Industry
Every Alaska industry is an important part of the state’s economic fabric. Alaska’s well-known industries like oil and gas, mining, and fishing are inextricably linked with engineering services, financial institutions, healthcare facilities—even nonprofit endeavors. It is our goal to cover businesses in all of Alaska economic and geographic sectors, from family-operated farms in the Mat-Su and manufacturers in Fairbanks to budding cannabis dispensaries, tourism-based entities in Southeast, or Southcentral’s large retailers.
Latest Industry News
Collaboration to Strengthen Alaska’s Food Economy
Guest author Leah Moss explores the Alaska Food Policy Council’s efforts to improve Alaska’s food system, making it healthier, more secure, and more self-reliant.
Brand-Name Beds: Construction Begins on Wasilla Home2 Suites by Hilton
Construction has begun on a Home2 Suites by Hilton in Wasilla. The national chain is bringing 107 rooms and an indoor pool.
Better Business Bureau: Impostor Scams on the Rise
Criminals put on a non-threatening face when targeting businesses via email or online, so the Better Business Bureau has tips to avoid being scammed.
Best 2024 Startups
The only Best of Alaska Business category that can be won only once is Best Startup. Find out which three new ventures from 2024 found favor with voters.
New Ops Manager for UIC Construction
UIC Construction, a division of UIC Commercial Services, named Bryan Hise as its new Operations Manager.
Coffman Engineer Earns Commissioning Certification
Jesse Wight-Crask is now a Certified Commissioning Authority, recognizing his knowledge in commissioning building systems, equipment, and facilities.
Tayal Brokerage Staffing Up with Travers-Smyre
Natalie Travers-Smyre joins the Tayal Brokerage team as an Associate Broker in Anchorage with thirty-seven years in the real estate industry.
Healthcare Community on ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ Impact in Alaska
Provisions to spare Alaska from Medicaid and food assistance cuts satisfied the state’s US senators, but healthcare professionals are worried.
