Alaska Child Care Roundtable

Description

On behalf of the Alaska Chamber and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation, join us at the Alaska Child Care Roundtable on August 18, 2026, in Anchorage. This event will bring together business leaders, policymakers, chamber executives, employers, and child care stakeholders to explore how child care supports workforce participation, economic competitiveness, and business growth across Alaska. The program will highlight practical solutions and innovative approaches that are helping address child care challenges in communities throughout the state.

We anticipate an engaging conversation that will provide attendees with actionable insights and examples of successful strategies being implemented in Alaska and beyond.

Lunch will be provided, registration is required for an accurate headcount. 

Event Details

·      Date: Tuesday, August 18, 2026

·      Time: 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

·      Location: Aloft by Marriott Anchorage

• Senator Sullivan [Invited]

• Leah Van Kirk, Health Care Policy Advisor, Alaska Department of Health 
• Robert Barr, Deputy City Manager, City & Borough of Juneau, Alaska 
• Christina Hulquist, Municipality of Anchorage Child Care Early Education Fund 

• Angie Lantz, Center Director, ANTHC Child Development Center, KinderCare 
• Local Provider [Speaker to be announced]
• Tribal Provider [Speaker to be announced]

• Stephanie Berglund, CEO, Thread
• Kevin Berry, UAA Economist & Thread Board President
• Representative Julie Coulombe [Invited]