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Article: North to Alaska: how four successful firms view Alaska's marketplace. (NC Machinery Co., Alaska Shipping Agents, Fred Meyer, Alaska Maritime Agencies)
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- Alaska Business Monthly
- Article date:
- April 1, 1991
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North To Alaska How Four Successful Firms View Alaska's Marketplace
Many Pacific Northwest firms have looked northward to expand sales. Among the stayers that have conquered challenging obstacles and have seized opportunities are these four companies: N C Machinery Co., Alaska Shipping Agents, Fred Meyer and Alaska Maritime Agencies.
We interviewed these Washington-and Oregon-based firms to see how they do business in Alaska. In particular, we were interested in differences they perceived between Alaska and other Pacific Northwest markets. Their views of the 49th state and the histories of how they've succeeded offer useful information for all businesses ...