Anchorage and Wasilla firms earn ethics honors

Two Alaska companies received the 2026 Torch Award for Ethics from the Better Business Bureau Great West + Pacific and the BBB Foundation. The honor recognizes superior leadership character, workplace culture, customer support, and community impact within the eight-state Great West and Pacific service area.

Alaska Premier Group, a real estate broker based in Wasilla, won the award in the small business category. The woman-owned firm was established in 2016 and provides residential, commercial, and land real estate services. Its offerings include buyer and seller representation, relocation assistance, and consulting. The company emphasizes education, transparency, and ethical guidance to help clients make informed decisions.

Alaska Sleep Clinic, located in Anchorage, won the medium-sized business category. The veteran-owned clinic was founded in 2002 and treats sleep disorders through sleep studies, breathing therapy, telehealth, and personalized care. It operates offices in Wasilla, Fairbanks, and Soldotna. The clinic was a finalist for the Torch Award in 2022 and won the Bill Bivins Small Business of the Year Award from the Alaska Chamber that same year.

Tyler Andrew, president and CEO of BBB Great West + Pacific, commented on the recipients. He stated that the winners show ethical leadership can take many forms. Andrew noted that both companies share a commitment to trust, integrity, and doing right by the people they serve.

He added that the organizations are proud to recognize the example these businesses set. He cited the positive impact they are making in their communities and across the marketplace.

The winners were announced during a multi-location virtual ceremony held on October 29. The Torch Award is considered the most prestigious honor the BBB Foundation bestows on businesses in the region.