A Message from our Board of Directors President, Julie Bonney
Happy New Year, Chamber Members!
The New Year has started with a big Covid bang. Kodiak set a daily record for new covid cases on Tuesday, Jan 4th, with the Chamber all set to celebrate the New Year and our members at our Annual Dinner on Jan 7th. With much regret, we chose to postpone the event due to the surge in cases and staffing shortages due to COVID and close contacts. But we still intend to have in-person events in 2022! The next scheduled events are the USCG Appreciation dinner on Feb 4th and ComFish from March 24th – 26th. We will continue to balance the health, safety, and happiness for the Chamber and the community and push to get life back to “normal” in 2022 with our event planning.
The commercial fisheries are ready to launch for 2022 – federal Pacific cod opened Jan 1st for fixed gear vessels, tanner crab begins on Jan 15th, and trawl fisheries start on Jan 20th. Take a walk-through Dog Bay and Saint Paul harbors – lots of activity as the vessels ready themselves to start the new fishing year. May the fleet and processors have a safe and prosperous New Year.
Other items of note:
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We announced the new Crab Fest logo and Posters! If you have not seen them, check them out on our Facebook page.
The Chamber welcomes our newest member – Kodiak Creations.
Wishing you, your family, and your business a safe, healthy, and prosperous New Year!
Julie Bonney
President
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Get Ready for 2022 by Updating Your Membership Information!
We want our members to get the most out of our online directory and resources by updating their membership listing with the most current contact information for the Kodiak Chamber's website and to be published within our 2022 Relocation Guide.
Login to your member portal or call Trinity Higinbotham, Community Relation Director, at (907) 486-5557 or email trinity@kodiakchamber.org
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We Want to Hear From You! You Could Win $100 for Your Time
The Kodiak Chamber of Commerce is conducting a workforce survey to gauge the current employment status of Kodiak.
Survey participation is completely anonymous and confidential. We are offering participants the chance to be entered into a drawing for a $100 gift card for participating in our survey.
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Reservation Deadline for the 2022 Relocation Guide, has been extended to January 24th!
Contact the Chamber if you are interested in advertising in the 2022 Relocation Guide.
The guide will continue to be distributed throughout the year at Chamber events, on the Coast Guard Base, Real Estate offices, at the Visitors Center, and to major employers throughout the Kodiak region and to anyone requesting information on Kodiak through the Chamber office.
Download the adverting packet to get more information or call (907) 486-5557.
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Do You Want to Host a Business After Hours in 2022?
Feature your business at one of our monthly Business After Hours events! These events target the entire community as well as other Chamber Members. It gives them the opportunity to visit your business and learn the story behind why and how you do what you do.
If you are interested, contact us now as spots are limited!
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Get Your News Out to the Community!
News & Views is a weekly, two-minute, pre-recorded radio segment that airs on KVOK and HOT 101.1
Each segment spotlights one of our local Chamber Members and is recorded at the KVOK studio with Community Relations Director, Trinity Higinbotham.
What is Discussed? We will help guide your message, but anything business-related is fair game!
Who Can Take Advantage? Any Chamber Member is able to take advantage of this unique promotional opportunity. Anyone from the organization can be interviewed. You choose the direction and goal you'd like to accomplish and we will work with you to achieve it! This is a completely FREE service we provide for our Chamber Members.
I'm Ready, What Now? Simply contact Trinity via email, stop by the office, or call (907) 486-5557 to schedule.
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List Your Business on the BUYALASKA Statewide Directory!
In October 2020, in partnership with over 30 leading organizations across the state, the Alaska Small Business Development Center relaunched BuyAlaska.
The BuyAlaska program connects consumers to Alaskan-owned businesses and encourages shopping small before turning to national retailers.
BuyAlaska has recently launched a directory for Alaskan-owned businesses. Creating a listing is simple and will guide customers to your business.
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Visit www.BuyAlaska.com
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Sign up as a BuyAlaska Member for free here
- List your business on the BuyAlaska Statewide Business Directory
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS:
- Membership is free
- Alaska Business Directory - Alaskan-owned businesses can create a listing for their business for free on the BuyAlaska website. Listings are searchable by keywords, location, business category, e-commerce capabilities, and Made in Alaska/Alaska Grown products.
- Member discounts with FedEx, Quickbooks Online, and Constant Contact
- Discounts on Alaska business for BuyAlaska members
- Access to business resources
Sign-up and watch the on-demand video to find out more about BuyAlaska from the Alaska Small Business Development Center.
Make sure to stop by the Chamber and get your free BuyAlaska stickers and posters for your business.
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Free Masks Available
We still have Free Masks available to anyone who needs them! If you would like masks for your business and/or customers, please contact the Chamber to schedule a time to pick up time or to schedule a dropped off.
The Chamber is open Monday-Friday 8 AM - 4 PM.
Call (907) 486-5557 or Email Us - chamber@kodiakchamber.org
Thank you for keeping Kodiak healthy and safe!
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The New 2022 Crab Fest Logo & Poster
The Kodiak Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to announce the winner of the 2022 Kodiak Crab Festival Logo! We look forward to seeing this creative crackin' all around town!
The winner, Mia Loska is currently an 8th grader at Kodiak Middle School. She loves art, reading, and her cats Blue and Beans.
Mia moved back to Kodiak in 2020 after living here when she was 6. She is very excited to have her art chosen.
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Jeannie Watkins, the designer is a freelance artist/photographer who grew up in Kodiak has made her home in Salem, Oregon. Although she enjoys numerous art mediums, her primary focus is pointillism (pen & ink), pencil, and drawing people, animals, and all things Alaska.
Jeanie wanted to create something that was dramatic and bold, yet also fun and characteristic of...Read More
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Join the Small Business Collaboration Group
Our mission is to support an environment of success for small business through collaboration, communication, and education.
The group meets on the 2nd Tuesday of every month at 10 AM. All are welcome!
Email chamber@kodiakchamber.org to be added to the distribution list to get the monthly agenda.
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Exhibitor Registration is Now Open!
Join us March 24th through March 26th for ComFish Alaska 2022 at the Kodiak Harbor Convention Center in Kodiak, Alaska.
Register Now!
Attended registration will open the first week of February.
If you're interested in being a sponsor, please reach out to jena@kodiakchmaber.org
Check www.ComFishAK.com for ongoing updates!
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International Guitar Night
January 12 | 7 PM
Gerald C. Wilson Auditorium
International Guitar Night brings together the world’s best guitar musicians.
Performing together in 2022 is Germany’s Latin Swing master Lulo Reinhardt, contemporary classical guitarist Stephanie Jones (Australia), two-hand tapper Alexander miso from Russia, and Italian jazz guitarist Eleanora “Lele” Strino.
Get Your Tickets
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Alaska Small Business Development Center Workshops & On-Demand Classes
Upcoming Live Workshops
New On-Demand Workshops
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We Applaud You, Coast Guard Appreciation Dinner
February 4 | 6 PM
Kodiak Convention Center
Join us for an evening of recognizing individuals of the U.S. Coast Guard who work to make Kodiak a safer community to live, work, and play.
The evening will feature a cash bar and a buffet provided by local chefs.
Tickets on Sale Now: $50/Individual | $500/Table
Cocktail Attire. Please, RSVP by January 28th
Hosted by the Kodiak Chamber of Commerce and possible through sponsorship from Matson and KANA.
Questions reach out to jena@kodiakchamber.org or (907) 486-5557.
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Alutiiq Legends Book Published
DATE: December 15, 2021
CONTACT: Dehrich Chya
dehrich@alutiiqmuseum.org
The Alutiiq Museum has released Unigkuat—Kodiak Alutiiq Legends, a book featuring sixty-two traditional tales from the Kodiak Archipelago. This 279-page paperback assembles Alutiiq tales from sources dating from the eighteenth century to 2005. The legends talk about the creation of the world and the cosmos, share the exploits of heroes, and follow shamans, spirits, and animals—all while providing lessons about proper living. Unigkuat is the first publication of its kind for the Kodiak region.
“These legends are treasures passed down through the generations,” said Alutiiq Museum Executive Director April Laktonen Counceller. “Several of them are from recordings...Read More
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CIRCAC $2,500 Scholarship Applications Now Open
This marks the 8th year that CIRCAC has offered 2, $2,500 scholarships, the James Carter Scholarship for Environmental Science, and the Captain Barry Eldridge Scholarship for Maritime Studies. These are intended to enable students to launch or complete an undergraduate degree in a broad range of environmental sciences or a certified program through a maritime institution. The scholarships are open to residents of the Cook Inlet or Kodiak Island areas who are graduating seniors, recent graduates, current undergraduate students, active military, or veterans.
Learn More
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The SWAMC Energy Audit Program is now serving Small Businesses and Commercial Fishers everywhere in Alaska
The Southwest Alaska Municipal Conference (SWAMC) Energy Audit Program offers low-cost energy audits (75% discounted) to Alaskan commercial fishers and rural small business owners, as well as free assistance in applying for the US Department of Agriculture REAP Grant which covers 25% of the cost of energy efficiency retrofits identified in the audit.
The Program has expanded to serve small businesses and commercial fishers everywhere in Alaska (outside the Municipality of Anchorage) and the Program is currently accepting new participants!
Interested? Go ahead and register to learn if you’re eligible for the discounted energy audit and USDA REAP grant program. You can also contact the program at energy@swamc.org.
SWAMC has helped Alaskan small businesses and commercial fishers in Bristol Bay, the Aleutian and Pribilof Islands, and Kodiak receive more than $300,000 for cost-saving energy efficiency upgrades through the REAP program. With an average grant amount of $14,000, they have a track record of success in helping submit these REAP Grant applications.
Register for an energy audit or contact us at energy@swamc.org or
call (907) 450-2456 with questions.
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COVID Relief Resources from SWAMC
SWAMC is actively engaged in conversations with other ARDORs, the Alaska Small Business Development Center, Alaska Municipal League, and other State and Federal agency representatives to sift through and understand the many resources available for businesses, municipalities, tribes, and individuals who are impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Additional resource links for COVID:
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Winter Resiliency
This year, as we cope with COVID-19, we can also take measures to improve our physical and mental health.
Mental Well-Being
Our overall well-being is dependent on both our mental and physical health. The tips in the Mental Health Resiliency Guide can help you learn more about ways to improve your well-being and connect with activities you can do by yourself, with your family, or community. Also, if you ever find yourself struggling and need more support, it's ok to ask for help!
Resiliency
Staying healthy during the pandemic is important to help prevent severe illness and to increase overall resiliency to cope with stress. Find a way to move your body regularly, eat healthy, and practice gratitude. Use these resources to encourage your friends, communities, schools, clients, and loved ones to stay safe, strong, and kind...Read More
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Interested in becoming a member?
The Chamber Membership gives your organization the tools and support it needs to succeed. With access to business resources, educational materials, advocacy, networking opportunities, and much more...
Contact us for more details
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Thank You, Renewing Members! | |
- AQUAMARINE CAFÉ
- DOWL
- GALLEY GOURMET
- GCI
- HOSPICE & PALLIATIVE CARE OF KODIAK
- HUMANE SOCIETY OF KODIAK
- KODIAK AREA MENTOR PROGRAM
- KODIAK ARTS COUNCIL
- KODIAK MARINE SUPPLY
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- KONIAG INC.
- KOZAK AND ASSOCIATES
- NET SYSTEMS
- NEXT STEP DANCE KODIAK
- PROVIDENCE KODIAK ISLAND MEDICAL CENTER
- SUN'AQ TRIBE OF KODIAK
- UNITED FISHERMEN'S MARKETING ASSOCIATION
- US FOODS KODIAK
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Thank You to Our Sponsors! | |
The next Board of Directors Meeting will be held Wednesday, January 26th at noon in the Kodiak Chamber of Commerce Board Room. | | | | |
