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THE EXPERTISE AND VERSATILITY TO MOVE PROJECTS FORWARD
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MESSAGE FROM AMA’S PRESIDENT
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU IN FAIRBANKS! AMA's 2026 Fairbanks Conference and Trade Show will be held April 6-10 at the Carlson Center in Fairbanks. Make your plans now to attend!
KINROSS GIVES TO COMMUNITY FUND The Manh Choh Community Fund, a charitable fund established through a $1 million legacy gift from Kinross Alaska, will support priorities in eight Alaska communities.
Dave Larimer is the new president of your Alaska Miners Association for 2026-27. Read more about his thoughts on our bright future.
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IN-DEPTH WITH AWARD WINNERS AMA honored the best and brightest among our Alaska mining community at our awards banquet in November. Here are their stories.
ALASKA MINING & BUSINESS SERVICE DIRECTORY See the Newest Alaska Mining Business and Service Directory, the companies and individuals serving our vital industry.
ALASKA MINING'S VALUABLE IMPACT The McKinley Research Group again delivers valuable insights into how our industry supports Alaska’s economy. See the full annual report from 2025.
EDITORIAL CALENDAR Spring 2026 | Project Updates Summer 2026 | People in Mining
ALASKA MINERS ASSOCIATION STAFF Deantha Skibinski, Executive Director Jennifer Luiten, Membership & Fundraising Director Carin Currier, Projects & Communications Manager Darlene Strickland, Bookkeeper/Membership The Alaska Miner Magazine is published in partnership with the Alaska Miners Association by Fireweed Strategies LLC, 4849 Potter Crest Circle, Anchorage, AK 99516.
The Alaska Miner is dedicated to those who work in and support the mining industry in Alaska, its commitment to the people, and resources of our state. Our magazine is published quarterly and delivered to both the members of the Alaska Miners Association and to key decision makers and leaders in Alaska and beyond. Our goal is to educate, advocate and lead our industry as one of the strongest, oldest and most productive corporate citizens in Alaska. AMA’s mission is to promote responsible mineral development in Alaska.
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Fall 2026 | Annual Anchorage Convention Winter 2027 | Legislative and Season Preview
EXECUTIVE BOARD Dave Larimer, President
Houston Morris, First Vice President Jason Hart, Second Vice President
At TOTE, every shipment carries more than cargo - it carries momentum. With longer gate hours, reliable three-day transit, and the fastes turn-times in the market, we keep Alaska moving on schedule. Our award-winning customer experience means fewer delays, smoother handoffs, and people who know your business. Because for us, excellence isn’t a goal — it’s a responsibility.
BRANCH CHAIRMEN Victor Ross, Anchorage Ethan Trickey, Denali Vanessa Larimer, Fairbanks Jan Hill, Haines Jason Hart, Juneau Houston Morris, Kenai Blake Bogart, Nome Robert Fithian, Ketchikan/Prince of Wales
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THE ALASKA MINER - THE MAGAZINE OF THE ALASKA MINERS ASSOCIATION
WINTER 2026 | ALASKAMINERS.ORG
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