Industry Events
Visit Anchorage hosts regular events covering a variety of topics — from marketing and public relations to product packaging, industry insights, and more. Hear from national experts, community leaders, Visit Anchorage leadership and other members. Dive into market research, get a sneak peek at upcoming community events and projects, or learn about the latest industry initiatives. Gain knowledge from event organizers, economists, or professional travel writers. Catch a comprehensive workshop focused on future independent travelers, or hear answers to all your visitor industry questions. Most opportunities are in-person, with select presentations virtual.
Visit our member event calendar to RSVP for upcoming events. Can’t attend in person? Bookmark this page: Recorded events are posted below and available on-demand. Have a topic, questions, or suggestion for a future webinar? Contact our membership team.
July Membership Luncheon: I Love The Chugach
Hear the latest news, upcoming plans, and insider insights from one of Anchorage’s...
May Membership Luncheon: Midyear Marketing & Sales Update
Hear about the marketing, promotions, and sales work that fills Anchorage for the...
March Membership Luncheon: With David Reichbach
Hear David Reichbach, Vice President of Development at Future Partners, share dynamic...
February Membership Luncheon: 2024 Report to the Community
Visit Anchorage CEO and President Julie Saupe shared 2023 stats, 2024 trends, and...
December Membership Luncheon
Alaska historian David Reamer showcases Alaska in Movies and explores pop-culture...
November Membership Luncheon
Hear from Amy Spargo, Mandy Mitchell, and Cheryl Metiva, about this this premier...
October Membership Luncheon: Alaska Airlines
Alaska Airlines managing director Scott Habberstad provided an update on the airline.
August Membership Luncheon: Downtown Developments with Mark Begich and Schawna Thoma
Hear an overview of downtown projects currently in the works.
July Membership Luncheon: Career Catalysts: Education Partners for Workforce
Three speakers from local programs help create stronger connections to jobs for...
May Membership Luncheon: Cruise Lines International Association Alaska
Listen to Lanie Downs from Cruise Lines International Association Alaska give insight...
March Membership Luncheon: 35 Years in the Making | The Next Generation of the PAC
Hear updates from Codie Costello with the Alaska Center for the Performing Arts for...
February Membership Luncheon: 2023 Report to the Community
The annual Report to the Community presented by President & CEO Julie Saupe. Hear an...
December Membership Luncheon: VIC Volunteer Appreciation & Hilltop Ski Area Updates
Visit Anchorage honored the Visitor Information Center volunteers and staff, plus a...
November Membership Luncheon: Trends in Tourism + Visit Anchorage's 2023-26 Strategic Plan
Twenty31's Greg Klassen gave a presentation on trends in tourism.
October Membership Luncheon: Winter and Year-Round Tourism Promotion
Keynote Speakers Lilly Kelly and David Kasser highlight Anchorage’s year-round...
September Membership Luncheon: Celebrating our Unity
The Alaska Federation of Natives discuss the 2022 AFN Convention, "Celebrating our...
August 2022 Membership Luncheon: State of the Workforce with Nolan Klouda
Nolan Klouda, Executive Director at the University of Alaska Center for Economic...
July 2022 Membership Luncheon: Contrasting Fortunes for Tourism
Chase Oeser, Senior Business Development Executive with STR, shares current trends...
June 2022 Membership Luncheon: Anchorage Tees Up a USGA Championship
Hear how Anchorage is preparing for the 60th U.S. Senior Women’s Amateur Championship...
April 2022 Membership Luncheon: Setting a Stage for Success
Gather the tools and resources to help your business weather future storms: Learn...
March 2022 Membership Luncheon: Tourism Partners, For Good
Learn about opportunities for your business to engage as a community partner through...
Visit Anchorage 2022 Report to the Community
Join Visit Anchorage President and CEO Julie Saupe for the annual Report to the...
December Membership Luncheon ft. Economist Neal Fried
Alaska Economist Neal Fried speaks at Visit Anchorage's Monthly Membership Luncheon...
November Membership Luncheon with Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport Manager Jim Szczesniak
November Membership Luncheon with Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport Manager Jim Szczesniak
Join Visit Anchorage for an update from Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport...
October Membership Luncheon with Mayor Dave Bronson and ACDA Executive Director Mike Robbins
Join Visit Anchorage to hear Mayor Dave Bronson and Anchorage Community Development...
September Membership Luncheon: What Happened? A Summer 2021 Hot Take
Take stock of summer 2021, and find out how Anchorage's season compared to other...
May Membership Webinar: Traveler Insights From Destination Analysts
Learn about the current behaviors and perceptions of American travelers, plus taped...
April Membership Webinar: Report from the Visit Anchorage Communications Dept.
Explore the newly revamped Anchorage.net, learn about new business optimization tools...
February Membership Webinar: The Evolution of Downtown Anchorage
ACDA Executive Director Andrew Halcro presents on the evolution of downtown, recorded...
January Membership Webinar: An Update With Rob Urbach, Iditarod CEO
Iditarod CEO Rob Urbach shares changes and modifications implemented for the 2021...
2021 Visit Anchorage Report to Community
Visit Anchorage presents the annual Report to the Community, recorded Feb. 4, 2021.
The Fully Independent Traveler, Part 3: The Healthy Anchorage Pledge
Learn how the Healthy Anchorage Pledge prepares businesses for success, and helps...
The Fully Independent Traveler, Part 2: Marketing and Current Traveler Sentiment
Join Destination Analysts for a dive into the mindset of likely travelers and current...
The Fully Independent Traveler, Part 1: The Tour Operator Panel
Tour operators join a moderated panel discussion about what worked in 2020, and what...