"Make it Monday" forum - The Hard Truth about Soft Skills: Closing the Gap in Alaska’s Emerging Workforce

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Name: "Make it Monday" forum - The Hard Truth about Soft Skills: Closing the Gap in Alaska’s Emerging Workforce
Date: October 13, 2025
Time: 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM AKDT
Website: https://www.anchoragechamber.org/make-it-monday/
Registration: Register Now
Event Description:

A Work Ready Alaska Conversation

Alaska employers consistently cite the lack of work-ready applicants as one of their biggest challenges, with many noting that new hires are entering the workplace without basic employability skills. Covenant House Alaska’s Covey Academy is closing this gap with Work Ready Alaska, a certification that builds essential soft skills such as communication, teamwork, problem-solving, and professionalism. The program also provides practical supports like resumes, driver’s licenses, interview preparation, and first aid certification.

Once job seekers are work-ready, Covenant House Alaska (CHA) partners with a wide range of business partners to create structured pathways into Alaska’s most in-demand industries including hospitality, transportation and construction. A panel featuring CHA staff, CHA alumna, and business partners will discuss how this innovative program equips young Alaskans with the tools to succeed while strengthening Alaska’s workforce pipeline.

PLUS, a member presentation from Logistics, LLC.
 

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UPCOMING FORUMS
 
Event Sponsors:
Location:
Petroleum Club of Anchorage
Date/Time Information:
11:30 am to Noon - Networking
Noon to 1 pm - Presentation
Contact Information:
Tosha Swan Pereira
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Fees/Admission:

Registration is due by 5 pm the Thursday prior, but please RSVP at your earliest convenience. A $2 fee will be added for late registrations. Walk-ins are not guaranteed meals or a seat.

  • General Admission +  Lunch: $35 Members / $40 Non-Members
  • Coffee-Only Reservation: $13 Members / $15 Non-Members
  • Digital Punch Card (10 lunches; Expires one year from purchase date): $330 Members-Only

CANCELLATION NOTE: For a full refund, registration must be canceled by 5 pm the Thursday prior. No refunds or credits will be given after this date. If you do not arrive by 12:00 pm, your seat will be forfeited. All registrations are transferable to another person upon your request.