Awards

• Must be a resident of the City & Borough of Juneau, Alaska
• May be an individual, couple, or group
• Must not be actively campaigning for political office at the time of nomination
• Awards are in recognition of demonstrated community service

2022-Dick & Candy Behrends

2021- Holly Johnson & Laura McDonnell

2020- Geoff & Marcy Larson

2019- Hayden Garrison

2018- Kirby Day

2017- John McConnochie

2016- Kris Sell

2015- Bruce Denton

2014-Wayne Jensen

2013- Jim Wilcox Sr.

2012- George Elgee, Bob Rehfeld, & Max Mertz

2011- Merrill Sanford

2010-Richard Burns

2009- Richard Knapp2008 Robert Martin

2007- Linda Thomas

2006- Dr. Bob Urata

2005- Bob Jacobson

2004- Ken Koelsch

2003- PeggyAnn McConnochie

2002- Win Gruening

2001- Dennis Egan

2000- Jerry Harmon

1999- John Sandor

1998- George Davidson

1997- Charlotte Richards

1996- Larraine Derr

1995- Rosemary Hagevig

1994- Jamie Parsons

1993- Beverly Dorsher and Marilyn Freymueller

1992- Ladd Macaulay

1991- Phil Holdsworth

1990- Don Abel

1989- Bruce Bowler

1988- J. Allan MacKinnon

1987- Bob Garrison

1986- Rudy Ripley

1985- Bill Corbus

1984- Felix Toner

1983- Bill Overstreet and Jim Clark

1982- Errol Champion

1981- Fred Eastaugh

1980- Bob DeArmond

1979- Bud Boddy

1978- Bill Flint

1977- Dr. Henry I. Akiyama

• Must be a resident of the City & Borough of Juneau, Alaska
• May be an individual, couple, or group
• Must not be actively campaigning for political office at the time of nomination
• Awards are in recognition of demonstrated community service
•  Nominee must have demonstrated many years of outstanding community service

2022- Jerry Harmon

2022- Rosemary Hagevig

2021- Bruce Denton

2020- Kathy Rudd & Neil Atkinson

2019- Jim & Mary Becker

2018- Steve & Jean Sztuk, Senator Dennis Egan

2017- Joe Kahklen 

2016- Paulette Simpson

2015- George Reifenstein

Fred G. Baxter

Judge Tom Stewart

Curt Shattuck

Joe Alter

Lloyd Johnson

Dr. Walter Sobeloff

Bill Hudson

John Sandor

Sandy Williams

2007- Bea Shepard & Claudia Kelsey

2006- Marie Darlin

Criteria:

1. Growth and Success: The business should have demonstrated significant growth and success over the past year, which may be measured by an increase in revenue, customer base, or market share.
2. Innovation: The business should have demonstrated innovation in its products, services, or business practices. This may include the development of new products, implementation of new technologies, or adoption of new marketing strategies.
3. Community Involvement: The business should have made a positive impact on the local community through charitable donations, volunteer work, or other means.
4. Environmental Stewardship: The business should have demonstrated a commitment to environmental sustainability through practices such as recycling, energy efficiency, or use of renewable resources.
5. Workplace Culture: The business should have a positive workplace culture that fosters employee satisfaction, productivity, and growth. This may be demonstrated through employee retention rates, employee surveys, or other means.
6. Industry Leadership: The business should have demonstrated leadership within its industry through participation in industry events, advocacy for the industry, or other means.

Requirement:

1. Location: To qualify for the award, the business must be located and operating in the state of Alaska. This ensures that the award is focused on businesses that are contributing to the local economy and community.
2. Years in operation: The business should have been in operation for a minimum of 2 years to demonstrate a track record of success and stability.
3. In good standing: The business must be in good standing with all regulatory bodies that oversee its operations, including state and federal agencies.
4. Positive reputation: The business must have a positive reputation in the local community, which may be demonstrated through customer reviews, testimonials, or other means.
5. Commitment to ethical business practices: The business should have a demonstrated commitment to ethical business practices, including compliance with all relevant laws and regulations, and a commitment to fair and honest dealings with customers, suppliers, and employees.

These requirements help ensure that the award is given to businesses that meet certain minimum standards of performance, reputation, and ethics, and that have demonstrated a commitment to the local community and economy.