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Anchorage Ambassadors – SOUTHSIDE

The Southside opens the doors to expanded trailheads, vibrant neighborhood paths, and strong community bonds, all set the breathtaking beauty of Anchorage’s vast landscapes.

Average Home Value: $608,567
Zip Code: 99516

Race & Ethnicity

White, Non-Hispanic: 73.78%
Black, Non-Hispanic: 2.83%
American Indian/Alaska Native: 5.62%
Asian: 4.62%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander, Non-Hispanic: 0%
Two or More Races, Non-Hispanic: 0.96%
Two or More Races, Hispanic: 0.96%

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Whitney Wigren

Whitney Wigren

Occupation: FBI Intelligence

Industry: Government

Age: 37

Born and Raised: Hillside and Southside

Ethnicity: Caucasian

Current Profession: FBI Intelligence

Currently Reside: Bayshore

I choose Anchorage because: of wonderful schools, community, cost of living, and outdoor adventures in our backyards.

Ralphie Quepons

Ralphie Quepons

Occupation: Owner operator European Car Service and Owner Rafelitos Taquiera

Industry: Manufacturing

Age: 47

Born and Raised: Tijuana Baja California & Anchorage

Ethnicity: Mexican

Current Profession: Owner/operator "European Car Service"

Currently Reside: Klatt

I choose Anchorage because: of the demand for service on German cars.

Nate Seymour

Nate Seymour

Occupation: Principal of Pacwest Consulting Group

Industry: Construction and Real Estate

Age: 38

Born and Raised: Southside

Ethnicity: Caucasian

Current Profession: Owner, Pacwest Consulting Group Construction and Real Estate Risk Management

Currently Reside: Southport/Girdwood

I choose Anchorage because: Anchorage will always be home from me. After spending 12 years working out of state, I'm very excited to move home and be able to provide my expertise help other local Alaskans in construction and real estate industries. Anchorage and Alaska as a whole has a lot to offer from a professional career standpoint. We are excited to raise our three sons here in Anchorage. The close proximity to outdoor recreation year-round is something we enjoy.

Miljan Durdev

Miljan Durdev

Occupation: Contractor and Owner of Dreamhome Construction, Food Vendor

Industry: Construction

Age: 39

Born and Raised: Serbia

Ethnicity: Serbian

Current Profession: Owner of Dream Home Construction, Boardwalk, Apolon LLC

Currently Reside: Arctic and Dimond

I choose Anchorage because: lots of opportunities and good people!

Lorena Blair

Lorena Blair

Occupation: Student Success Coach, Migrant Education

Industry: Indigenous and Public Education

Age: 39

Born and Raised: Anchorage, AK

Ethnicity: Caucasian, Aleut, Tsimshian, and Mojave

Current Profession: Student Success Coach

Currently Reside: Abbott Loop

I choose Anchorage because: this is where I was born and raised. My whole family is still here, and we are very close. I also love working for ASD and contributing to my community. It's great to be close to the outdoors. I love being involved with my culture, community, and sports teams in the Anchorage area.

Kiana Trupp

Kiana Trupp

Occupation: Real Estate Agent, Social Media and Marketing Partner

Industry: Professional & Business Services

Age: 22

Born and Raised: South Anchorage

Ethnicity: Alaska Native and Canadian

Current Profession: Realtor at Real Broker of Alaska, barista & social media manager for BB’s Coffee 

Currently Reside: South Anchorage

I choose Anchorage because: I love the people, community, energy, opportunities, and connections.

Jizel Mendoza

Jizel Mendoza

Occupation: Family Support Specialist

Industry: Professional & Business Services

Age: 36

Born and Raised: Airport Heights

Ethnicity: Dominician

Current Profession: Family Support Specialist, Help Me Grow Alaska (non-profit)

Currently Reside: Southside

I choose Anchorage because: I currently live in Anchorage and have been living here for 4 years after relocating from New Jersey in 2020. I grew up on the East side of town and have a passion for helping the youth in that district. My children are very involved in the South District, and it would be my honor to contribute back to the community that has poured so much into my children by advocating for them as well.

Garrett Potter

Garrett Potter

Occupation: Business Development Manager at Calista Corporation

Industry: Oil & Gas

Age: 35

Born and Raised: West Anchorage

Ethnicity: Caucasian

Current Profession: Business Development & Risk Manager at Nordic-Calista

Currently Reside: Southside

I choose Anchorage because: it provides access to amazing outdoor activities as well as excellent opportunities for those in oil & gas careers.

Danica Baldwin

Danica Baldwin

Occupation: Content creator, social influencer

Industry: Information, Professional & Business Services

Age: 36

Born and Raised: California and Anchorage

Ethnicity: Caucasian

Currently Reside: Southside

I choose Anchorage because: of the community, wide array of activities and things to do, great restaurants and it's central location.

Cynthia Romo

Cynthia Romo

Occupation: Spanish Immersion Teacher at Government Hill Elementary, ASD

Industry: Public Education

Age: 29

Born and Raised: Anchorage, Alaska and Jalostotitlan, Mexico

Ethnicity: Mexican, Hispanic

Currently Reside: Southside

I choose Anchorage because: it’s the best place to live. Anchorage is diverse and unique. Everyone here is friendly. Anchorage is secluded but you have everything you need. Anchorage has everything in one place nature, city life, and diversity. We have so many cultures and languages. Anchorage has a lot to offer.

Carrie Jokiel

Carrie Jokiel

Occupation: President & Owner of ChemTrack Alaska

Industry: Environmental and Construction Services

Age: 46

Born and Raised: Upper hillside

Ethnicity: German

Current Profession: President ChemTrack Alaska

Currently Reside: Upper hillside

I choose Anchorage because: it has the ability to make a big impact.

Beki Toussaint

Beki Toussaint

Occupation: Education Program Director for a non-profit

Industry: Education

Age: 38

Born and Raised: Colorado

Ethnicity: Caucasian

Current Profession: Education Program Director for Non Profit

Currently Reside: Abbott Loop

I choose Anchorage because: people create "extended" families, which is great if you're far from family. Also, there is great access to outdoor activities.

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