James R. Johnsen

Alaska Communications Systems Group, Inc. engages in the provision of fiber broadband and managed information technology (IT) services. It offers technology and service enabled customer solutions to business and wholesale customers in and out of Alaska. The firm's products and services include broadband, voice and managed IT, access, and high cost support and carrier termination services. The company was founded by James H. Huesgen and Wayne P. Graham in October 1998 and is headquartered in Anchorage, AK.

Southport Partners LP provides financial services. It offers investment banking services such as valuations, capital for fund managers, strategic partnerships, private placements of capital, and mergers and acquisitions. The company was founded in 1986 and is headquartered in Southport, CT.

Johnsen Fretty & Co. LLC provides investment bank assisting services. The private company is based in Stamford, CT.

Doyon Ltd. engages in the development and exploration natural resources products. It operates in engineering, drilling operations, remote camp services, and security services. It also engages in oil and gas exploration, government contracting and tourism, among others. It was founded in 1971 and is headquartered in Fairbanks, AK.

The Alaska State Chamber of Commerce is an organization dedicated to improving the business environment in Alaska. The organization partners with the Greater Juneau Chamber of Commerce to host a weekly Business Roundtable Luncheon during the legislative session, where speakers address key issues facing the state and local economies. The non-profit company is based in Juneau, AK. The Chamber represents hundreds of businesses from various regions in Alaska that share a common goal of making the state a viable and competitive place to do business. The Chamber hosts events and advocates for policies that benefit the local and state economies. The Alaska Chamber also supports the Alaska Business Political Action Committee, which provides an opportunity for individuals interested in the future of business to contribute to worthy candidates for the State Legislature, the office of Lieutenant Governor, and the office of Governor.

Commonwealth North engages in educate Alaskans on significant public policy issues and assist in identifying effective solutions. The company was founded by Governors Bill Egan and Walter Hickel in 1979 and is headquartered in Anchorage, AK.

University of Alaska System operates as a holding company with interests in providing educational and research institution that offers academic programs, degrees, and certificates in the arts and sciences. The firm consists of three main universities, each with several satellite campuses in smaller communities. The company was founded in 1917 and is headquartered in Fairbanks, AK.