Anchorage Industries- Manufacturing

Built-in Alaska

Alaska’s manufacturing sector is vital to the state’s economy, offering opportunities in seafood processing, aerospace, mineral extraction, and construction. In 2022, Alaska led the nation in seafood exports, with Anchorage manufacturers supporting Alaska’s fisheries industry through building processing facilities that specialized in everything from fish canning to frozen seafood production.

From crafting building materials for major construction projects to fabricating machinery for oil and gas operations, Alaska’s manufacturing industry is expanding onto the global stage. The production of high-quality, Alaska-based goods makes the state a leader in specialized manufacturing.

By The Numbers

$1.3 Billion

Alaska’s manufacturing exports for 2023

#1

In 2022, Alaska led the nation in seafood exports

6%

Increase in manufacturing jobs from last year

Ralphie Quepons

Ralphie Quepons

Occupation: Owner/Operator, European Car Service and Owner, Rafelito's Taqueria

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

Emily Quepons

Emily Quepons

Occupation: Automotive Service Writer

Industry: Manufacturing

Age: 22

Born and Raised: Anchorage, AK

Ethnicity: Mexican & German

Current Profession: Service Advisor Manger at Culmination Sports

Currently Reside: Southside

I choose Anchorage because: I Choose Anchorage because: of the people and local businesses.

Drew Cason

Drew Cason

Occupation: COO, Kaladi Brothers Coffee

Industry: Manufacturing, Professional & Business Services, Tourism & Hospitality

Age: 36

Born and Raised: West Anchorage

Ethnicity: Caucasian

Current Profession: COO Kaladi Brothers Coffee

Currently Reside: Airport Heights

I choose Anchorage because: I Choose Anchorage because: of mountains, trails, people, and professional opportunities.

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