Governor’s North Star Awards
The Governor’s North Star Awards for International Excellence recognize successful businesses, educational institutions, and organizations that excel in international projects. First established in 1986 as the Governor’s Exporter of the Year Awards, today the Governor’s North Star Awards for International Excellence are presented to honorees for activities as diverse as export of goods or services, investment, tourism, transportation, education, cultural exchange, humanitarian projects, and scientific exchange. Awards are usually made in several categories in any given year, but not necessarily in all categories.
2015 Winners of the Governor’s North Star Awards for International Excellence
- Korean Air for transportation
- Fugro for scientific exchange
- Alaska Skylar Travel for foreign investment
- Northern Alaska Tour Company for tourism
For more information about the 2015 winners, please read the press release.