General conversation treats “the economy” as a single entity instead of a massive, sprawling network of interconnected activities and interests. Certainly Alaska’s business community is a multifaceted object, populated by companies with varied business lines, rich histories, and a spectrum of cultures, goals, and methods of measuring success. Each of these elements, through independent planning and ongoing interactions, form the foundation of Alaska’s continued success as a state, a home, and vibrant place of business. The Alaska Business Top 49ers embody the Elements of Enterprise that have built and continue to build the Last Frontier.
