CBPP Alumni Recognized Among Âé¶¹ÎÞÂë°æâ€™s Top Forty Under 40
by CBPP |

The College of Business and Public Policy (CBPP) at the Âé¶¹ÎÞÂë°æ is proud to celebrate several alumni who were recently named to the 2026 Âé¶¹ÎÞÂë°æ Journal of Commerce Top Forty Under 40 list. This annual recognition honors young professionals across Âé¶¹ÎÞÂë°æ 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 Âé¶¹ÎÞÂë°æâ€™s future.
Among this year’s recipients are several Âé¶¹ÎÞÂë°æ alumni, including graduates of the College of Business and Public Policy. Their recognition reflects the impact CBPP graduates continue to have across Âé¶¹ÎÞÂë°æâ€™s economy and communities.
CBPP Alumni Honorees
Vladislav Finko (B.B.A. Finance and Marketing ’20, M.B.A. General Management ’23)
Marketing Strategist, Âé¶¹ÎÞÂë°æ Wealth Advisors
Billy Hughes (B.B.A. Management ’16)
Founder, Tundra Testing
Amanda Keates (B.B.A. Accounting ’08)
Controller, Alyeska Pipeline Service Company
Kalani Tucker (B.B.A. Management ’19)
Tribal and Board Relations Manager, Cook Inlet Tribal Council
Allie Hartman (M.P.A. Public Administration ’20)
Assembly Communications Director, Municipality of Anchorage
“At CBPP, we are proud to see our alumni recognized for their leadership and contributions across Âé¶¹ÎÞÂë°æâ€™s business and community sectors. Their success reflects the strong connection between our college, our students, and the industries and organizations that help shape Âé¶¹ÎÞÂë°æâ€™s future.†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 Âé¶¹ÎÞÂë°æâ€™s workforce.
At CBPP, alumni achievements like these reflect the college’s 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 Âé¶¹ÎÞÂë°æ.
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 Âé¶¹ÎÞÂë°æ and beyond.






