PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE

Dear Chamber Members,

We are less than two weeks into January and already Kodiak is abuzz with change. For many, change can be stressful. After all, uncertainty often looms. As daunting or uncomfortable as change may seem, it can also be a catalyst for growth and new opportunities. Embracing change allows us to break free from routine, adapt to new circumstances, and discover our true potential. It fosters resilience, encourages innovation, and can lead to unforeseen paths that enrich our lives. By welcoming change, we can transform challenges into steppingstones and create a future filled with possibilities.

During seasons of change, I encourage you to focus on what good can come from the change that is before you and what lessons you can learn when things get hard. There are silver linings in so many situations that we can’t always easily see.

As we catapult into 2025, I challenge you to live by this mantra: See the good.

All the best,

Sara Fraser

President

Kodiak Chamber of Commerce

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR'S MESSAGE

Dear Chamber Members,

I’d like to start with a warm welcome to our newest Chamber Members: Friends By The Ocean, Whitespace 3D, Wild Kodiak Seafoods, Emerald Isle Aesthetics, and Water’s Edge Marine. Thank you for joining the Chamber and your support of all that we do.

I hope that your year is off to a positive start. Whether it's on the personal front or at work, January is one of my favorite months of the year because it is a time for new beginnings, for focusing on how we can be better versions of ourselves, cleaning out the old, moving forward with new projects and in big or small ways starting over and making improvements but it is also means that with each day we get a little more daylight back and that is truly exciting.

We are halfway through the month and the Chamber team is focused intently on the Chamber’s upcoming events for the first half of the year. Ericka is working on putting together our 2025 Relocation Guide, please reach out to her if would still like to be a part of this publication. Last night we held a Business After Hours at A Balanced Approach and we will host a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony on Friday, January 31^st at Sound Mental Health!

This past Wednesday the 15th, during our Board Meeting, Board Member Emily Stewart drew our Winter Holiday Raffle Winners! Congratulations to Larry Pestrikoff, Mary Guilas Hawver, Tiffancy Cachola, Lee Krause, Alex Kompkoff and Zachary Bertram!!! Thank you to everyone that purchased tickets! Our next raffle will be for Crab Fest 2025 this spring. While we’re on the subject of Crab Fest, our Committee chose “It’s Otter Chaos” as our theme for Crab Fest 2025 and our logo contest winner is Artist and former Kodiak kid, Jeannie Watkins, the poster contest winner is Alaskan Artist Tara Cox. We are excited to pick our 2025 Crab Fest Merchandise over the next couple of weeks and to have Crab Fest Vendor Registration up and running at the end of the month.

ComFish Vendor & Attendee Registration is open and you can go to comfishak.com to sign up now. Currently the ComFish Committee is busy working on the content for the forums. Vendor booth space has been filling up pretty quickly. We look forward to hosting ComFish Alaska 2025 in the Kodiak Marketplace April 15th -17th, this year it will be Tuesday through Thursday.

We just opened up ticket sales for “We Applaud You” our annual Coast Guard Appreciation Dinner, you can purchase them through the link in this newsletter or go to kodiakchamber.org and click through to the link to purchase. This year the dinner will be held on Base Kodiak at the Golden Anchor on Friday, February 21^st.

As you scroll through our newsletter you’ll see flyers for a couple of events this weekend, the Kodiak Arts Council’s Guitar Night at the Gerald C. Wilson Auditorium on Saturday and Koniag & KANA bring you Russian New Year’s “Praznyk” at the Elks Lodge on Sunday. For this month's featured Members you'll need to click to view the entire newsletter to read this month's three articles from member businesses that we find perfect to start out the new year with, A Balanced Approach, KANA, and Kodiak Athletic Club.

If you would like to get more involved in the Chamber you can join a committee or attend our Small Business Collaboration Group next month on February 10^th, we’ll meet for lunch in the Chamber conference room at 11:30. Please reach out to Ericka, Linda or I if you have questions about how you can get more involved with the the Chamber.

Thank you for your continued support of the Chamber, our programs, and your membership!

Warm Regards,

Ellen Simeonoff, Executive Director, Kodiak Chamber of Commerce

Coast Guard Appreciation Dinner Sponorship Options

We want you to be part of the action! Sponsorships for our upcoming events, including the Coast Guard Appreciation Dinner on February 21st, are now available.

Member Dinner Sponsor ($2,500): Your logo on meal tickets & buffet table, plus social media, event signage, slideshow, program.
Cake Sponsor ($850): Your logo at the cake table, social media, event signage, slideshow, program
Program Sponsor ($600): Dedicated acknowledgment in the program, verbal acknowledgment during the event, and logo on event signage.
Welcome Sponsor ($225): Your logo on welcome banners, event signage, and programs.

Email CRD Today

Purchase Tickets to the

2025 Coast Guard Appreciation Dinner

Click on the graphic below to purchase dinner tickets now.

Coast Guard Appreciation Dinner

LOCATION

The Golden Anchor, Coast Guard Base

DATE AND TIME

01/17/25 5:00pm - 02/14/25 10:00pm US/Alaska

Enjoy a delicious meal, appetizers from local businesses, and drinks, all while fostering the bond between the USCG and our community.

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I Can't Make It

I'll Be There

ComFish Vendor Registration

Now Open

Click Here to Register Today

Kodiak Crab Fest Vendor Registration Coming Soon!

Will open by January 31st!!

Congratulations! To Poster & Logo Contest Winners!

Theme Winner: It's Otter Chaos

Poster Artist: Tara Cox

Logo Artist: Jeannie Watkins

List Your Event on the Chamber Calendar

📆Stay in the know with our Chamber Calendar! Use it to see what’s happening around Kodiak and ensure your event doesn’t overlap with others. It’s a great way to plan ahead and boost community engagement. Check it out today and add your events to keep everyone in the loop!

Email Your Event

Sound Mental Health Ribbon Cutting Celebration

Please join us Friday, January 31st at 5:30 at 104 Center St. Suite 201 A to welcome newly opened business in Kodiak ! Come meet their staff and counselors, there will be door prizes, refreshments, hors d'oeuvres, split the pot and more!

Koniag - KANA Russian New Year Praznyk

KPLA Book Sort - Saturday, January 18th

International Guitar Night

Kodiak Arts Council--Saturday January 18th!

International Guitar Night is a world-renowned celebration of exceptional guitar artistry! This year’s lineup features:

Sönke Meinen (Germany): Genre-blending innovator

Niwel Tsumbu (DR Congo/Ireland): Congolese percussive master

Alexandra Wittingham (Britain): Dynamic classical and contemporary guitarist

Lulo Reinhardt (Germany): Latin Swing virtuoso

Don’t miss this unforgettable evening of global music!

Saturday, January 18th at 7:30pm.

Beat the box office lines! Online ticket sales close one hour before the start of performance.

Get your tickets now at: Clicking Here

Small Business Collaboration Group

Next Meeting Monday, February 10th, 2025 @ 11:30 am

The Chamber's Small Business Collaboration Group's next meeting is set for Monday, January 13th, at 11:30 am with lunch provided in the Chamber conference room. Look for an upcoming email invitation. Email ellen@kodiakchamber.org if you'd like to attend in person or via zoom.

The Group's mission is to support an environment of success for small business through collaboration, communication, and education.

Monthly Chamber Board Meeting in February

Wednesday, February 19th
11:30 am
Kodiak Chamber Conference Room

Non Profit Network Meeting in February

Come Attend!

2nd Wednesday February 12th
1:00 pm
Kodiak Public Library

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This group is open to Kodiak nonprofit executive directors, program managers, and staff members. Kodiak Nonprofit Network has been meeting regularly for over 30 years.

We support each other, we collaborate, we ask for help or ideas. Please share program updates, local issues, funding opportunities, questions, and anything else that pertains to nonprofit life.

KRAA Request for Proposals – Strategic Planning (2025-2026)

The Kodiak Regional Aquaculture Association (KRAA) is seeking proposals from qualified contractors for strategic planning services to be completed during the 2025-2026 calendar years. While KRAA has sent direct solicitations for responses, they are also reaching out to chambers of commerce and other organizations to connect with prospective contractors.

Click Here to learn more.

Featured Business -- A Balanced Approach

As we kick off the new year, many of us are setting goals for better health and fitness. Whether you're already a gym regular or just starting your fitness journey, January offers a fresh start to focus on well-being. At A Balanced Approach, we believe in making fitness goals achievable and sustainable. In this article, we'll explore how to stay on track with your health and fitness resolutions, avoid burnout, and celebrate every step toward a healthier you. Let's dive into the simple yet effective steps to make this year your healthiest yet!

New Year, Healthier You: Simple Steps to Stick to Your Fitness Goals...click below to read the full article.

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Kodiak Area Native Association

Staying active is vital for both your physical and mental well-being, but with busy schedules and workplace demands, it’s easy to let movement take a back seat. KANA reminds us that incorporating even small amounts of activity into our daily routines can reduce stress, improve mental clarity, and prevent various health issues. In this article, KANA shares simple strategies to help you stay active, overcome common barriers, and make movement a natural part of your workday. Let’s prioritize health together—one step at a time!

Ways to Move at Work...click below to read the full article.

Kodiak Athletic Club

Start your fitness journey with a goal in mind and the chance to win a FREE 1-year membership to Kodiak Athletic Club! 💪

Lindsay from Kodiak Athletic Club explains the power of having a time frame: "If someone commits to getting in shape in 2025 but doesn’t have a set deadline, the odds of success are much lower. With our contest, they have until April 15th to give it their all—and many of our participants have achieved great success!"

This contest has helped countless individuals reach their fitness goals, and now it’s your turn! Get inspired by last year’s winner (see photos) and join the contest for your shot at a year of fitness, motivation, and support at Kodiak Athletic Club.

Contest Details:

Prize: Free 1-year membership to Kodiak Athletic Club
Deadline: April 15, 2025
How to Enter: Contact Lindsay

Don’t wait—start your transformation today! Click HERE for details

#KodiakFitness #TransformationContest #FitnessGoals #KAC2025

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Member Job Postings

KANA: Human Resources Director

Strong Solutions: Caregiver NOW OPEN

Kodiak Chamber of Commerce: Financial & Organizational Assistant

KIHA: Senior Accountant, Facilities Laborer, Housing Advisor

Click Here for open positions on the Chamber Website.

Job Posting Details

POST YOUR JOB ON THE CHAMBER WEBSITE

Email us your job listing and we can share them on our online Job Board, post them on our social media, and include them in our monthly e-newsletter. You can also easily upload your job listings through the Member Portal yourself. We can provide you with data on how many views your job postings receive.

Contact the Chamber office for more details! 907-486-5557 or email chamber@kodiakchamber.org.

Chamber News & Views

Contact Ericka to share what's happening at your business through Chamber News & Views!

Chamber News & Views is a weekly, two-minute, pre-recorded radio segment that airs on KVOK & HOT 101.1

Each segment spotlights one of our local Chamber Members and is recorded at the KVOK studio.

What is Discussed? Maybe you have a sale coming up, or a new menu, or want to let the community know about a new feature, event or changes at your business. 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.

How Do I Get Started? Contact us, via email, stop by the office, or call (907) 486-5557 to schedule an interview by calling the Chamber office.

Membership Portal

Access Your Membership Portal!

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! Login to your member portal or call (907) 486-5557 or email chamber@kodiakchamber.org to get your online portal set up today!

Alaska Small Business Development Center

Visit https://aksbdc.org/ for more On Demand Workshops and More!

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Workshops & On-Demand Classes

Combating Fraud & Identity Theft
Creating a Compelling Commercialization Plan
Avoiding Security Disasters for Small Businesses
SBA Loans & What the Lender Requires
Digital Marketing Trends
Beginner's Guide Sell Your Products on Etsy
Credit It is that important
ADA Law What Businesses Should Know
Financial Health of Your Business
Anatomy of Modern Websites
Bookkeeping Basics
Creating Financial Projections for your Business Plan
Developing a Marketing/Sales Strategy
How to get a Business License in Alaska

Health Care for Chamber Members

As a Chamber Member, you and your employees have access to excellent health care insurance. Participation is available through Associated Industries, whose mission is to provide comprehensive healthcare products to Alaska employers at affordable prices.

Please email us for more information.

New & Renewing Members

THANK YOU TO OUR RENEWING MEMBERS

Kodiak Auto Detailing,
NET Systems,
Next Step Dance Kodiak,
Daniels Fine Jewelry,
Great Alaskan Flooring,
Real Broker Alaska,
Radar Alaska,
Resilient Fisheries,
RTS Auto,
Wildflower Kodiak,
Kodiak Marine Supply,
Wells Fargo,
Hospice of Kodiak,
Kodiak Lions Club,
Friend Contractors,
Senator Stevens,
Larsen Properties,
Kodiak Harvest Food Co-Op,
Puffin Vacation Rentals,
Norman’s Fine Gifts,
Edward Jones Investments,
Kodiak Military History Museum,
Ardinger’s & Co,
Midtown Autorepair Services,
Alaska Pacific Seafoods,
Honey Salon,
A Balanced Approach,
Alaska Housing Finance Corp,
Cliff Point Estates,
Grand Slam Toys & Games,
Kodiak Car Rentals,
Kodiak Island Brewing & Still,
Geiger NW Deb Main,
United Fisherman’s Marketing Association
Kiwanis Club of Kodiak

Welcome New Members: Water's Edge Marine, Whitespace 3d, Wild Kodiak Seafoods, Sound Mental Health, Emerald Isle Aesthetics & Friends By The Ocean.

If we missed you , we sincerely apologize. Please let us know.

New & Renewing Pike Sponsors

If you're interested in becoming a PIKE Sponsor let us know.

Reach out to Ellen at

907-486-5557 or email: ellen@kodiakchamber.org.

Chamber Strategic Plan

THANK YOU TO OUR PIKE SPONSORS

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