Anchorage Chamber 2004 "Business-to-Business" Tradeshow

This is the first Anchorage Chamber "Business-to-Business" Tradeshow.  The show is geared toward promoting commerce between Anchorage Chamber members and with the community as a whole.  More than 50 Anchorage Chamber members have purchased booths for this all-day event on April 16, 2004. 

Anchorage ATHENA Society Annual Luncheon - 

The ATHENA Award program celebrates the potential of all women as valued members and leaders of the business community. The Society selects new members annually and honors them at this luncheon. The Society also presents the ATHENA award to a member who has devoted their time and energy to promoting women in business.  Jewel Jones is the 2003 Anchorage ATHENA Award recipient.

Anchorage ATHENA PowerLink program - In 2001, the Anchorage ATHENA Society became home to the ATHENA PowerLink program which "links" a woman-owned business with a panel of unpaid advisors who agree to help the business achieve its goals. This program is aimed at helping those businesses that need help to grow.

Business After Hours - This is an opportunity to showcase your business in an informal, open house atmosphere, while allowing members to network and discover what your business has to offer. It's a great way to get exposure at very little cost. These open houses are held once a month on the third Thursday of every month. There is no cost for attendees. Check the calendar or the Web site for each month’s location.

Business Connection Breakfast – This is a great networking opportunity for business owners. Speakers make presentations on topics of interest to Anchorage Chamber members, with time provided for introductions of all attendees. The breakfasts are held on the second Tuesday of every month, 7:30 a.m., at Harry's Bar & Grill (101 W. Benson Blvd.).  The cost for the pre-paid breakfast is $14 for members and $16 for non-members; $18 for members at the door and $20 for non-members at the door.  Reserve your space today!

Anchorage Chamber Small Business Marketplace – This showcase was designed as a group for small Anchorage Chamber businesses that were unable to hold a Business After Hours on their premises.

Anchorage Chamber City of Lights Program - This Anchorage Chamber winter beautification program encourages businesses and residents to decorate with miniature white lights to brighten the winter months from October to March. The program has helped increase community spirit in the dark winter months; since its inception in 1984 it has established a whole new economic industry in the city – lightscaping.

Anchorage Chamber Citywide Clean Up - The Anchorage Chamber organizes and coordinates an annual city-wide collection of trash by local businesses and schools to make Anchorage a cleaner place. Anchorage Chamber Citywide Clean Up traditionally begins on the first Monday in May and lasts for one week. The Blue Jeans Luncheon, which serves hamburgers and hotdogs to approximately 1,500 people at the Sullivan Arena, is the kick-off event. The week culminates in Clean Up Day where local school children compete for the coveted Clean Up Scooters & Helmets. In 2003 volunteers and residents picked up more than 7 million pounds of trash.

Conferences and Seminars – The Anchorage Chamber hosts several annual conferences and seminars for the Anchorage business community.

Major conferences and seminars scheduled for 2003 include:  Sales Conference co-sponsored by ACVB and Sourdough Productions in conjunction with the annual Hospitality and Food Expo on March 5, and Alliance North co-sponsored by Senator Ted Stevens among others on May 29-30.

Fire, Crime and Safety Awareness Fair - In conjunction with the  Anchorage Fire and Police Departments and the Dimond Center, the Anchorage Chamber hosts a Crime Prevention & Safety Fair each year at a local mall to showcase the public safety resources available to the community. The Fair is aimed at local children and teens with a purpose to provide education about crime prevention and safety.

This is a great opportunity for both parents and Anchorage youth to learn more about the safe alternatives and resources available.  There will be entertainment, door prizes, live demonstrations from the Fire Department and the Police Olympics!

Gold Pan Awards - This gala event is an opportunity to recognize a deserving business, individual or organization for their civic contribution to life in Anchorage. The banquet is held annually in September and includes a formal dinner for several hundred people. The 2002 "It's a Jungle Out There" themed event was great fun for all! 

"Make It Monday" Forums - This weekly luncheon features prominent local and national speakers discussing issues of relevance to the business community. 2003 speakers included: Sen. Lisa Murkowski, Gov. Frank Murkowski, Mayor Mark Begich, The Anchorage Caucus of State Legislature and a sign ordinance update. The Forums are held every Monday, at noon in the Egan Civic & Convention Center, unless otherwise specified. Locations may change depending on availability and luncheon size so always check the Anchorage Chamber calendar or Web site. The cost for the luncheon is $14 for members and $20 for non-members; coffee is available for $5. These luncheons sell out quickly, so to guarantee a seat please make reservations.  (907) 272-2401 or info@anchoragechamber.org.

Anchorage Chamber Military Appreciation Week - June 7-11, 2004:  All areas of the community participate in this effort to recognize the benefits of the military presence in Anchorage. The kick-off is a luncheon sponsored by businesses for local armed services personnel. The week culminates with a picnic held for the military personnel and their families at both Elmendorf Air Force Base and Fort Richardson. In 2003, the Anchorage Chamber and more than 100 volunteers fed nearly 7,500 attendees.

2004 Bowl-A-Thon
The fundraiser for the annual military picnic is the Bowl-A-Thon.  The 2004 Bowl-A-Thon will be held on Saturday, February 7, at Center Bowl from 3-6 p.m. Thanks to the generous support of our sponsors, all lanes have been sold.  Lanes will not be sold at the event.   

New Member Orientation – Orientations are held every other month in the Anchorage Chamber office. Orientations give members the opportunity to find out more about Anchorage Chamber benefits and services, to ask questions, meet the staff and get involved. Areas covered include: Member benefits and services, Anchorage Chamber committees, events and introductions. 

The next New Member Orientation is on Thursday, December 11, in the Anchorage Chamber Board Room, from 4-5 p.m.

To participate in a New Member Orientation, email: membership@anchoragechamber.org.