Anchorage ATHENA PowerLink program - This year, 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 Chamber members, with time provided for introductions of all attendees. The breakfasts are held on the second Tuesday of every month, 7 a.m., at the Westcoast International Inn (333 W. International Airport Road.) The cost for the breakfast is $12 for members and $14 for non-members.

Chamber Night at the Aces – The Anchorage Aces open up their ice at a special discount rate to Chamber members once a year for one night only. This great night out is a valuable publicity opportunity for your company. Bring your employees, friends, and family to the Sullivan Arena and have your company name printed in the program, up in lights on the readerboard, announced over the public address system, and in the Chamber newsletter.

Chamber Small Business Marketplace – This showcase was designed as a group Business After Hours for small Chamber businesses that were unable to hold a Business After Hours on their premises. It is held in May each year.

City of Lights - This Anchorage Chamber winter beautification program encourages businesses and residents to decorate with miniature white lights to help brighten the winter months from October to March. The program has helped increase community spirit in the dark, dreary winter months, has turned dark, dangerous neighborhood streets and parks into safe venues for children, and since its inception in 1984 has established a whole new economic industry in the city – lightscaping.

Clean-Up - The Anchorage Chamber organizes and coordinates a city-wide collection of trash by local businesses and schools to make Anchorage a cleaner place. 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 1,000 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 bicycle. This year, volunteers and residents picked up nearly 9 million pounds of trash.

Conferences and Seminars – The Chamber hosts several annual conferences and seminars for the Anchorage business community. Last year’s big successes included the half-day E-Commerce Seminar in March which featured IBM Consultant W. Allen Jacobs, and the annual Marketing Seminar in May, which featured Independent Consultant Bill Evans.

Crime Prevention & Safety Fair - In conjunction with the Municipality of Anchorage and the Mayor's office, the 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 to provide education about crime prevention and safety. Local bands entertain the crowds while organizations man booths.

"Get on Board with the Chamber" Train Ride - The Chamber Ambassadors coordinate a 3-hour networking afternoon train ride along Turnagain Arm every September. This event is designed to introduce new members to the Chamber and other members. It’s also a great event for members to gather business contacts.

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 will be held Sept. 28 at the Sheraton Anchorage Hotel.  Nominate someone you know!  The deadline to submit nominations is Friday Aug. 16. Print an application here.

Industry Showcases – The Anchorage Chamber holds annual Industry Showcases for member businesses in the tourism industry and those who have Holiday products for sale. These showcases are held in April and November in place of the monthly Business Connection Breakfasts. To sign up for a booth at one of these showcases, contact the Anchorage Chamber office at least one month prior (907) 272-2401 or info@anchoragechamber.org.

"Make It Monday" Forums - This weekly luncheon features prominent local and national speakers discussing issues of relevance to the business community. 2002 speakers include: Sen. Ted Stevens, Gov. Tony Knowles, Mayor George Wuerch, Alaska Airlines President Bill Ayer, and Lt. Gen. Phillip Oates. The forums are held every Monday, noon, at the 4th Avenue Theatre, unless otherwise specified. Locations may change depending on availability and luncheon size so always check the Anchorage Chamber calendar or Website. The cost for the luncheon is $14 for members and $20 for non-members; coffee only is available for $5. These luncheons often sell out; to guarantee a seat, please make reservations.  Call (907) 272-2401 or e-mail:  admin@anchoragechamber.org.

Military Appreciation Week - 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 June 2002 the Anchorage Chamber and more than 100 volunteers fed nearly 7,000 attendees.

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

School Business Partnerships - The mission of this program is to enhance the education of students and provide businesses with well-qualified future employees through increased cooperation between businesses and the Anchorage School District.