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:20180311T110000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0900 TZNAME:AKST DTSTART:20181104T100000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0900 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:AKDT DTSTART:20190310T110000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0900 TZNAME:AKST DTSTART:20191103T100000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0900 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:AKDT DTSTART:20200308T110000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0900 TZNAME:AKST DTSTART:20201101T100000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20180101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Juneau BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0900 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:AKDT DTSTART:20180311T110000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0900 TZNAME:AKST DTSTART:20181104T100000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0900 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:AKDT DTSTART:20190310T110000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0900 TZNAME:AKST DTSTART:20191103T100000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0900 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:AKDT DTSTART:20200308T110000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0900 TZNAME:AKST DTSTART:20201101T100000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190508 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190511 DTSTAMP:20260403T110638 CREATED:20190416T082945Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190503T035154Z UID:10001440-1557273600-1557532799@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:Alaska Bar Convention DESCRIPTION:Fairbanks: This conference provides opportunities to complete CLE requirements as well as an opening reception\, several luncheons\, and an awards reception and dinner. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/alaska-bar-convention/ LOCATION:AK ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/0a101eea171129198e64e6ad2cdc3170.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190513 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190517 DTSTAMP:20260403T110638 CREATED:20190416T083324Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190416T083324Z UID:10001441-1557705600-1558051199@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:AWWMA Statewide Conference DESCRIPTION:Hotel Captain Cook\, Anchorage: This conference in a venue for information\, technology\, expertise\, curiosity\, and thirst (for refreshment and knowledge) for the Alaska Water Wastewater Management Association. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/awwma-statewide-conference/ LOCATION:Hotel Captain Cook\, 939 W 5th Avenue\, Anchorage\, AK\, 99501\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/dece9ddfa669eae525430e04e805cbb3.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190516 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190520 DTSTAMP:20260403T110638 CREATED:20190110T063033Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190417T085537Z UID:10001406-1557964800-1558310399@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:Alaska Optometric Association CE Conference DESCRIPTION:Alyeska Resort\, Girdwood: The mission of the AKOA is to influence the future of eye care by ensuring the welfare of Alaskans and promoting the continued development of the profession of optometry. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/alaska-optometric-association-ce-conference/ LOCATION:AK ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/optometric-association-featured.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190516 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190520 DTSTAMP:20260403T110638 CREATED:20190416T083815Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190416T083815Z UID:10001442-1557964800-1558310399@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:ACUL Annual Meeting DESCRIPTION:Talkeetna: The Alaska Credit Union League’s annual meeting is an opportunity to gather\, network\, and learn. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/acul-annual-meeting/ LOCATION:AK ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/8c9396905d4c29752fafda9d96c367ef.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190517 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190519 DTSTAMP:20260403T110638 CREATED:20190416T084504Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190502T070806Z UID:10001443-1558051200-1558223999@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:ADS Annual Meeting DESCRIPTION:Juneau: The annual meeting of the Alaska Dental Society\, which is “Committed to enhancing the dental profession and the health of all Alaskans.” URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/ads-annual-meeting/ LOCATION:AK ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/e2afab0c2c2c7c9c453b16527b0641ee.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190529 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190530 DTSTAMP:20260403T110638 CREATED:20190319T065836Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190419T024538Z UID:10001433-1559088000-1559174399@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:India-Singapore Business Conference DESCRIPTION:Anchorage: This is the second conference held on these important southeast Asian markets\, organized by World Trade Center Anchorage. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/india-singapore-business-conference/ LOCATION:AK ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/India-Singapore.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190530 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190531 DTSTAMP:20260403T110638 CREATED:20190319T084629Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190423T062853Z UID:10001435-1559174400-1559260799@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:AOGA Conference 2019: Alaska\, Back on the Map DESCRIPTION:The Alaska Oil and Gas Association is gearing up yet another content-packed agenda for its annual conference. This year’s theme\, “Alaska: Back on the Map\,” recognizes the role Alaska will play in securing America’s energy security for years to come. Featuring top-tier speakers\, industry awards\, and a full exhibit hall\, this is a premier event for oil and gas producers\, explorers\, refiners\, and pipeline operators in Alaska. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/aoga-conference-2019-alaska-back-on-the-map/ LOCATION:Dena’ina Center\, 600 W 7th Avenue\, Anchorage\, AK\, 99501\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/2019_AOGA_LOGO_Web_1800XL.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20190604T063000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20190604T210000 DTSTAMP:20260403T110638 CREATED:20190521T040943Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190521T040943Z UID:10001450-1559629800-1559682000@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:ADN Achievement in Business Breakfast DESCRIPTION:This event will honor the hard working business community in Anchorage and all the amazing work they are doing in their industries. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/adn-achievement-in-business-breakfast/ LOCATION:Bill Sheffield Alaska Railroad Depot\, 4980 W International Airport Rd\, Anchorage\, AK\, 99502\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/e794d19d54e278a00d2db5e57805f663.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Anchorage Daily News":MAILTO:https://www.adn.com/contact/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20190604T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20190604T210000 DTSTAMP:20260403T110638 CREATED:20190522T085739Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190524T035626Z UID:10001458-1559673000-1559682000@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:Anchorage Small Business & Tech Meetup DESCRIPTION:Are you a business owner/manager? Entrepreneur? Consultant or software developer? \nThis event is for you! Join us at our next event in Anchorage and learn how business management software can help your company cut costs\, boost sales\, and increase business efficiency. Come join us for an evening of presentations\, demos\, networking\, and drinks at this exciting event and learn more about Odoo and the world of business management software. \nA message for consultants/developers: \nCome learn about the benefits of becoming an Odoo official partner. Odoo is the fastest growing business management software in the world and the demand for implementation partners across the country is growing. \n  \n  URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/anchorage-small-business-tech-meetup/ LOCATION:The Megan Room\, 6591 A Street\, Anchorage\, AK\, 99518\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/835f2d019424187022fa75baf851a276.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20190611T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20190611T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T110638 CREATED:20190522T075907Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190522T075907Z UID:10001453-1560236400-1560258000@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:PECAA Business Education Workshop DESCRIPTION:This half-day event is open to both eye care doctors and staff. Learn from powerful speakers on topics that will help inform you about several different areas of your business. Breakfast and lunch will be provided. \nPresentations will include: \n\nOptical Merchandising 101: The Seven Fundamentals of Great Merchandising (1 hour COPE & ABO)\nInventory Management & Negotiating Strategies (1 hour COPE & ABO)\nWork Smarter Not Harder: Let Your Reps Do Some of the Heavy Lifting (1 hour ABO)\nBecome a Revenue Cycle Mastermind (1 hour ABO)\n\nThe workshop is open to PECAA Members & non-Members and is 100% free to attend. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/pecaa-business-education-workshop/ LOCATION:Anchorage Marriott Downtown\, 820 W. 7th Avenue\, Anchorage\, AK\, 99501\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/f19ee576085dec58b5cc695bbdc1ee98.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20190611T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20190611T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T110638 CREATED:20190522T084410Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190524T043504Z UID:10001456-1560240000-1560254400@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:Discipline for Positive Outcomes DESCRIPTION:Disciplinary actions can be challenging and difficult for both supervisors and staff. But often\, discipline is needed and is the right course of action in order to move forward. This four-hour class helps participants navigate this sensitive process\, while being respectful\, thorough and fair. The insights and tools shared during this engaging class better enable supervisors\, managers and employees get beyond the discomfort and into a much better and productive space. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nUnderstand and effectively apply and protect the “at will” doctrine\nUnderstand the importance of healthy relationships and how to build effective two-way communication among the team\nIdentify the causes of performance problems and better understand how to address situations\nFully understand the role of effective communication and documentation in the discipline processProvide appropriate “due process” to minimize any liability\n\nAttendees have the option of attending in-person or via web/video conference. If interested in attending via web/video conference\, please contact us at 907-677-5532. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/discipline-for-positive-outcomes/ LOCATION:The Strive Group\, The Strive Group 3120 Denali Street\, Suite 1\, Anchorage\, AK\, 99503\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/4d1ca14b3f0980c84f19b7c6e4405d5c.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20190612T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20190612T143000 DTSTAMP:20260403T110638 CREATED:20190522T090531Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190522T090531Z UID:10001459-1560344400-1560349800@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:Most Valuable Marketing Lessons Learned DESCRIPTION:Come hear a panel of successful business owners share what they’ve learned about marketing. They’ll be talking about their biggest mistakes and greatest successes. We’ll cover questions about digital marketing\, websites\, networking\, print media\, and more! \nCome prepared with questions – this will be an engaging\, interactive session. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/most-valuable-marketing-lessons-learned/ LOCATION:Wasilla SBDC\, 201 Lucille Street\, Wasilla\, AK\, 99654\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/ea62425e3017c51cfd8c00135326e7a4.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20190613T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20190613T193000 DTSTAMP:20260403T110638 CREATED:20190522T083712Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190522T083712Z UID:10001455-1560447000-1560454200@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:Writing About Me! DESCRIPTION:Writing is tough enough\, but when it is performance review time and you have to write about yourself\, do you panic? When you are job hunting or up for a promotion\, can you “sell” yourself? Whenever you put anything in writing your credibility is at stake – even more so when you are writing about yourself. Learn some basic techniques for writing a self-evaluation\, promoting your accomplishments\, writing a job application cover letter\, or asking the boss to send you to an IAAP conference! Program will cover topics like: show don’t tell\, focusing on your audience\, eliminating bloated writing\, and choosing key words to create energy and excitement. \nLeslie Hall\, CAP\, OM\, MEP has 25+ years experience as an administrative professional. She writes fiction and teaches beginning writing & grammar classes at Seattle-area colleges and is a regular speaker at NW writers’ conferences. She has been a member of IAAP since 2005. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/writing-about-me/ LOCATION:BP Exploration\, 900 E Benson Blvd.\, Anchorage\, AK\, 99508\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/69802f87819295f3330b6962f1b7d1d0.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190614 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190619 DTSTAMP:20260403T110638 CREATED:20190521T023600Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190521T024737Z UID:10001447-1560470400-1560902399@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:Kachemak Bay Writers’ Conference DESCRIPTION:Kenai Peninsula College\, Homer: Sponsored by the Kachemak Bay Campus-Kenai Peninsula College/UAA\, this highly acclaimed\, nationally-recognized conference features workshops\, craft talks\, public readings\, and panel presentations in literary fiction\, poetry\, nonfiction\, and the business of writing. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/kachemak-bay-writers-conference/ LOCATION:Kenai Peninsula College\, 533 E Pioneer Ave\, Homer\, AK\, 99603\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/9606e0ce7197f619350642659a3a4560-e1558378049290.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190617 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190622 DTSTAMP:20260403T110638 CREATED:20190521T024613Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190521T024613Z UID:10001448-1560729600-1561161599@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:9th Annual Nuka System of Care Conference DESCRIPTION:Nuka Wellness and Learning Center\, Anchorage: The general conference presents Southcentral Foundation’s developed and proven content on organizational strategies and processes; integrated medical\, behavioral\, and traditional practices; and supporting infrastructure. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/9th-annual-nuka-system-of-care-conference/ LOCATION:Nuka Wellness and Learning Center\, 4085 Tudor Centre Dr\, Anchorage\, AK\, 99508\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/2f8db5e252f897ffdc62f827c569bb5b.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190618 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190620 DTSTAMP:20260403T110638 CREATED:20190521T025823Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190521T025823Z UID:10001449-1560816000-1560988799@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:National 8(a) Association Alaska Regional Conference DESCRIPTION:Anchorage Marriott Downtown: The 2019 Alaska Regional Conference offers educational sessions\, matchmaking\, networking\, and resources for all small businesses. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/national-8a-association-alaska-regional-conference/ LOCATION:Anchorage Marriott Downtown\, 820 W. 7th Avenue\, Anchorage\, AK\, 99501\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/e5b22946d123790b652d5604667e8fb9.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190618 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190621 DTSTAMP:20260403T110638 CREATED:20190522T073838Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190523T010848Z UID:10001452-1560816000-1561075199@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:2019 Nlets Annual Meeting DESCRIPTION:This summer\, Nlets heads to Anchorage\, Alaska for its 2019 Annual Business Meeting. The Annual Business Meeting is an opportunity for membership\, staff\, and industry partners to share recent breakthroughs\, tackle current challenges\, and determine the roadmap for a year of further growth and progress in law enforcement and public safety information sharing.  URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/2019-nlets-annual-meeting/ LOCATION:Hilton Anchorage\, 500 W 3rd Ave\, Anchorage\, AK\, 99501\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/77655e3e23572c28818d3a24a8206626.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20190618T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20190618T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T110638 CREATED:20190522T085130Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190522T085130Z UID:10001457-1560848400-1560870000@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:Don’t Just Survive\, Learn How to Thrive in a Shifting Market with Kristan Cole DESCRIPTION:Kristan Cole has been through two major real estate market shifts and has learned how to grow market share and take territory during these challenging times. \nLearn from Kristan: \nHow she cut $173K out of her budget and still grew her business during a recession closing 355 transactions in Wasilla\, AK \nThe 9 biggest mistakes agent and teams make! \nWhat to grow and what to cut. \nHow to shift forward by learning the 5 proven ways to pivot to success! \nLearn how to think big\, but start small and prepare now. It will be too late to prepare when opportunity shows up. \nFill the gap. Put it all together and become the leader you need to be in order to cast your vision and attract the talent and clients that you want. \nThen\, learn the scripts and the questions you need to know to get buyers and sellers off the sidelines. \nFinally\, The Leadershifts you need to make in order to crush it and build a bigger business when others are getting out of real estate. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/dont-just-survive-learn-how-to-thrive-in-a-shifting-market-with-kristan-cole/ LOCATION:Keller Williams Alaska Group of Anchorage\, 101 W. Benson\, Anchorage\, AK\, 99503\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/8a31e46f9caddfade6157b0b193920b4.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20190618T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20190618T133000 DTSTAMP:20260403T110638 CREATED:20190522T071719Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190522T071719Z UID:10001451-1560855600-1560864600@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:APWA Annual Joint Meeting DESCRIPTION:2019 Annual Joint Meeting hosted by the Alaska chapters of APWA\, ASCE\, and ITE. Presentation by the Commissioner of the Alaska Department of Transportation & Public Facilities\, John MacKinnon. \n\n\n\n\n\n  URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/apwa-annual-joint-meeting/ LOCATION:The Lakefront Anchorage\, 4800 Spenard Road\, Anchroage\, AK\, 99517\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/6f6e2c3a879507e374fc48a3a14a8b2a.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20190627T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20190627T190000 DTSTAMP:20260403T110638 CREATED:20190522T080945Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190522T080945Z UID:10001454-1561651200-1561662000@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:Sourced Anchorage PopUp Manufacturer Product Showcase DESCRIPTION:A product showcase for the Alaska design community. See and experience the newest and coolest materials hitting the market. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/sourced-anchorage-popup-manufacturer-product-showcase/ LOCATION:King Street Brewing Company\, 9050 King Street\, Anchorage\, AK\, 99515\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/9b433ef61d33428365d41da49f3ca9bd.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20190702T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20190702T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T110638 CREATED:20190619T083629Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190619T083629Z UID:10001463-1562068800-1562079600@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:LinkedIn Workshop DESCRIPTION:The USO Pathfinder transition program at Fort Wainwright\, Alaska\, offers best-in-class services to those exiting the military. \nCSM (Ret) Michael Quinn will instruct a LinkedIn Workshop on Fort Wainwright at the Last Frontier Community Activity Center. Learn how to construct your profile\, network effectively with others in your field\, and build your online resume. Class is FREE and is open to service members and military spouses. \nParticipants should install the LinkedIn app on their cell phone or iPad/tablet device prior to the class. Be advised that public WiFi is not available in the venue. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/linkedin-workshop/ LOCATION:Last Frontier Community Activity Center\, Fort Wainwright\, 1044 Apple Street\, Fairbanks\, AK\, 99703\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/11a4889547707e1be2b36c13fb4b59a7.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Juneau:20190707T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Juneau:20190707T210000 DTSTAMP:20260403T110639 CREATED:20190620T000753Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190620T000753Z UID:10001465-1562522400-1562533200@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:Garden Photography: From Art to Storytelling DESCRIPTION:Join prize-winning\, local photographers Michael Penn and Iris Korhonen-Penn for an evening of instruction\, refreshments\, and scenic vignettes in a beautiful garden setting. \nThis is a digital garden photography workshop led by local photographers Michael Penn and Iris Korhonen-Penn. The course is designed for those who wish to advance their basic photographic skills in a garden setting\, creating images that are imaginative\, distinctive\, and visually exciting. Over three hours\, the instructors will lead participants through the Arboretum and discuss technical and visual aspects of making such images. Both artistic and storytelling approaches will be covered. In addition to hands-on guidance and feedback during the workshop\, participants qualify for individual critique on their images after the workshop. \nThis is an adult-only event; please see the 2019 Arboretum Schedule of Events for Children’s Program offerings. \n(Rain Date: Sunday\, August 4 with the same schedule); workshop begins promptly at 6pm \nMaximum Number of Workshop Participants: 12 \nAll proceeds from this event support the purchase of additional plant labels for the Arboretum collection. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/garden-photography-from-art-to-storytelling/ LOCATION:Jensen-Olson Arboretum\, 23035 Glacier Highway\, Juneau\, AK\, 99801\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/c8d1f28b3db77dbb5481f821fa80f0c6.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190708 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190713 DTSTAMP:20260403T110639 CREATED:20190619T080007Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190619T080007Z UID:10001461-1562544000-1562975999@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:Alaska Business Week DESCRIPTION:Alaska Business Week is a one-week summer program teaching the basic principles of private sector business to Alaskan high school students. The Anchorage program runs July 8-12 at Romig Middle School and the Mat-Su program runs July 22-26 at Colony High School. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/alaska-business-week/ LOCATION:Romig Middle School\, 2500 Minnesota Drive\, Anchorage\, AK\, 99503\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/ab5e20df397eac12fea4c539c55e826b.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190708 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190713 DTSTAMP:20260403T110639 CREATED:20190620T013024Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190620T013024Z UID:10001471-1562544000-1562975999@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:36th Annual Rural Providers' Conference DESCRIPTION:The Rural Providers’ Conference (RPC) is an annual gathering of substance abuse service providers\, youth\, Elders and family members interested in celebrating and encouraging the continual growth of the Alaska Native Sobriety Movement. This year the RPC will focus on the traditional Alaska Native knowledge for healing of the issues related to historical trauma\, alcohol and drug abuse\, grief and other issues of rural Alaska. The RPC features ceremonies\, talking circles and cultural events. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/36th-annual-rural-providers-conference/ LOCATION:Alaska Pacific University\, 4101 University Drive\, Anchorage\, AK\, 99508\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/147323bc1882d5ee7ad64481d8b72846.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20190710T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20190710T143000 DTSTAMP:20260403T110639 CREATED:20190619T235754Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190619T235754Z UID:10001464-1562763600-1562769000@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:How Becoming a Certified Women-Owned Business Can Help Grow Your Revenues DESCRIPTION:The federal government’s annual goal is to award at least five percent of all federal contracting dollars to women-owned small businesses. \n\nJoin this workshop and learn about:\nProgram benefits\nEligibility requirements\nWhat it takes to get certified\nWhat to expect during the certification process\nMore\n\nIf you have a product or service and you want to sell to the federal government as a certified women-owned business\, this brown-bag workshop is for you. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/how-becoming-a-certified-women-owned-business-can-help-grow-your-revenues/ LOCATION:Wasilla SBDC\, 201 Lucille Street\, Wasilla\, AK\, 99654\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/4ee502ca0b8521679acfc36e1ca5b020.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20190711T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20190711T190000 DTSTAMP:20260403T110639 CREATED:20190306T111136Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190615T032742Z UID:10001426-1562860800-1562871600@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:2019 Best of Alaska Business Awards DESCRIPTION:The fourth annual BEST OF ALASKA BUSINESS awards are here! \nJoin us for the signature business party of the summer. Our readers have spoken and selected the Best of Alaska Business 2019 winners in over 20 categories. Get your tickets now to this limited engagement. \n \n Get your tickets now\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 This is NOT some stuffy awards ceremony. \nWe Alaskans know summer is short so we have to make the most of it. Don’t get stuck indoors at a boring after-hours business event. Come party with us on the sun-drenched deck at 49th State Brewing Co. and enjoy: \n \n \n \n \n \n \nLive Music – Start tapping your toes now: We’re excited to have Blackwater Railroad Company take the stage! Blackwater Railroad Company is a folk-rock group built from diametrically opposed backgrounds\, coincidentally brought together by love of music and Alaska. Like good moonshine\, this group was formed in a dark basement\, in the middle of winter\, and consistently delivers warm\, raucous evenings.\n\nBeer – Every admission gets a drink ticket for 1 beer\, wine or cocktail. Premium cocktails are available for purchase (including a couple 49th State signature “Best of Alaska Business” cocktails).\n\nPrizes – Every ticket holder gets entered to win door prizes last year’s was 2 tickets on Alaska Airlines\, come find out what we’re giving away this year. (Hint it’s going to be awesome!)\n\nBeer – Because… Beer.\n\nSWAG – Everyone at the party will be leaving with some sweet gear in a Best of Alaska Business tote.\n\nFood – The best Alaskan grub you have ever tasted in your life\, Guaranteed.*\n\nBeer – Did we mention beer?\n\nSunshine – Guaranteed.**\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Come celebrate the Best of Alaska Business with us.The top three businesses in each category will be honored with the Denali\, St. Elias\, and Foraker Awards\, representing Alaska’s tallest peaks and highest business honors. Winners will be revealed in the July issue of Alaska Business and celebrated at the Best of Alaska Business party at 49th State Brewing Co. on Thursday\, July 11 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. \n  \nGet your tickets to this limited engagement now.Sponsorship opportunities are available. Please call Alaska Business at 907-276-4373 for more information. Act now to become part of the Best of Alaska Business party! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n *Best Grub Guarantee: The award-winning 49th State is cooking up some amazing grub options. If it’s not the best food you have ever eaten at we guarantee you don’t have to go back for seconds.\n**Sunshine Guarantee: If it’s not sunny we guarantee we will not make you stand out in the rain. The party will move indoors and we’ll crash the 49th State Brewing Co. Theater.\n \n Get your tickets now\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 FAQs \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Are there ID or minimum age requirements to enter the event? \nBecause this event is being held on the deck of 49th State Brewing Co. you must be 21 or older to attend. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n How can I contact the organizer with any questions? \nFeel free to call Alaska Business with any questions or sponsorship inquiries at 907-276-4373 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event? \nYou do not need your ticket to get into the event. All attendees must have a valid ID and your ticket will be verified against that. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This sounds amazing! Where do I park? \nParking is free on weekdays in downtown Anchorage after 6pm. There is a complimentary lot for all Best of Alaska Business party-goers located one block north of 49th State Brewing Co. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What is this “beer” you keep telling me about? \nGreat question. According to Wikipedia\, Beer is the world’s oldest[1][2][3] and most widely consumed[4] alcoholic drink; it is the third most popular drink overall\, after water and tea.[See also 49th State beers.] \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n That artwork is amazing! Where can I see more? \nWe were lucky to have the amazing talent of the Alaskan artist\, Jontue Hollingsworth at Hollingsworth Design create this year’s art work. See more of his work at hollingsworthdesign.co \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get your tickets now\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 Scenes from last year’s party: URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/2019-best-of-alaska-business-awards/ LOCATION:49th State Brewing Co.\, 717 W 3rd Ave\, Anchorage\, AK\, 99501\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/BOAB-2018-Summer-Party-_-Orzel-Photography.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20190711T210000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20190711T210000 DTSTAMP:20260403T110639 CREATED:20190620T004150Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190620T004150Z UID:10001467-1562878800-1562878800@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:Fearless\, Fierce & Fabulous DESCRIPTION:A night of motivation and inspiration from the ladies who have started from the ground up. Food\, drink. and book included. \nAuthor Molly Blakely will be launching her new book How to Be Fearless in Business. She has asked some of her favorite entrepreneurs to motivate attendees to start their business today or how to level up. These ladies will fill this fun-packed evening with not only great ideas but advice and takeaways to go home with and use right away. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/fearless-fierce-fabulous/ LOCATION:Hard Rock Café\, 415 E Street\, Anchorage\, AK\, 99501\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/89eef192f7fd0697dd33185fc2fa7401.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190712 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190719 DTSTAMP:20260403T110639 CREATED:20190619T080830Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190619T080830Z UID:10001462-1562889600-1563494399@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:Uniform Law Commission Annual Meeting DESCRIPTION:The Uniform Law Commission provides states with non-partisan\, well-conceived and well-drafted legislation that brings clarity and stability to critical areas of state statutory law. \nEach year commissioners gather to review and debate draft acts. Proposed legislation is read line-by-line and discussed on the floor during the general sessions that meet daily. While commissioners are duty-bound to attend annual meetings\, it is common that spouses and families also attend. Although much work is accomplished during annual meetings\, it is also a time to renew friendships and enjoy the surrounding venues. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/uniform-law-commission-annual-meeting/ LOCATION:Dena’ina Center\, 600 W 7th Avenue\, Anchorage\, AK\, 99501\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/9287f1e93fa56b07dcf7b91338ecfbde.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20190713T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20190713T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T110639 CREATED:20190620T012258Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190620T012258Z UID:10001470-1563012000-1563033600@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:Peonies in Bloom Farm Visit DESCRIPTION:Peonies in Bloom is an open-house style event of our peony field during peak bloom time. Only an hour drive from Anchorage\, this is a perfect day excursion for your summer guests. Don’t forget your camera. Children under 12 are free. URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/peonies-in-bloom-farm-visit/ LOCATION:Alaska Blooms Peony Farm\, 1000 N. Satisfied Drive\, Wasilla\, AK\, 99654\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/c4b994071f27558b0fdff879cd65ab35.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20190715T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20190715T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T110639 CREATED:20190620T005917Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190620T005917Z UID:10001469-1563184800-1563199200@www.akbizmag.com SUMMARY:Make Video Work for You: Tell Your Story and Drive Engagement DESCRIPTION:UAF Community and Technical College will host a workshop with PRSA national presenters Steven Norris and Brice Zimmerman from Georgia Institute of Technology. \nThis workshop will teach attendees how to shoot and edit videos to engage and educate the public. In this hands-on seminar\, you will use your phone to shoot video and record interviews\, then edit the footage into a 30-second segment. You’ll learn how to correctly frame shots and interviews. You’ll also learn how to properly light your subject and get clean\, usable audio. The workshop also will teach you best practices for setup and hosting Facebook Live sessions. \nBy the end of this workshop\, participants will be able to: \n\nEdit video in an easy-to-use program.\nCreate video content for media outreach and social media success.\nRecognize when they should — and shouldn’t — make a video.\nWalk away thinking\, “I know video is becoming more important — now I know how to make my own.” URL:https://www.akbizmag.com/alaska-events/make-video-work-for-you-tell-your-story-and-drive-engagement/ LOCATION:UAF Community and Technical College\, 604 Barnette Street\, Fairbanks\, AK\, 99701\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.akbizmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/38d57db6c7b71be86bfda87393e5ef50.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR