-professional-prep-course/ LOCATION:Rasmuson Hall\, UAA\, 3416 Seawolf Dr.\, Anchorage\, 99508\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/EVENT-PMI-PMP-Prep-Course-copy.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241014 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241016 DTSTAMP:20260403T215705 CREATED:20240917T214656Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240917T214709Z UID:10001937-1728864000-1729036799@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:Connecting Alaska Consortium Conference on Broadband DESCRIPTION:Photo Credit: Connecting Alaska Consortium \n \n \n \n \n \n The Connecting Alaska Consortium is hosting a conference on broadband\, an event designed to empower Alaska villages\, Tribes\, and communities with the knowledge and resources needed to develop and enhance broadband services. Various broadband programs are currently available to Tribes\, and more are on the way. The Connecting Alaska Consortium is equipped to help decide which opportunities will work best in each community. Technical breakout sessions will focus on grant opportunities\, solution planning\, and access. Interactive sessions will help attendees learn how to build and plan the right broadband access for each community. The exhibitor hall will showcase the latest in broadband technology and services. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/connecting-alaska-consortium-conference-on-broadband/ LOCATION:Anchorage Marriott Downtown\, 820 W. 7th Avenue\, Anchorage\, AK\, 99501\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/EVENT-Connecting-Alaska-Consortium-Conference-on-Broadband-copy.webp ORGANIZER;CN="Connecting Alaska Consortium":MAILTO:info@connectingalaska.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241021 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241025 DTSTAMP:20260403T215705 CREATED:20240903T180230Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240903T180244Z UID:10001933-1729468800-1729814399@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:The Alaska Association of Harbormasters and Port Administrators 2024 Annual Fall Conference DESCRIPTION:Photo Credit: Alaska Association of Harbormasters and Port Administrators \n \n \n \n \n \n The Alaska Association of Harbormasters and Port Administrators members come together each year for an annual conference. Anyone who has been to a conference will attest that it’s good people\, talking about important and good work. Attendees will learn more than enough to cover the cost of attending through increased savings\, efficiency\, professional networks\, and grant opportunities throughout the rest of the year. The conference will begin on Monday with a welcome reception. On Tuesday there will be an exhibitors’ reception at the Chart Room Restaurant\, and Wednesday there will be a facilities tour followed by a social event at Alice’s Champagne Palace. Thursday will be the much-anticipated banquet\, with the conference closing early Friday. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/the-alaska-association-of-harbormasters-and-port-administrators-2024-annual-fall-conference/ LOCATION:Lands End Resort – Homer\, Alaska\, 8001\, 4786 Homer Spit Rd\, Homer\, AK\, 99603\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/EVENT-Alaska-Association-of-Harbormasters-and-Port-Administrators-Fall-Conference-copy.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241022 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241025 DTSTAMP:20260403T215705 CREATED:20240724T185021Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240725T193256Z UID:10001926-1729555200-1729814399@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:2024 Alaska Travel Industry Association Annual Convention and Trade Show DESCRIPTION:Photo Credit: Alaska Travel Industry Association \n \n \n \n \n \n Join Alaska Travel Industry Association (ATIA) in Juneau in October for Alaska’s largest annual gathering of tourism professionals. Network with tourism businesses\, including tour operators\, wholesalers\, vendors\, destination marketing organizations\, and elected officials while learning the latest travel industry best practices and business skills. The convention includes an awards banquet where the Alaska Travel Industry Association recognizes individuals and organizations who have gone above and beyond to serve Alaska’s visitors and the tourism industry. Awards are given for outstanding leadership\, professional excellence\, entrepreneurial creativity\, and/or exceptional community support. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/2024-alaska-travel-industry-association-annual-convention-and-trade-show/ LOCATION:Centennial Hall\, 101 Egan Dr\, Juneau\, AK\, 99801\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/EVENT-ATIA-Convention-copy.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241028 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241030 DTSTAMP:20260403T215705 CREATED:20240415T170744Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240626T163425Z UID:10001903-1730073600-1730246399@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:2024 Alaska State HR Conference DESCRIPTION:Alaska Society for Human Resource Management State Council \n \n \n \n \n \n The Alaska Society for Human Resource Management State Council will hold its 2024 Alaska State HR Conference October 28 and 29 at the Hotel Captain Cook. This anticipated event will bring together industry leaders\, professionals\, and experts from around the globe to engage in insightful discussions\, share innovative ideas\, and collaborate on the future of human resources. The Conference will focus on human resources transformation\, highlighting key trends\, challenges\, and opportunities shaping the human resources landscape. Attendees can look forward to a dynamic agenda featuring keynote presentations\, interactive workshops\, networking opportunities\, and much more. Early Bird registration\, with discounted rates\, ends April 30. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/2024-alaska-state-hr-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/2024/05/EVENT-2024-Alaska-State-HR-Conference-copy.webp ORGANIZER;CN="Alaska Society for Human Resource Management State Council":MAILTO:akshrm@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241104 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241108 DTSTAMP:20260403T215705 CREATED:20241007T171239Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241007T171250Z UID:10001940-1730678400-1731023999@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:2024 AMA Convention and Trade Show DESCRIPTION:Photo Credit: Alaska Miners Association \n \n \n \n \n \n The Alaska Miners Association annual convention and trade show boasts more than 1\,000 attendees representing the Alaska mining family. Convention week includes many networking events\, the largest mining trade show in the state\, representatives from all operating mines and potential mining development projects in Alaska\, educational short courses\, and technical sessions. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/2024-ama-convention-and-trade-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/2024/10/EVENT-AMA-convention-2024.png-copy.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241106 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241110 DTSTAMP:20260403T215705 CREATED:20240905T001806Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240905T001816Z UID:10001935-1730851200-1731196799@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:2024 Associated General Contractors of Alaska Annual Conference DESCRIPTION:Photo Credit: Photo Emporium Alaska \n \n \n \n \n \n Associated General Contractors\, or AGC\, of Alaska’s annual conference gathers contractors\, suppliers\, and industry supporters from across Alaska to Anchorage’s Hotel Captain Cook November 6 to 9.  \nIt is Alaska’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 & Excellence in Safety awards luncheons\, agency updates from the Alaska Department of Transportation & Public Facilities\, US Department of Defense\, and so much more. The conference is capped off by AGC’s Dinner Dance (tickets sold separately from conference registration). URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/2024-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/2024/09/EVENT-2024-AGC-Annual-Conference-copy.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241108 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241110 DTSTAMP:20260403T215705 CREATED:20240709T183634Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240709T183644Z UID:10001925-1731024000-1731196799@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:2024 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 the 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 for networking with fellow colleagues. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/2024-pediatric-symposium/ LOCATION:Anchorage Marriott Downtown\, 820 W. 7th Avenue\, Anchorage\, AK\, 99501\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/EVENT-2024-Pediatric-Symposium-copy.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241112 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241115 DTSTAMP:20260403T215705 CREATED:20241015T162511Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241015T162523Z UID:10001941-1731369600-1731628799@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:45th Annual Alaska Resources Conference DESCRIPTION:Photo Credit: Resource Development Council for Alaska \n \n \n \n \n \n The Resource Development Council is hosting its 45th Annual Alaska Resources Conference this November. \nThe conference will provide timely updates on new opportunities\, projects and prospects\, address key state and federal public policy issues\, and feature the latest forecasts and updates on Alaska’s resource development industries. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/45th-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/2024/10/EVENT-RDC-Alaska-Resources-Conference-copy.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241120 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241122 DTSTAMP:20260403T215705 CREATED:20241104T193835Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241104T193846Z UID:10001944-1732060800-1732233599@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:Northwest Public Power Association Alaska Electric Utility Conference DESCRIPTION:Photo Credit: Northwest Public Power Association \n \n \n \n \n \n Held biennially\, the Alaska Electric Utility Conference is the premier event for public power utilities throughout Alaska\, offering a rich blend of learning and networking opportunities. With more than ninety trade show booths and a diverse lineup of expert speakers\, the conference is designed to help attendees tackle the challenges and seize the opportunities that lie ahead for Alaska utilities. \nThis year’s conference\, themed “Innovate\, Integrate\, and Inspire\,” was developed by a team of Alaska utility employees\, in collaboration with Northwest Public Power Association and Alaska Power Association staff. Through engaging educational sessions\, valuable peer networking\, and interactions with regional and national product and service providers\, attendees will receive the resources needed to stay current with industry best practices\, services\, and technology. \nThe Alaska Electric Utility Conference is a must-attend event for all who provide public power to Alaska. This conference won’t return until 2026. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/northwest-public-power-association-alaska-electric-utility-conference/ 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/2024/11/Screenshot-2024-11-04-at-8.13.18 AM-copy.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20241120T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20241120T210000 DTSTAMP:20260403T215705 CREATED:20241115T192320Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241115T192331Z UID:10001948-1732122000-1732136400@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:UAA Native Heritage Month Celebration DESCRIPTION:Photo Credit: EVENT UAA Native Heritage Month Celebration \n \n \n \n \n \n An evening commemorating Native culture and celebrating cultural empowerment\, with dance groups\, frybread tacos\, Indigenous open mic and karaoke\, Native art tables\, a regalia fashion show\, and more. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/uaa-native-heritage-month-celebration/ LOCATION:UAA Gorsuch Commons\, 3700 Sharon Gagnon Ln\, Anchorage\, AK\, 99508\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/EVENT-UAA-Native-Heritage-Month-Celebration-copy.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241130 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241201 DTSTAMP:20260403T215705 CREATED:20241115T185356Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241115T185409Z UID:10001945-1732924800-1733011199@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:Anchorage Downtown Partnership’s Small Business Saturday DESCRIPTION:Photo Credit: Anchorage Downtown Partnership \n \n \n \n \n \n National Small Business Saturday (SBS) is strategically scheduled on the weekend after Thanksgiving to encourage economic stimulation for small businesses. In 2023\, SBS pulled in approximately $17 billion for independent retailers and small businesses across the country\, according to the 2023 SBS Consumer Insight Survey. According to American Express\, this annual jubilee has generated more than $200 billion in revenue for American small businesses since the observance began in 2010. \nAnchorage Downtown Partnership is working with small businesses across the neighborhood to host a special Downtown Anchorage observance of SBS. Shoppers will be encouraged to visit each location on the map throughout the day\, peruse and purchase their wares\, and support local small business owners. Shoppers can enter to win two round-trip tickets to anywhere Alaska Airlines flies\, by scanning a QR code at a participating location during regular operating hours on November 30. One entry per person. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/anchorage-downtown-partnerships-small-business-saturday/ LOCATION:Downtown Anchorage\, 425 C St.\, Anchorage\, AK\, 99501\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/EVENT-ADP-Small-Business-Saturday-copy.webp ORGANIZER;CN="Anchorage Downtown Partnership":MAILTO:info@anchoragedowntown.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241214 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241215 DTSTAMP:20260403T215705 CREATED:20241122T212922Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241122T212946Z UID:10001949-1734134400-1734220799@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:Wayland Baptist Career Management Workshop - North DESCRIPTION:Photo Credit: Wayland Baptist University \n \n \n \n \n \n Wayland Baptist University in Wasilla is holding a workshop for military\, veterans\, civilians\, and students seeking positions or promotions in the workforce. Topics include résumés\, interviewing\, changing career fields\, communications\, and negotiations. Topics will be addressed by local business personnel affiliated with the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM). The workshop will be interactive. Seats are limited\, so early registration is advised. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/wayland-baptist-career-management-workshop-north/ LOCATION:Wayland Baptist University\, 7801 E 32nd Ave\, Anchorage\, 99504 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/EVENT-Wayland-Baptist-Career-Management-Workshop-copy.webp ORGANIZER;CN="Alaska Society for Human Resource Management State Council":MAILTO:akshrm@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250122T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250122T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T215705 CREATED:20241018T185458Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241212T202002Z UID:10001942-1737543600-1737550800@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:2025 Economic Forecast Luncheon DESCRIPTION:Photo Credit: Anchorage Economic Development Corporation \n \n \n \n \n \n Anchorage Economic Development Corporation luncheons are the largest sit-down business events in Alaska. Keynote speaker Peter Kageyama\, a celebrated author and community development expert\, will discuss the emotional connections between people and their cities. His insights will inspire innovative approaches to enhancing livability and driving economic growth in Anchorage. Jenna Wright\, AEDC’s president and CEO\, will present the annual economic forecast for Anchorage\, sharing detailed insights of Anchorage’s key economic sectors and what that means for future economic activity\, local jobs numbers\, and demographics. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/2025-economic-forecast-luncheon/ 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/2024/10/EVENT-2025-Anchorage-Economic-Development-Luncheon-copy.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250125 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250127 DTSTAMP:20260403T215705 CREATED:20241209T192804Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241209T192813Z UID:10001951-1737763200-1737935999@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:2025 Response to Intervention/Multi-Tiered System of Supports Conference DESCRIPTION:Photo Credit: Alaska Staff Development Network \n \n \n \n \n \n The 2025 Response to Intervention/Multi-Tiered System of Supports Conference will be held January 25 and 26 at the Dena’ina Civic and Convention Center in Anchorage\, with “The Culture of Belonging” as the theme. The conference aims to equip participants with the knowledge\, strategies\, and resources to effectively meet the diverse academic\, behavioral\, and social-emotional needs of students. Several national presenters will be on hand\, as well as sessions with educators from across Alaska. There will be a January 18 preconference for rural and small schools\, held virtually\, where attendees can explore tools and strategies to address academic and behavioral challenges within the context of small or rural school communities. Carol Ann Tomlinson will speak in a presentation called “Three lenses for Growing Your Understanding of Differentiation\,” in which she will explore three lenses that can extend\, enrich\, and enliven both how differentiation can be thought about and how it can be implemented: a differentiation state of mind\, 3D differentiation; and “teaching up.” A pre-conference session will be held at the Dena’ina Civic and Convention Center Friday\, January 24\, from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.\, during which attendees can sign up for one of four workshops to explore an issue in depth. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/2025-response-to-intervention-multi-tiered-system-of-supports-conference/ 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/2024/12/EVENT-2025-RTI_MTSS-Conference-copy.webp ORGANIZER;CN="Alaska Staff Development Network":MAILTO:https://web.cvent.com/event/9ec806b0-7cc7-4943-938d-f589698b6912/summary END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250127 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250201 DTSTAMP:20260403T215705 CREATED:20241115T190202Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241115T190215Z UID:10001946-1737936000-1738367999@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:2025 Alaska Marine Science Symposium DESCRIPTION:Photo Credit: Alaska Marine Science Symposium \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 four-day conference held each January. Plenary sessions will be held at the Hotel Captain Cook; poster sessions will be held at the William A. Egan Civic & Convention Center. \nEach 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 to be discussed range from ocean physics and local traditional knowledge to marine mammals\, seabirds\, fish\, and invertebrates. Current and pre-service teachers may earn one or two 500-level continuing education credits through participation in this event. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/2025-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/2024/11/EVENT-Alaska-Marine-Science-Symposium.jpg-copy.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250201 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250203 DTSTAMP:20260403T215705 CREATED:20250124T000533Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250124T000547Z UID:10001961-1738368000-1738540799@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:The Alaska Farm and Garden Show DESCRIPTION:Photo Credit: MATSU Events \n \n \n \n \n \n The Alaska Farm and Garden Show presents everything a person needs to know about sustainable living\, thriving\, and loving life in 49th State. The show will offer information about gardening\, vegetables\, poultry\, greenhouses\, outbuildings\, solar energy\, homesteading\, food preservation\, food independence\, landscaping\, and more. Vendors will be present and several seminars are scheduled. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/the-alaska-farm-and-garden-show/ LOCATION:Menard Sports Center\, Wasilla\, AK\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/EVENT-Alaska-Farm-and-Garden-Show-copy-2.webp ORGANIZER;CN="MATSU Events":MAILTO:info@matsuevents.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250203 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250208 DTSTAMP:20260403T215705 CREATED:20241209T191955Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241209T192005Z UID:10001950-1738540800-1738972799@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:Alaska Forum on the Environment DESCRIPTION:Photo Credit: Alaska Forum \n \n \n \n \n \n Alaska’s premier environmental conference returns February 3 through 7\, featuring a hybrid event at the Dena’ina Civic and Convention Center in Anchorage and online in the Alaska Forum on the Environment (AFE) Virtual Attendee Hub. \nFor the third year in a row\, AFE will offer both in-person and virtual attendance options for both attendees and exhibitors. Watch sessions live in-person\, catch up on recorded sessions that you missed in the Virtual Attendee Hub later on\, visit exhibitors in-person and virtually\, and stay connected with AFE all year long. \nAFE is Alaska’s largest statewide gathering of environmental professionals\, providing an opportunity for government agencies\, nonprofit and for-profit businesses\, community leaders\, Alaska’s youth\, conservationists\, biologists\, and community elders to come together and discuss the latest projects\, processes\, and issues that affect the environment in Alaska. The diversity of attendees and comprehensive agenda sets this conference apart from any other of its kind. \nAFE offers more than 100 technical breakout sessions and inspiring keynote events throughout the year. With an All-Access Conference Pass\, attendees can watch sessions live in-person\, recorded sessions\, and live virtual sessions throughout the year through the Virtual Attendee Hub. This year’s agenda includes sessions on climate change\, energy\, environmental regulations\, cleanup and remediation\, fish and wildlife\, solid waste\, sustainability\, and more. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/alaska-forum-on-the-environment-2/ 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/2024/12/EVENT-Alaska-Forum-on-the-Environment-copy.webp ORGANIZER;CN="Alaska Forum on the Environment":MAILTO:info@akforum.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR