EPISODE · May 23, 2026 · 33 MIN
Huna Totem, Auke Landing and the Future of Juneau’s Waterfront
from Business Voices · host Juneau Chamber of Commerce
On this episode of Business Voices Juneau, host Becca Parks, Juneau Chamber Executive Director, talks with Susan Bell of Huna Totem for a wide-ranging conversation about leadership, economic development, Alaska Native corporations, tourism, community relationships, and the future of downtown Juneau. Susan shares her journey from Nome to Juneau, including her work in the visitor industry, McDowell Group, the Alaska Department of Commerce, Community, and Economic Development, and now Huna Totem. She reflects on the value of good data, the importance of listening to communities, and the unique opportunities that come from building a career in Alaska.The conversation also explores Huna Totem’s Auk Landing project, including its potential to reduce downtown congestion, improve passenger movement, support local businesses, and bring environmental benefits through dockside efficiencies and future shore power capability.Along the way, Susan offers her perspective on mentorship, Alaska Native corporations, regional growth, the importance of community, and why Juneau remains a place where relationships, resilience and opportunity still matter.
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On this episode of Business Voices Juneau, host Becca Parks, Juneau Chamber Executive Director, talks with Susan Bell of Huna Totem for a wide-ranging conversation about leadership, economic development, Alaska Native corporations, tourism, community relationships, and the future of downtown Juneau. Susan shares her journey from Nome to Juneau, including her work in the visitor industry, McDowell Group, the Alaska Department of Commerce, Community, and Economic Development, and now Huna Totem. She reflects on the value of good data, the importance of listening to communities, and the unique opportunities that come from building a career in Alaska.The conversation also explores Huna Totem’s Auk Landing project, including its potential to reduce downtown congestion, improve passenger movement, support local businesses, and bring environmental benefits through dockside efficiencies and future shore power capability.Along the way, Susan offers her perspective on mentorship, Alaska Native corporations, regional growth, the importance of community, and why Juneau remains a place where relationships, resilience and opportunity still matter.
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