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: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:20260407 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260410 DTSTAMP:20260406T045349 CREATED:20260304T192345Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T192355Z UID:10002053-1775520000-1775779199@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:Alaska Infrastructure Development Symposium DESCRIPTION:Photo Credit: Alaska Municipal League \n \n \n \n \n \n The 2026 Alaska Infrastructure Development Symposium will provide an opportunity to learn and understand Alaska’s infrastructure needs and challenges\, networking possibilities\, and planning for the future. Work together with infrastructure experts\, local\, state\, and national officials to advance and strengthen infrastructure across Alaska. \nAs a clearinghouse of information and planning\, the Infrastructure Symposium will feature updates from state and federal agencies\, planning and implementation strategies\, and focus on reporting and compliance. Sessions will focus on asset management\, project development\, and ways to overcome challenges related to the sustainability of these investments. Local and Tribal government officials are encouraged to attend\, as well as other community-based organizations\, utilities\, contractors\, and businesses. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/alaska-infrastructure-development-symposium/ LOCATION:Dena’ina Center\, 600 W 7th Avenue\, Anchorage\, AK\, 99501\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/EVENT-Alaska-Infrastructure-Development-Symposium.webp ORGANIZER;CN="Alaska Municipal League":MAILTO:membersupport@akml.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260407 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260409 DTSTAMP:20260406T045349 CREATED:20260310T204836Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T204847Z UID:10002059-1775520000-1775692799@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:Alaska SHRM Conference DESCRIPTION:Photo Credit: Alaska SHRM State Council \n \n \n \n \n \n Join the Alaska Society for Human Resource Management at its annual conference\, where human resource professionals come together to explore the “The Business of People: HR’s New Frontier.” This event aims to connect and develop Alaska’s HR professionals\, offering an opportunity for attendees to enhance professional skills and knowledge in the ever-evolving field of human resources. The conference will feature a range of sessions\, workshops\, and networking opportunities to help participants stay at the forefront of industry trends and best practices. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/alaska-shrm-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/2026/03/EVENT-Alaska-SHRM-Conference.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260408T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260408T150000 DTSTAMP:20260406T045349 CREATED:20260313T173950Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T174002Z UID:10002061-1775635200-1775660400@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:Alaska Construction Career Day DESCRIPTION:Photo Credit: Alaska Department of Transportation & Public Facilities \n \n \n \n \n \n Alaska Construction Career Day is a day for high school students to explore the wide variety of construction and transportation careers. Labor unions\, construction companies\, the University of Alaska\, school districts\, state agencies\, and trade and professional organizations collaborate to provide students with an introduction to various aspects of construction. Free for students\, organizers hope to increase career awareness in the construction and transportation industry through hands-on experience with heavy equipment\, welding\, small tools\, plumbing\, electrical wiring\, and other construction-related jobs. Organizers will provide educational resources and career training pathways for students in hopes of increasing the number of job placements in vocational\, trade\, and technical jobs. Students will have a chance to climb onto and sit in various pieces of large heavy equipment\, including a semi-truck with trailer\, sleeper berth\, tractor truck\, and concrete ready-mix truck\, which adds a real-life learning experience. Session 1 from 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. is reserved for Anchorage School District and Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District schools. Session 2 from 12:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. is reserved for homeschool and rural students. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/alaska-construction-career-day/ LOCATION:Alaska State Fairgrounds\, 2075 Glenn Hwy\, Palmer\, AK\, 99654\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/EVENT-Alaska-Construction-Career-Day.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260409 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260412 DTSTAMP:20260406T045349 CREATED:20251211T182854Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251211T182906Z UID:10002029-1775692800-1775951999@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:2026 Alaska Young Professionals Summit DESCRIPTION:Photo Credit: Anchorage Chamber of Commerce \n \n \n \n \n \n The Anchorage Chamber’s Young Professionals Group (YPG) will host the 10th Annual Alaska Young Professionals Summit\, a two-day conference to develop Alaska’s workforce and prepare\, motivate\, and inspire attendees to be informed\, productive leaders. The event will kick off with a reception at Loussac Library Thursday\, April 9. An exhibitor hall and conference events will take place at the Egan Center Friday\, April 10\, and the conference will close with a brunch Saturday morning\, April 11\, at The Wildbirch Hotel. At the annual summit\, more than 200 young professionals will attend a series of immersive sessions and panels presented by successful and experienced business\, government\, and community leaders. Attendees will hear a dynamic keynote speaker\, participate in insightful discussions\, and have the opportunity to connect with local experts. Content is geared toward all levels of employees and executives\, and professionals are welcomed from all industries. All attendees are entered to win two roundtrip tickets courtesy of Alaska Airlines. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/2026-alaska-young-professionals-summit/ 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/2025/12/EVENT-2026-Alaska-Young-Professionals-Summit-.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260415 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260418 DTSTAMP:20260406T045349 CREATED:20260211T233131Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T233142Z UID:10002047-1776211200-1776470399@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:Arctic Encounter Summit 2026 DESCRIPTION:Photo Credit: The Arctic Encounter \n \n \n \n \n \n The Arctic Encounter Summit is the largest Arctic event in North America\, where global leaders\, policymakers\, innovators\, and visionaries come together to address the most pressing challenges and opportunities facing the Arctic today. Hosted in Alaska\, this dynamic event convenes a diverse network of stakeholders from across the globe\, including government officials\, Indigenous leaders\, researchers\, industry pioneers\, and cultural advocates. Over the course of the gathering\, participants will explore critical issues such as national security\, economic innovation\, energy and resource development\, climate science\, research\, and the Indigenous peoples of the North through engaging keynotes\, panel discussions\, workshops\, and networking opportunities. Arctic Encounter Summit 2026 provides an unparalleled platform to foster collaboration\, inspire action\, and chart a path forward for the Arctic and the world. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/arctic-encounter-summit-2026/ LOCATION:Dena’ina Center\, 600 W 7th Avenue\, Anchorage\, AK\, 99501\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/EVENT-Arctic-Encounter-Summit-2026.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260422 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260425 DTSTAMP:20260406T045349 CREATED:20251211T175606Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251211T175622Z UID:10002026-1776816000-1777075199@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:2026 Alaska ENA Conference DESCRIPTION:Photo Credit: Emergency Nurses Association Alaska State Council \n \n \n \n \n \n Join the Alaska Emergency Nurses Association (ENA) April 22 for the 2026 Alaska ENA Conference. Lectures are still being finalized\, but participants can register now to learn about current topics\, earn continuing education credits\, make new friends\, and catch up with old ones. As part of the conference\, there will be a two-day Jeff Solheim Certified Emergency Nurse review April 23 and 24. His courses are so informative and really set you up well to take the exam (and level up your ER practice even if you don’t plan to test). URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/2026-alaska-ena-conference/ LOCATION:BP Energy Center\, 1014 Energy Court\, Anchorage\, AK\, 99508\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/EVENT-2026-Alaska-Emergency-Nurses-Association-Conference.webp ORGANIZER;CN="Emergency Nurses Association Alaska State Council":MAILTO:s-metcalf@sbcglobal.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260422 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260424 DTSTAMP:20260406T045349 CREATED:20260310T205906Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T205919Z UID:10002060-1776816000-1776988799@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:Alaska Trucking Association Annual Meeting DESCRIPTION:Photo Credit: Alaska Trucking Association \n \n \n \n \n \n The Alaska Trucking Association Annual Meeting brings together Alaska’s trucking professionals for two days of advocacy\, education\, and networking. Whether a seasoned expert or just entering the industry\, this event is an opportunity to connect\, learn\, and lead. Wednesday\, April 22\, the association will also host its reception and safety awards banquet to celebrate the people who keep Alaska’s roads safe. To register for the meeting\, reach out to jamie@aktrucks.org or Danielle@aktrucks.org. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/alaska-trucking-association-annual-meeting/ LOCATION:Alaska Native Heritage Center\, 8800 Heritage Center Dr.\, Anchorage\, AK\, 99504\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/EVENT-Alaska-Trucking-Association-Annual-Meeting.webp ORGANIZER;CN="Alaska Trucking Association":MAILTO:ATADMVServices@aktrucks.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260501 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260504 DTSTAMP:20260406T045349 CREATED:20260304T191039Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T191055Z UID:10002052-1777593600-1777852799@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:Alaska Science of Reading Symposium DESCRIPTION:Photo Credit: Alaska Department of Education and Early Development \n \n \n \n \n \n The 2026 Alaska Science of Reading Symposium brings educators\, leaders\, and partners together to continue Alaska’s shared climb toward strong\, equitable literacy outcomes for every student. The 2026 theme is “Continuing the Climb: Evidence\, Effort\, Impact.” \nGrounded in the science of reading and aligned with the Alaska Reads Act\, the 5th annual symposium focuses on evidence-based instruction\, sustained implementation\, and measurable impact. Over three days\, participants will deepen their understanding of effective literacy practices\, strengthen systems that support readers of all ages\, and collaborate across roles and regions to ensure every Alaskan child is supported on their journey to becoming a skilled and confident reader. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/alaska-science-of-reading-symposium-2/ LOCATION:Dena’ina Center\, 600 W 7th Avenue\, Anchorage\, AK\, 99501\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/EVENT-2026-Alaska-Science-of-Reading-Symposium.webp ORGANIZER;CN="State of Alaska Department of Education and Early Development":MAILTO:eed.tech@alaska.gov END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260502T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260502T160000 DTSTAMP:20260406T045349 CREATED:20260326T191247Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T191300Z UID:10002065-1777716000-1777737600@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:Safe Summer Kick-Off DESCRIPTION:Photo Credit: Mat-Su Trails and Parks Foundation \n \n \n \n \n \n Join the Mat-Su Trails and Parks Foundation and friends for a free\, family-friendly event all about getting outside\, staying active\, and learning how to make the most of Alaska’s incredible recreation opportunities safely. \nThis event will feature free presentations from local experts on bear safety\, water safety\, trail etiquette\, and more. There will also be informational tables with details about local organizations and clubs\, educational exhibits\, and giveaways. Whether a seasoned trail user or just getting started\, this is a chance to connect with the community\, discover new ways to enjoy the outdoors\, and set the tone for a safe\, adventurous summer in Mat-Su. Lace up your shoes\, grab your friends\, and celebrate the season. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/safe-summer-kick-off/ LOCATION:Palmer Depot\, 610 S Valley Way\, Palmer\, AK\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/EVENT-Safe-Summer-Kick-Off.webp ORGANIZER;CN="Mat-Su Trails and Parks Foundation":MAILTO:https://matsutrails.org/contact-us/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260518 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260522 DTSTAMP:20260406T045349 CREATED:20251211T181941Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251211T181952Z UID:10002028-1779062400-1779407999@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:2026 Alaska Sustainable Energy Conference DESCRIPTION:Photo Credit: Photo by Photo Emporium \n \n \n \n \n \n The Alaska Sustainable Energy Conference has become the premier gathering for people from across the entire energy and political spectrum. Past speakers have included cabinet officials\, ambassadors\, current and former governors\, CEOs\, national lab directors\, and authors\, with attendees from the Arctic to Australia and from Europe to the Middle and Far East.\nThe Alaska Sustainable Energy Conference is a chance to join visionaries\, researchers\, industry leaders\, entrepreneurs\, policymakers\, and investors from across the country and around the world as they look at Alaska’s energy future. The event will kick off with a pre-conference event Monday\, May 18\, hosted by the State of Alaska and the US Department of Energy Arctic Energy Office. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/2026-alaska-sustainable-energy-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/2025/12/EVENT-2026-Alaska-Sustainable-Energy-Conference.webp ORGANIZER;CN="Alaska Governor%E2%80%99s Office":MAILTO:https://alaskasustainableenergy.com/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260522 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260524 DTSTAMP:20260406T045349 CREATED:20260304T195110Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T195122Z UID:10002056-1779408000-1779580799@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:Alaska Dental Society Annual Meeting DESCRIPTION:Photo Credit: Alaska Dental Society \n \n \n \n \n \n The Alaska Dental Society Annual Meeting brings dentists from across the state together for continuing education\, professional connection\, and community. Join colleagues in Seward for two full days of learning\, networking\, and time to reconnect in one of Alaska’s most scenic destinations. In addition to the annual meeting\, Alaska Dental Society has planned a family-friendly dinner cruise and Gilligan’s Island Costume Contest Friday evening; tickets can be purchased for this separate event at registration. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/alaska-dental-society-annual-meeting-2/ LOCATION:Seward Windsong Lodge\, 31772 Herman Leirer Rd\, Seward\, AK\, 99664\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/EVENT-Alaska-Dental-Society-Annual-Meeting.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260522 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260526 DTSTAMP:20260406T045349 CREATED:20260326T190626Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T190639Z UID:10002064-1779408000-1779753599@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:Alaska Homestead Expo and Marketplace DESCRIPTION:Photo Credit: Alaska Homestead Expo and Common Ground Alaska \n \n \n \n \n \n The 3rd Annual Alaska Homestead Expo and Marketplace brings together Alaskans who want to garden\, raise animals\, learn traditional skills\, live more sustainably\, and build practical skills for their families and homesteads. \nThe keynote speakers are nationally recognized educators Josh and Carolyn Thomas of Homesteading Family. Dozens of Alaskan instructors will be sharing their local wisdom. The event includes engaging workshops\, community gatherings\, onsite food trucks\, and a curated homestead marketplace. \nThe marketplace\, a two-day shopping experience featuring more than 150 vendors from across Alaska\, will take place Friday\, May 22 and Saturday\, May 23\, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The marketplace will include wellness products\, handmade cutting boards and woodcraft\, local artwork and handcrafted goods\, fresh baked goods\, plants and garden starts\, homestead tools and supplies\, small businesses serving rural and self-reliant living\, and more. This is an opportunity to support Alaska makers\, growers\, and small businesses\, all in one place. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/alaska-homestead-expo-and-marketplace/ LOCATION:Big Lake Lions Club\, 2942 S Lions Ct\, Big Lake\, 99652\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/EVENT-Alaska-Homestead-Marketplace.webp END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR