Right Moves
Welcome to Right Moves! Every day in the 49th State Alaskans are finding new positions, moving up the ranks at their current employer, or pursuing professional development through ongoing education and certifications. We’re pleased to share all of this positive career movement, so here you’ll find Alaska-based job hires, promotions, and professional certifications.
And since people are the foundation of every business, in HR Matters we’ve asked local experts to offer their guidance on human resource trends, issues, and best practices, as well as listing articles from around the state about what businesses—and their employees—are doing to keep the focus on the people.
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Alaska Railroad Promotes Real Estate Director
The Alaska Railroad Corporation promoted Kristen Gratrix from Manager of Real Estate Contracts to Real Estate Director.
ARG Industrial Promotes Director of Sales
Anchorage-based hose, belt, and rigging supplier ARG Industrial promoted Regional Sales Manager Gordy Burks to Director of Sales.
Doyon Foundation Selects New Executive Director
Doyon Foundation selected Geraldine “Geri” Simon, a Doyon, Limited shareholder from Allakaket, as the nonprofit’s Executive Director.
NAC Hires Aviation Vet for CEO
Northern Air Cargo named Mark Lester as President and CEO so that interim leader Dave Karp can focus on his regular job as top Alaska executive for parent company Saltchuk.
HR Matters
Embracing Strengths-Based Development: Maximizing Team Performance
SPONSORED BY PEOPLEAK: As the saying goes, every team is the sum of its parts. Different challenges and tasks require specific abilities.
The Importance of a Competitive Compensation Program
SPONSORED BY PEOPLEAK: One of the most crucial factors in maintaining a thriving business is attracting and retaining top talent.
Engage By Strategy and Measure Outcomes
SPONSORED BY PEOPLEAK: Our Senior Consultant Team recently dedicated two days to conducting Strategic Planning, a crucial process that, like the plumber’s story, can easily be overlooked or neglected.