GML: Update from the Alaska Chamber

Featured Presentation:

Alaska Chamber "Working Hard To Improve Alaska's Business Climate"
Presented by Rachael Petro, President/CEO

About the Alaska Chamber:  In 1952, a few years before Alaska was granted statehood, the "All Alaska" Chamber of Commerce was formed for the purpose of promoting commerce in Alaska. The construction boom, brought about by World War II, was winding down, and Alaska’s business leaders recognized the need for an organized effort to develop a new, stronger economic base for Alaska. The first leaders of the Alaska Chamber discussed tax incentive legislation, development of the state’s forest and mineral resources, promotion of the tourism industry, and increasing agricultural production. With statehood, the name was changed to the Alaska State Chamber of Commerce, and the organization represented the first unified effort to have the voice of business in the state legislature.

Under the recently released brand identity, the organization dropped "State" and “of Commerce” from its name  in all new marketing communications programs. This deliberate move better conveys the chamber’s role in Alaska.  “Contrary to popular belief, the Alaska Chamber is not a state government agency,” says Rachael Petro, President and CEO. She goes on to point out, “Because of this incorrect assumption and the fact that many other state chambers of commerce include tourism promotion as one of their core missions, it was important for us to brand ourselves distinctly from the state and other chamber entities. ” Read more....

5-Minute Spotlight:

"The Altrol Story"
Presented by Jimi Cash and Kathryn Reeder

This presentation will feature Altrol's story from the time it was founded by President Dave Bridges in 1982 with himself as the only employee to what the company has grown to be today, totaling over 30 employees. Jimi & Kathryn will also spotlight Altrol services for both residential or commercial customers will also be featured.  Read more about the Altrol...