Made In Alaska Manufacturer of the Year Each year, a Made in Alaska permit holder is selected as the State of Alaska's "Manufacturer of the Year." The award recognizes one Made in Alaska business that demonstrates the ability to overcome challenges, grow their business, innovate, be a leader in the community, and collaborate with other businesses. Congratulations to our 2017 winner, Bambino's Baby Food, a company that has demonstrate significant growth, extensive community outreach, and substantial use of Alaska produce and seafood. Thank you Bambino's! Please see our press release, Facebook site , and video for more information. Bambino's Baby Food, Made in Alaska's 2017 Manufacturer of the Year Manufacturer of the Year Award Winners: 2016 Alaska Garden & Pet Supply (also known as Alaska Mill & Feed) of AnchorageSee Press Release and Governor Bill Walker's introduction on Vimeo. 2015 Alaska Paracord Designs of Anchorage 2014 AIRFRAMES ALASKA of Chugiak 2013 NOMAR LLC, of Homer 2012 Denali Dreams, Inc. of Anchorage 2011 Kahiltna Birchworks of Palmer 2010 Apocalypse Design, Inc. of Fairbanks 2009 Insulfoam of Anchorage 2008 Kaladi Brothers Coffee of Anchorage 2007 Glacier Smoothie, LLC of Juneau 2006 Arctic Wire Rope & Supply of Anchorage 2005 Anchorage Sand and Gravel Company, Inc. of Anchorage and Fairbanks 2004 Alaska Rag Company of Fairbanks (Buisness closed) 2003 Kodiak Island Winery of Chiniak (Kodiak Island) 2002 Alaska Sausage and Seafood of Anchorage 2001 Alaska Black Diamond of Princess Island 2000 Fenton Woods of Wasilla 1999 Alaska Mint of Anchorage 1998 Cameron Birch Syrups & Confections, Inc. of Wasilla 1997 Alaska Canine Cookies, Inc. of Anchorage 1996 Interstate Brands Corporation/Sunrise Bakery of Anchorage 1995 The Great Alaska Bowl Company of Fairbanks 1994 Alaska Wild Berry Products of Homer & Anchorage 1993 Marian Boat Works of Anchorage 1992 Alaskan Brewing & Bottling Co. of Juneau 1991 Tesoro Alaska Petroleum of Anchorage (Tesoro is now Andeavor.) Nomination Information Nominate your favorite Made in Alaska business for the 2017 Manufacturer of the Year award! Anyone may nominate an active Made in Alaska permit holder, and self-nominations are welcome. Nominations must be received no later than 5:00 p.m. on January 31, 2018 and may be mailed, emailed, or faxed. Please provide the information in the nomination form below and submit it with two or more images that may be used for Made in Alaska promotional activities. For more information, please contact Caryl McConkie (907) 465-2510 or email her at madeinalaska@alaska.gov. Download the nomination form: 2017 Manufacturer of the Year