As Aroid enthusiasts, we focus on cultivating rare and exotic plants like Philodendrons, Monsteras, Anthuriums, and Syngoniums, all of which have found loving homes throughout the state. Every purchase and every piece of advice we give is a direct result of the trust Alaskans place in us, motivating us to continue sourcing and nurturing our plants with the utmost care. The loyalty of our customers has been key in allowing us to maintain high standards—from sourcing quality plants to providing the optimal environment for them to flourish.

The support we receive from the Alaskan community also fuels our passion for education. Through hosting informative classes and offering individualized solutions, we’re able to share our knowledge and love for plants with fellow Alaskans. Whether it’s answering a quick question about plant care or helping someone cultivate their green thumb, every interaction with the community helps us grow, just like the plants we care for.

Heartfire Jungle is a deeply social company, and our thriving online presence is thanks to the engagement and encouragement of Alaskans. The vibrant support on our social media platforms, especially Facebook, has allowed us to share our journey with more people than ever before. From pop-up events to plant tips, the love we receive from our local followers keeps us motivated to create content that is both educational and enjoyable. The connection with our local community is what makes our social media a true reflection of the heart and soul of our business.

Throughout the year, Alaskans find us at local markets, and this support has become the lifeblood of our business. Every market event, every direct sale, and every local pickup shows us that our efforts are appreciated and that we’re contributing something special to the Alaskan way of life. It’s through the community’s loyalty that we’re able to keep sharing the beauty of tropical plants in a place as unique as Alaska.

Heartfire Jungle sprouted from a personal passion, but it’s the unwavering support from Alaskans that has helped it blossom into something truly special.

Together, we cultivate community, propagate joy, and create lasting memories. We’re deeply grateful for every Alaskan who has rooted for us along the way.

Planted with love, cultured with care, and proudly growing from the heart of Alaska to your home.

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Forget Me Not Home Watchers, a veteran-owned business led by Dr. Beryl Castillo, thrives thanks to the trust and support of Alaskans across Fairbanks, North Pole, Eielson, and beyond. Alaskans are at the heart of what we do, and the unique challenges of living in this environment drive us to offer home-watching services in Alaska that truly matter to local homeowners and businesses. Without the support of the community, we wouldn’t be able to grow and provide the peace of mind that our fellow Alaskans rely on.

Alaskans’ trust in our thorough home inspections in Fairbanks has been instrumental to our success. As we inspect homes across Fairbanks, we’re not just maintaining properties; we’re fulfilling the trust that Alaskans have placed in us to keep their homes safe from the effects of Alaska’s harsh weather. With the continuous support of our community, we can identify and address potential problems before they escalate, providing a service that protects what matters most—our clients’ homes.

The trust Alaskans place in us to handle emergencies is a cornerstone of our business. Whether it’s acting as a local point of contact or providing updates to out-of-state homeowners and snowbirds, it’s the confidence our community shows in us that enables us to deliver the peace of mind Alaskans deserve. By relying on our emergency backup services, our clients empower us to keep their homes secure even in the most unpredictable situations.

We are proud to serve Alaskans who work in diverse industries, from pilots to miners and military personnel. The support from these clients not only allows us to provide tailored travel-related management services but also gives us the opportunity to grow and adapt to meet the needs of those whose work takes them far from home. By choosing Forget Me Not Home Watchers, Alaskans empower us to take care of their homes so they can focus on their jobs and travels with confidence.

Our pet-sitting services are another area where support from Alaskans has been vital. Knowing that local homeowners trust us to care for their pets during short-term absences inspires us to deliver compassionate and attentive care. This trust allows us to continue providing services that keep pets happy and healthy, ensuring that Alaskans feel secure leaving their furry family members in our hands.

The demand for our key-holding service is a direct result of the ongoing support we receive from Alaskans who trust us to safeguard their homes and valuables. Thanks to this trust, we’re able to provide a convenient and cost-saving solution for those who want peace of mind in the event of lost keys. Alaskans’ reliance on our service has enabled us to continue offering solutions that make life a little easier, all while ensuring their homes remain secure.

As a veteran-owned business, Forget Me Not Home Watchers is built on the foundation of service, integrity, and community. It’s the support from Alaskans that has allowed us to maintain these values and build lasting relationships within the community. Every Alaskan who trusts us to care for their homes contributes to a safer, more connected state. We are honored to serve the people of Alaska and look forward to continuing to grow alongside the community that supports us.

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However, this critical aspect of business operations doesn’t just happen on its own—it’s powered by the support of Alaskans like you. Your commitment to working with local businesses like ours makes it possible for us to help other Alaskan enterprises remain compliant and secure in a challenging legal environment.

Here’s how your support directly impacts our ability to assist other businesses across Alaska:

Empowering Local Expertise When Alaskans choose EBO Consulting, you’re not just hiring a service; you’re investing in local expertise. We understand the unique challenges faced by businesses operating in Alaska because we’re part of this community. Your support allows us to continue expanding our knowledge and resources, enabling us to provide tailored compliance and risk mitigation solutions that meet the specific needs of Alaskan businesses.

Protecting Local Reputations Reputation is everything in a close-knit community like ours. Non-compliance can tarnish a business’s standing, not just locally, but also on a broader scale. By choosing EBO Consulting, you help ensure that we can protect the reputation of businesses across Alaska. Our services are designed to keep local enterprises in good standing, which in turn preserves the trust that Alaskans have in their local businesses.

Mitigating Financial Risks for Alaskan Businesses The financial consequences of non-compliance can be devastating, especially for small and medium-sized businesses that form the backbone of our local economy. Your support enables us to continue providing essential services that help mitigate these risks, ensuring that local businesses can thrive without the fear of crippling fines or legal penalties.

Enhancing Operational Efficiency in Our Community Operational disruptions due to compliance failures can be costly and time-consuming. By supporting EBO Consulting, you help us keep Alaskan businesses running smoothly. We work tirelessly to ensure that our clients are not only compliant but also operating efficiently, which benefits the entire local economy.

Ensuring the Safety of Our Local Workforce Many of the regulations we help businesses comply with are designed to protect the safety and wellbeing of employees. With your support, we can continue to ensure that Alaskan businesses provide safe working environments. This commitment to employee safety strengthens our community, making Alaska a better place to live and work.

At EBO Consulting, we’re not just helping businesses navigate legal and regulatory challenges—we’re contributing to the strength and resilience of Alaska’s economy. And we couldn’t do it without the support of Alaskans like you. Together, we’re building a compliant, risk-aware business community that’s poised for long-term success.

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From the Mountains to the rivers to the glistening snow, we are greeted each day by awe-inspiring natural beauty. Alaska’s wilderness overflows with beauty and rich wild ingredients perfect for nourishing the body. Alaskans are familiar with harvesting these wild ingredients to nourish our bodies but there is also a growing group of Alaskans seeking to harness these wild ingredients to nourish our skin as well. Small-batch cosmetic manufacturers across the state are sustainably capturing Alaska’s wild beauty for us and others to use every day to keep our skin and bodies well. 

When Lauren Padawer, founder of the skincare brand Alaska Glacial Essentials, visited Alaska for a rafting trip 24 years ago, she had no idea that it would mark the start of her journey in the skincare industry. At that time, Lauren was working at a spa and had the entrepreneurial bug but wasn’t sure what to do with it. When she stopped and took a dip in a glacial pool and felt the rich, buttery mud, she knew that she had to bring the beauty and mineral richness of Alaska’s glaciers to others. Lauren made Alaska her home not long after, working as a commercial fisherman for many years as she launched her skincare brand Alaska Glacial Essentials. Her skincare brand ranges from rich glacial mud masks to hydrating serums, with over 50% of ingredients in most products coming straight from Alaska’s wilderness. Alaska Glacial Essentials is more than a skincare brand, though. Lauren says that her goal over the last 20 years has been to “Honor Alaska and create a beautiful, modern product that harmonizes commerce and philanthropy.” Lauren ensures that she doesn’t just take from the land but gives back 2% of all revenues to organizations that support the continued stewardship of the Copper River and the surrounding area where she and her business call home. 

When you choose to support a local skincare company like Alaska Glacial Essentials, you are supporting Lauren’s mission of honoring our great state and bringing its rich beauty into our homes in a sustainable way. Lauren is an Alaskan through and through, and your support means the world to her and her family. The next time you are looking to add a bit of luxury to your skincare routine, think Alaska first.

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We support a lifestyle of being outdoors in any condition or location in a safe way. We support people who start where they are and pick up a paintbrush for the first time, practice focus breathing, and walking outside. We also support people who are extremely active, have high artistic talent, and are extremely busy. We offer yoga in beautiful Girdwood, Alaska. Our art is available for purchase. We also offer art lessons with sketching, painting, photography, and wood burning, specializing in nature art. We believe that everyone has artistic talent that they can tap into to help enhance life daily.   

Life in Alaska can have extreme conditions including extreme weather, high cost of living, high cost of healthcare, expensive vehicles, and so on. Throughout the year we deal with ice and slippery conditions. Developing a yoga practice can help strengthen balance and muscles to have more control over slippery conditions.

Alaskans supporting our business also support our community. I believe in supporting your local community by being involved in groups that work to support a healthy community. I experience every day the powerful work of volunteers.  I am the President of the Board of Directors with the Girdwood Health Clinic. I volunteer with Four Valleys Community School coaching kids, and the Performing Arts Center as an usher. I love this work and it is all volunteer/non-paid. To better serve the community, your support allows us to support our health clinic, as well as other local organizations such as the Girdwood Health Clinic, FVCS, GVCA, Challenge Alaska, Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, and the Anchorage Performing Arts Center. The more our customers support us, the more we can contribute our time, energy, and resources to these great organizations that provide valuable services in Alaska. We dedicate 10% of our profits to donate to non-profit organizations. At this time the amount is very small because sales are low, but with support from Alaskans, the amount may grow.

Support from Alaskans allows us to develop and grow a future wellness retreat center in Alaska. Our long-term plan is to develop a lodge for people to retreat to spend time in nature with outdoor activities, practice yoga, and make art that reflects their time in nature. Support from Alaska helps us create this dream place and make it a reality in Alaska. I also believe in creating a business without taking on debt. This is a slow process, but I believe that it is the best way to create a sustainable business that lasts for future generations to enjoy and provides valuable experiences to people along every stage of growth and development. This is a big mission that can be as small as working from our home, as we are now, or as large as a resort retreat setting. Support from Alaskans allows us to continue our mission to serve Alaskans by supporting a healthy lifestyle.      

Jennifer’s artwork is currently available in Anchorage, Alaska at the new Frozen Flamingo Market. Check it out at

Contact Jennifer at Active Mountain LLC and discuss opportunities to collaborate with art, yoga or outdoor activity. We are also open to discussing work with a videographer. Contact us to purchase artwork by Jennifer. Email: jennifer@activemountaindesign.com

Jennifer offers in-person, drop-in, group yoga classes in Girdwood, available to all levels. Check out the website for dates and times: www.activemountainyoga.com.

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Active Mountain Yoga

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My business’s main goal is to make meat goods made with 100% local meat. I work with some amazing people who raise high-quality meat and treat their animals ethically and responsibly. Without the local support, I could not support the people I work with. Local support doesn’t only support me it supports everyone who participates in providing products that become something else. In my case charcuterie.  I’m very grateful for all the local appreciation for locally made products.  

-Sunny Castillo of Ice Aged Charcuterie

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As a business that has proudly called Alaska its home since 2000, Equipment Source Inc. has been blessed with the support of Alaskans over the years. This support has come in many forms—from customers who choose to shop with us, to employees who have dedicated their time and energy to helping us grow and succeed, to local organizations and businesses that have partnered with us.

Over the years we’ve been able to grow into a trusted resource for those in the mining, construction, telecommunication, and oil & gas industries. As we’ve grown, we’ve remained committed to providing quality equipment such as generators, heaters, and pumps while proudly representing the ‘Made in Alaska’ decals on our equipment.

The support we’ve received from Alaskans has been instrumental in helping us expand our business and reach more customers all over the state. Much of this growth can be attributed to word-of-mouth, local events, and partnerships with other local companies, we’ve been able to spread the word about our business and build relationships with customers.

The support from Alaskans has been crucial to our success. We appreciate the countless customers who have chosen us, who have shared their positive experiences and who have recommended us to others.

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As a small business based in the heart of Soldotna, Alaska Kenai Drift Anglers has been privileged to serve locals and tourists alike with our unique fishing experience. We offer guided fishing trips on the Kenai River & Kasilof River, which is known for its world-class salmon and trout fishing. However, as a small business, we have faced many challenges over the years. Thankfully, we have been able to overcome these challenges with the support of our fellow Alaskans.

One of the key ways that Alaskans have helped us is by spreading the word about our business. When locals and visitors have a great experience with us, they often tell their friends and family about it. This has helped us to build a strong reputation for quality service and exceptional fishing experiences. Word of mouth is a powerful marketing tool, and we are grateful for the positive reviews and recommendations that we have received from our customers. Alaskans know people and what’s great about that is if you run a good quality business, they tell many of their friends, the good word in Alaska travels like wildfire.

Another way that Alaskans have helped us is by supporting us during Covid. The fishing season in Alaska is relatively short, and we rely on 5 months of fishing trips to sustain our business. Alaskans were instrumental in supporting us during these times, whether it was booking a trip with us during the Pandemic or telling their friends to come fish with Kenai Drift Anglers. This support has allowed us to continue operating and growing our business, even during the Pandemic.

Alaskans really stepped up to the plate during the Pandemic for local Alaskan fishing guide services. They also appreciated how easy it was to book a charter in 2020, Alaskans usually wait till the last minute to book a fishing charter and unfortunately the tourist will sometimes book out a year in advance just to reserve special dates. It felt good as a business owner to finally provide the opportunity for Alaskans to come fish with us!

Finally, Alaskans have helped us by sharing their knowledge and expertise about Alaska. We have learned a great deal from our fellow Alaskans about the history and stories of Alaska. We love hearing their stories and how “Alaska once was” and what it means to them. I gain so much knowledge from our locals that provides great history and information for our tourist as well. This knowledge has helped us to provide an even better experience for our customers and to become a more integral part of the local community.

In conclusion, Kenai Drift Anglers owes a debt of gratitude to the people of Alaska. The support that we have received from Alaskans has helped us to grow our business and to provide an exceptional fishing experience to all who come our way. We look forward to continuing to serve our fellow Alaskans and visitors alike, and we are grateful for the ongoing support of our community.

Sincerely, 

Kenai Drift Anglers
Scotty Daletas
Owner & Guide
https://www.kenairiverguideservice.com/

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Living in Alaska, we know many of our fellow citizens tend to be more travel-savvy than others and like to book on their own.  Because of this, we have never really marketed or focused on selling travel to Alaskans. In our travel agency/tour operator field – we’ve traditionally been a very busy business for about 4 months out of the year, 4 months of break even, and then the rest is the challenge. 

We focus on offering the best options & selections for our inbound tourists, which has opened the door to Alaskans thru our volume discounts, perks with travel suppliers (such as waivers, name changes, etc) – and allowed AYT to pivot to assisting Alaskans travel in the off-season and close that 8 month gap where our business is in the red. 

Many of our vendors have allowed us year-round rates, which means more savings for Alaskans- including Alaskan partners with properties & options in warmer climates like Florida and Hawai’i.  Alaskans are realizing we do more than just bring in tourists, but we also have made travel planning even easier & more affordable, which us to stay open year round!

The seasonal pivot between locals & tourists has really made the difference for us.

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Every summer Denali Hostel & Cabins, along with our sister companies, welcomes guests from around the world. We actively promote our shared and private accommodation both domestically and internationally but cannot thrive without the support of local Alaskan consumers and partners. 

Many Alaskans have not visited Denali. This fact might surprise you. Folks have either put it off year after year in favor of traveling to the lower 48 or are just new arrivals. We’d like to change that!

It is really satisfying to host and show the Denali area off to Alaskans from Anchorage and other parts of the state who haven’t visited our great wilderness. Whether it’s knowing our guests are comfortable at our cozy accommodations, sending them off on an e-bike adventure from Chain Lynx Bike Shop, picking them up from the train depot with our Sheep Shuttle service, or guiding them to capture the photographs of a lifetime with Denali Photo Guides.

Local Alaskans end up being the best ambassadors for Denali and Alaska on the whole, inviting their out-of-state friends and family to visit our great state. Once they know the splendor of Denali, they come back themselves to visit! 

Denali Hostel & Cabins also works very closely with other Alaskan-run small businesses, who are our neighbors. Our management and staff frequent those businesses throughout the season. We also make bookings and recommend these nearby businesses to our guests. This creates a wonderful synergy in our little ‘neighborhood’ of Carlo Creek. Our neighbors are very important to us.

It’s not just a good idea to “shop local” only to support the local economy but because these Alaskans provide the best goods and services. They understand the lay of the land, what comes with this territory, and what it takes to live and thrive here. When our guests experience the best that Denali has to offer, they eat at locally-run cafes, restaurants, and coffee shops and get the best excursions and activities from locally-run outfitters.

We love and are grateful to our Alaskan guests and welcome them with open arms. We appreciate their business and their openness to embrace their home state and our local culture and businesses. Traveling closer to home is also greener. Anytime we avoid air travel we’re lowering our carbon footprint. We also offer promos to Alaska residents because we know it can be difficult to find affordable lodging and activities during the summer tourism season. Alaskans and military personnel based in Alaska can use promo code SHOWUP4AK for discounts at all of our sister companies.

We are working hard to help Alaska prosper while respecting the ecology and natural beauty here as well as acknowledging the original stewards of this land we love. Denali is at the intersection of the traditional lands of five different native groups: the Ahtna, Dena’ina, Koyukon, Upper Kuskokwim, and Tanana peoples.

We hope to see even more Alaskans at Denali Hostel in the coming years!

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