Juneau Economic Development Council NEWS | May 2024 | |
Congratulations Graduating Class of 2024! | |
The Alaska Angel Conference | |
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The Alaska Angel Conference (AAC) increases the number of angel investors in our statewide startup ecosystem by pairing experienced angel investors with novice investors and leading them through a structured 12-week process of identifying, filtering, selecting, and managing a group angel investment. In the process, they help nurture the companies and mentor the founders who apply for funding and award a $100k+ investment into one of the startups that apply. JEDC is the co-manager of the 2024 Alaska Angel Conference investment fund, which gathers Alaskan investors to invest in Alaskan companies.
We would like to congratulate Montis Corporation who won the investment prize of $150k. Montis LLC is a startup that has hardware and software solutions to improve weather monitoring for aviation to remote areas.
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Juneau Maritime Festival Raffle | |
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Grand Prize Winner – Two (2) AK Air Round-Trip Tickets
WINNER: Matthew Thompson (Ticket #930)
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Second Prize Winner – Two (2) Whale Watch and Lighthouse Tour Tickets
WINNER: Sue Johnson (Ticket #624)
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Third Prize Winner - Framed Maritime Print
WINNER: Cora McMillian (Ticket #681)
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We had a great turn out at the Juneau Maritime Festival! Thank you all who supported JMF by buying a raffle ticket. The official drawing was held on May 21, 2024 at JEDC | |
Investor of the Month: Alaska Airlines | |
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JEDC Investor Program
The JEDC Investor Program offers comprehensive and consistent marketing. By joining the JEDC Investor Program, your organization will be recognized on all JEDC presentations, collateral materials, websites, and monthly newsletters.
Investment levels range from $350 to $10,000+ with increasing benefits.
Best of all, your investment supports economic development programming in Juneau and beyond!
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Since 1995, we have been providing IT solutions for small businesses. Hansen Gress is changing how businesses approach technology.
We think IT support should be better, and we are building a support product that raises the bar every year. Our clients have learned to set their sights high, but most other small businesses are still settling for less.
Hansen Gress clients enjoy being able to raise their expectations for performance year-after-year. Customers have learned that Hansen Gress will deliver. We have identified the following as key components to success: providing help right when you need it, truly reliable systems, honest and professional staff, zero data loss, and a well-engineered service that just keeps expanding.
Expect Better.
We are actively hiring for several positions. Think you might fit in the company? Send us (careers@hansengress.com) your resume!
As a company that is growing quickly, we are frequently in search of new people to add to our team.
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2024 JEDC STEM Summer Camps | |
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Registration for JEDC's STEM Summer Camps are now open! Join the fun this summer and gain valuable skills and knowledge at the same time. Grade levels are based on the grade the camper is entering into in the fall.
Secure your spot today before they are all gone!
All cancellations incur a $30 administrative fee. Otherwise, registration can be fully refunded up to two weeks prior to the session. Within two weeks, refunds are only possible if we can fill the spot off the waitlist.
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Join us for technical trades camp, exploring careers needed in Juneau! Experience hands-on learning and see behind-the-scenes with our industry partners, and learn about the many apprenticeships, internships, and job opportunities right here in your own hometown.
Only fifteen (15) spots available!
- Dates and location -TBD
- Students entering grades 8-11.
- Lunch, snacks, and bus transportation will be provided.
- Camps are “Pay as you can.”
Registration Opening SOON!
Follow us for updates!
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JEDC is now hiring two Camp Instructors for Summer 2024!
Successful candidates can expect to work 30-40 hours/week from June 3 through August 2 with paid training and paid preparation time. In addition to a dedicated camp instructor, each camp will also be supported by a team of experienced summer camp counselors available to assist the instructor and to work directly with the students.
This online application will allow you to select preferences for age groups and scheduling with accommodations available for existing travel commitments. All interested parties with experience instructing youth (e.g., teachers, paraeducator, coaches, counselors) are encouraged to apply!
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FIRST® DIVE presented by Qualcomm
Bring STEM inspiration, holistic skill building, and fun to your classroom or after-school learning environment with collaborative problem solving during our ocean-themed 2024-2025 robotics season.
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We are actively seeking sponsors for our Summer Camps. Our sponsors help keep camps accessible to all who wish to participate. Interested in sponsoring? Click the link below.
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Help us welcome our newest "Friends of Downtown" Members!
- Aaron Corcoran
- Dale Cotton
- Ricky Deising
- Pascale Hawkins
- Nancy Hemenway
- Philip & Stephanie Lawlor
- Shannon Mccain
- Daryl Miller
- Tara Parks
- Tracey Ricker
- Patrick Shanley
- Sally Smith
- Benjamin Stixrud
- Alissa Jayne Subialdea
- James Tabinski
- Cole Wilburn
This important membership is for individuals who support the Downtown Business Association and businesses in Juneau! Would you like to support Downtown business? Join as a "Friend of Downtown" TODAY!
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Economic Indicators: Maritime Stats | | |
Check out the 2023 edition of our Juneau and Southeast Alaska Economic Indicators Report exploring trends in employment and earnings, demographics, education, construction, business and industry, and more! | |
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This data represents Juneau's gross tourism related sales by business category and gives us insights into the changing landscape of the local economy in Juneau. Here is a summary of the data:
2017:
- Hotels and motels: 35,603
- Bars: 10,581
- Restaurants: 63,375
- Air transportation and freight: 48,683
- Taxicab and bus: 8,925
- Car rentals: 5,207
- Tour providers and travel agencies: 85,578
- Jewelry shops and art galleries: 36,129
- Curio and gift shops: 17,068
- Photography stores: 153
- Total: 311,302
2022:
- Hotels and motels: 53,740
- Bars: 19,358
- Restaurants: 82,398
- Air transportation and freight: 23,005
- Taxicab and bus: 6,552
- Car rentals: 8,493
- Tour providers and travel agencies: 119,555
- Jewelry shops and art galleries: 45,036
- Curio and gift shops: 9,780
- Photography stores: 321
- Total: 368,238
This data is from CBJ's Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR)
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Southeast Regional Eldercare Coalition | |
Bringing eldercare providers from across SE Alaska together to problem solve mutual issues, share program information & be a collaborative force for change. | |
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The UAS course HS193 Direct Support Professional is a certification course that fulfills the State of Alaska SDS requirements. It covers topics like life span development, person centered care, and hands-on care procedures. The course is delivered through online learning and offers one-week in-person instruction at UAS Sitka Campus.
The SREC Summit: Reconnecting the Community is being planned for September and October.
Additionally, a website is being created to support workforce development for DSP/healthcare employment and assist families and elders in accessing benefits and support.
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Linda Carneiro
Program Assistant
AK - ARPA Program and SEABIA
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Linda is a Program Assistant at JEDC.
Born and raised in Rhode Island, she has lived in Central America and several states along the east coast. An English teacher for almost 20 years, she decided that it was time for a new adventure and accepted a teaching position in northern Alaska. Lured by her passion for nature and new challenges, she and her partner decided to move out of Juneau and into the wilderness of Taku River. Living off-the-grid, she works remotely from her cabin.
Hobbies and interests include outdoor adventures, dancing, traveling, and spending as much time as possible with her children and grandkids.
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JEDC encourages shopping locally and supporting local charities through the Local Change feature of the Local Frequency app.
Did you know Fred Meyer will donate to a charity of your choice when you shop with them?
Did you also know you can support STEM education in Juneau through the Alaska Development Corporation, a 501c3 Charity affiliated with JEDC? Choose Alaska Development Corporation via Fred Meyers or Local Frequency and support wonderful Juneau programs!
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Fred Meyer offers a Community Rewards program. When you shop with your Fred Meyer's reward card they will donate to a non-profit or charity of your choice! To support STEM and FIRST Robotics, including our STEM Summer Camp programs, make sure you choose Alaska Development Corporation for your donations.
How to opt in:
- Visit www.fredmeyer.com.
- Sign in or create an account.
- Click on "My Account".
- Click on "My Community Rewards".
- Search for "Alaska Development Corporation". Or your favorite Alaska non-profit!
- Click "Enroll".
Your purchases well help donate to our wonderful Juneau programs.
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Local Change is a feature in the Local Frequency app that allows users to opt in to round up their Local Frequency purchases to donate to a non-profit of their choice.
How to opt in:
- Download the Local Frequency app.
- Go to "More"
- Click on "Setup Local Change"
- Choose "Alaska Development Program" or a local non-profit of your choice.
- Choose a round up amount.
- Start Local Change
Your purchases well help donate to our wonderful Juneau programs.
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Creating more childcare capacity in Juneau by assisting new or existing
childcare providers to access, improve or expand the physical infrastructure needed to deliver a quality childcare program to more families.
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Southeast Alaska Revolving Loan Fund | If you have a project that will create or retain jobs in Southeast Alaska, Juneau Economic Development Council could be the lender you've been looking for. | | | | |
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BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Garrett Schoenberger, Chair
Chancellor Aparna Palmer, Vice-Chair
Aaron Morrison, Treasurer
Melissa Kookesh, Secretary
Jake Carpenter
Trenton English
Marc Guevarra
Alexander Kotlarov
Brian Kleinhenz
Jill Weitz
Mayor Beth Weldon
Ella Adkison, Assembly Liaison
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JEDC's FIVE AREAS OF FOCUS
- Help Make Juneau a Great (Capital) City
- Strengthen Key Regional Industries
- Develop Talent
- Promote Entrepreneurship & Small Business Development
- Deliver Economic Services
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We invite you to invest in Juneau by becoming a JEDC Investor. Show your support of the work done to advance Juneau and Southeast Alaska's economy.
Supporting JEDC impacts the long-term economic success of Alaska's Capital City while creating a business climate that bolsters your business or organization.
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Brian Holst
Executive Director
Juneau Economic Development Council
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