CBPP Alumni Recognized Among 熊猫在线视频鈥檚 Top Forty Under 40

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The College of Business and Public Policy (CBPP) at the 熊猫在线视频 is proud to celebrate several alumni who were recently named to the 2026 熊猫在线视频 Journal of Commerce Top Forty Under 40 list. This annual recognition honors young professionals across 熊猫在线视频 who demonstrate leadership in their careers while also contributing meaningfully to their communities.

Each year, hundreds of nominations are submitted from across the state before the final class of forty individuals is selected. The honorees represent a diverse range of industries including business, nonprofit leadership, government, and entrepreneurship. Together they highlight the talent and innovation helping shape 熊猫在线视频鈥檚 future.

Among this year鈥檚 recipients are several 熊猫在线视频 alumni, including graduates of the College of Business and Public Policy. Their recognition reflects the impact CBPP graduates continue to have across 熊猫在线视频鈥檚 economy and communities.

CBPP Alumni Honorees

Vladislav Finko (B.B.A. Finance and Marketing 鈥20, M.B.A. General Management 鈥23)
Marketing Strategist, 熊猫在线视频 Wealth Advisors

Billy Hughes (B.B.A. Management 鈥16)
Founder, Tundra Testing

Amanda Keates (B.B.A. Accounting 鈥08)
Controller, Alyeska Pipeline Service Company

Kalani Tucker (B.B.A. Management 鈥19)
Tribal and Board Relations Manager, Cook Inlet Tribal Council

Allie Hartman (M.P.A. Public Administration 鈥20)
Assembly Communications Director, Municipality of Anchorage

鈥淎t CBPP, we are proud to see our alumni recognized for their leadership and contributions across 熊猫在线视频鈥檚 business and community sectors. Their success reflects the strong connection between our college, our students, and the industries and organizations that help shape 熊猫在线视频鈥檚 future.鈥 Dr. Terry Nelson, Interim Dean College of Business and Public Policy 

In addition to these CBPP graduates, several other UAA alumni from across the university were also included in the 2026 Top Forty Under 40 class. Their recognition highlights the important role UAA plays in preparing professionals who contribute to the growth and success of 熊猫在线视频鈥檚 workforce.

At CBPP, alumni achievements like these reflect the college鈥檚 mission to prepare students for leadership at the frontiers of a changing world. From entrepreneurship and corporate leadership to community engagement and public service, CBPP graduates continue to make a meaningful impact throughout 熊猫在线视频.

The 2026 Top Forty Under 40 honorees will be formally recognized at the annual awards celebration this spring in Anchorage.

The College of Business and Public Policy congratulates these outstanding alumni and looks forward to seeing their continued success as leaders in 熊猫在线视频 and beyond.