Introducing Paula, the visionary force behind PeopleAK! As the founder and owner, Paula is a 4th generation Alaskan with over 20 years of high-level management experience across diverse sectors.

With a degree in Small Business Administration from the University of Alaska, Paula’s expertise includes training seminars, operational and financial assessments, board development, and strategic business planning. She’s the go-to for businesses seeking sustainable growth. Her recruitment skills are legendary, combining cutting-edge techniques with practical business consulting and a deep commitment to Alaskan development.

Paula’s strengths—Activator, Restorative, Relator, Futuristic, and Connectedness—are the pillars of her success. As an Activator, she ignites action and drives progress. Her Restorative skill makes her a master problem-solver. With her Relator strength, Paula fosters authentic connections. Her Futuristic vision fuels innovation, and her Connectedness instills unity and purpose.

In Paula, PeopleAK finds not just a leader, but a trailblazer shaping the future of talent recruitment and business consultancy in Alaska and beyond.

Introducing Paula, the visionary force behind PeopleAK! As the founder and owner, Paula is a 4th generation Alaskan with over 20 years of high-level management experience across diverse sectors.

With a degree in Small Business Administration from the University of Alaska, Paula’s expertise includes training seminars, operational and financial assessments, board development, and strategic business planning. She’s the go-to for businesses seeking sustainable growth. Her recruitment skills are legendary, combining cutting-edge techniques with practical business consulting and a deep commitment to Alaskan development.

Paula’s strengths—Activator, Restorative, Relator, Futuristic, and Connectedness—are the pillars of her success. As an Activator, she ignites action and drives progress. Her Restorative skill makes her a master problem-solver. With her Relator strength, Paula fosters authentic connections. Her Futuristic vision fuels innovation, and her Connectedness instills unity and purpose.

In Paula, PeopleAK finds not just a leader, but a trailblazer shaping the future of talent recruitment and business consultancy in Alaska and beyond.

Meet Debbie Meeks, our operations maestro at PeopleAK! With over two decades of administrative experience, Debbie’s strengths—Consistency, Harmony, Responsibility, Connectedness, and Discipline—shine through in everything she does. 

Debbie’s commitment to Consistency ensures that our operations run smoothly and efficiently, with tasks completed accurately and on time. Her talent for fostering Harmony creates a positive work environment where teamwork thrives. 

As a steward of Responsibility, Debbie meticulously upholds regulatory standards, ensuring ethical practices in all our endeavors. Her deep sense of Connectedness strengthens relationships with colleagues and clients, fostering unity and purpose. 

Driven by Discipline, Debbie approaches every task with determination, setting a high standard of excellence for herself and inspiring others to follow suit. With Debbie at the helm, PeopleAK continues to excel, thanks to her unwavering dedication and leadership. 

Meet Debbie Meeks, our operations maestro at PeopleAK! With over two decades of administrative experience, Debbie’s strengths—Consistency, Harmony, Responsibility, Connectedness, and Discipline—shine through in everything she does. 

Debbie’s commitment to Consistency ensures that our operations run smoothly and efficiently, with tasks completed accurately and on time. Her talent for fostering Harmony creates a positive work environment where teamwork thrives. 

As a steward of Responsibility, Debbie meticulously upholds regulatory standards, ensuring ethical practices in all our endeavors. Her deep sense of Connectedness strengthens relationships with colleagues and clients, fostering unity and purpose. 

Driven by Discipline, Debbie approaches every task with determination, setting a high standard of excellence for herself and inspiring others to follow suit. With Debbie at the helm, PeopleAK continues to excel, thanks to her unwavering dedication and leadership. 

Introducing Skeet Black, our innovative Senior Consultant at PeopleAK! With a background spanning civil construction and the medical field, Skeet’s unique strengths—Futuristic, Belief, Activator, Focus, and Maximizer—propel him to new heights in every endeavor. 

As a Futuristic thinker, Skeet envisions possibilities beyond the present, guiding our team toward innovative solutions and strategies. His forward-thinking approach ensures that we stay ahead of the curve in recruitment and staffing. 

His unwavering Belief in talent empowers individuals to thrive, making him a trusted mentor. As an Activator, Skeet turns ideas into action swiftly, ensuring projects are executed efficiently. With laser-like Focus, he navigates challenges with clarity, never losing sight of the end goal. 

Skeet’s ability to Maximize resources ensures optimal outcomes for our clients and candidates. Beyond work, he embraces adventure, exploring Alaska’s wilderness with boundless energy and enthusiasm alongside his wife. 

Introducing Skeet Black, our innovative Senior Consultant at PeopleAK! With a background spanning civil construction and the medical field, Skeet’s unique strengths—Futuristic, Belief, Activator, Focus, and Maximizer—propel him to new heights in every endeavor. 

As a Futuristic thinker, Skeet envisions possibilities beyond the present, guiding our team toward innovative solutions and strategies. His forward-thinking approach ensures that we stay ahead of the curve in recruitment and staffing. 

His unwavering Belief in talent empowers individuals to thrive, making him a trusted mentor. As an Activator, Skeet turns ideas into action swiftly, ensuring projects are executed efficiently. With laser-like Focus, he navigates challenges with clarity, never losing sight of the end goal. 

Skeet’s ability to Maximize resources ensures optimal outcomes for our clients and candidates. Beyond work, he embraces adventure, exploring Alaska’s wilderness with boundless energy and enthusiasm alongside his wife. 

Introducing Patty, our esteemed Executive Consultant, whose unique strengths—Relator, Analytical, Arranger, Responsibility, and Discipline—shape her exceptional contributions to our team. 

As a Relator, Patty excels at building genuine connections with clients and colleagues alike. Her ability to forge strong relationships fosters trust and collaboration, ensuring that every interaction is meaningful and impactful. Patty’s Analytical acumen is a driving force behind her strategic approach to HR challenges. With a keen eye for detail and a knack for data interpretation, she dissects complex issues with ease, offering insights and solutions that are both comprehensive and effective.  

Patty’s talent as an Arranger ensures seamless project coordination, while her strong sense of Responsibility guarantees top-notch service for our clients. With unwavering Discipline, Patty sets the standard for excellence, maintaining focus and consistency in all endeavors. 

Beyond her professional achievements, Patty’s vibrant energy and enthusiasm extend to her personal life. Whether she’s quilting, spending time with family, or embarking on adventures with her loved ones, Patty embodies a zest for life that is infectious to all who know her. 

Introducing Patty, our esteemed Executive Consultant, whose unique strengths—Relator, Analytical, Arranger, Responsibility, and Discipline—shape her exceptional contributions to our team. 

As a Relator, Patty excels at building genuine connections with clients and colleagues alike. Her ability to forge strong relationships fosters trust and collaboration, ensuring that every interaction is meaningful and impactful. Patty’s Analytical acumen is a driving force behind her strategic approach to HR challenges. With a keen eye for detail and a knack for data interpretation, she dissects complex issues with ease, offering insights and solutions that are both comprehensive and effective.  

Patty’s talent as an Arranger ensures seamless project coordination, while her strong sense of Responsibility guarantees top-notch service for our clients. With unwavering Discipline, Patty sets the standard for excellence, maintaining focus and consistency in all endeavors. 

Beyond her professional achievements, Patty’s vibrant energy and enthusiasm extend to her personal life. Whether she’s quilting, spending time with family, or embarking on adventures with her loved ones, Patty embodies a zest for life that is infectious to all who know her. 

Meet Brooke, the dynamic force at PeopleAK! With a background in HR and coaching, she’s a pro at unlocking potential. Her Gallup strengths—Achiever, Analytical, Relator, Focus, and Restorative—fuel her success. 

Driven by her Achiever strength, Brooke always aims for excellence, whether for herself or guiding others. Her Analytical mind ensures every decision is strategic and well-informed, while her Relator nature fosters strong connections with colleagues and clients. 

With unwavering Focus, Brooke tackles challenges head-on, while her Restorative talent makes her a problem-solving expert. Beyond work, her passion for fitness and wellness shines through, reflecting her commitment to personal and professional growth. 

As a certified Gallup Strengths Coach, Brooke’s infectious enthusiasm and upbeat personality make her an invaluable asset to the PeopleAK team, empowering individuals and organizations to thrive. 

Meet Brooke, the dynamic force at PeopleAK! With a background in HR and coaching, she’s a pro at unlocking potential. Her Gallup strengths—Achiever, Analytical, Relator, Focus, and Restorative—fuel her success. 

Driven by her Achiever strength, Brooke always aims for excellence, whether for herself or guiding others. Her Analytical mind ensures every decision is strategic and well-informed, while her Relator nature fosters strong connections with colleagues and clients. 

With unwavering Focus, Brooke tackles challenges head-on, while her Restorative talent makes her a problem-solving expert. Beyond work, her passion for fitness and wellness shines through, reflecting her commitment to personal and professional growth. 

As a certified Gallup Strengths Coach, Brooke’s infectious enthusiasm and upbeat personality make her an invaluable asset to the PeopleAK team, empowering individuals and organizations to thrive. 

Meet Jacqueline, our exceptional talent at PeopleAK, whose strengths—Responsibility, Context, Intellection, Deliberative, and Relator—make her an invaluable asset to our team.  

Hailing from the land of Oz, Jacqueline’s journey to Alaska led her to us as a temp, and her natural-born recruiter skills ensured she became an indispensable part of our family. With a degree in International and Global Studies from Sydney University and certification as a copywriter, Jacqueline is a woman of many talents. 

Jacqueline’s Responsibility shines through in every task she undertakes, ensuring that every client and candidate receives the attention and support they deserve. 

Her Context strength allows her to see the bigger picture and offer tailored solutions that meet the unique needs of our clients and candidates. With her Intellection guiding her, Jacqueline brings a depth of thought and analysis to her work, seeking to uncover insights and solutions that drive success. 

Jacqueline’s Deliberative nature ensures that every decision she makes is carefully considered, resulting in outcomes that are thorough and well-informed. As a Relator, Jacqueline excels at building meaningful connections based on trust and understanding, making her a standout member of our team. 

Meet Jacqueline, our exceptional talent at PeopleAK, whose strengths—Responsibility, Context, Intellection, Deliberative, and Relator—make her an invaluable asset to our team.  

Hailing from the land of Oz, Jacqueline’s journey to Alaska led her to us as a temp, and her natural-born recruiter skills ensured she became an indispensable part of our family. With a degree in International and Global Studies from Sydney University and certification as a copywriter, Jacqueline is a woman of many talents. 

Jacqueline’s Responsibility shines through in every task she undertakes, ensuring that every client and candidate receives the attention and support they deserve. 

Her Context strength allows her to see the bigger picture and offer tailored solutions that meet the unique needs of our clients and candidates. With her Intellection guiding her, Jacqueline brings a depth of thought and analysis to her work, seeking to uncover insights and solutions that drive success. 

Jacqueline’s Deliberative nature ensures that every decision she makes is carefully considered, resulting in outcomes that are thorough and well-informed. As a Relator, Jacqueline excels at building meaningful connections based on trust and understanding, making her a standout member of our team. 

Meet Eric, our exceptional Maritime and Engineering Staffing Consultant at PeopleAK. His strengths—Achiever, Learner, Discipline, Responsibility, and Harmony—are the foundation of his success. 

Eric is a Commercial Fisherman and our in-house Maritime Recruitment Force. As part of our own Employee Retention approach, Eric takes close to 2 months sabbatical to fish on his vessel based in Cordova, Alaska. 

With over 25 years of experience as a small business owner and fishing vessel operator, Eric brings a wealth of expertise to our team. Starting as a crewmember on his family’s purse seiner, he eventually captained his own fishing operation on the F/V Finest Kind. Despite initially pursuing a teaching career, unforeseen circumstances led him to the maritime industry. 

Eric’s Achiever drive and Learner mindset keep him at the forefront of industry trends. His Discipline and Responsibility ensure he approaches every task with diligence and integrity. With a focus on Harmony, Eric fosters positive relationships with clients and candidates, creating successful connections. 

When he’s not shaping the workforce, Eric enjoys sport fishing, boating, and exploring Alaska’s landscapes through hiking. His dedication to connecting top maritime talent with Alaskan employers makes him an invaluable asset to PeopleAK. 

Meet Eric, our exceptional Maritime and Engineering Staffing Consultant at PeopleAK. His strengths—Achiever, Learner, Discipline, Responsibility, and Harmony—are the foundation of his success. 

Eric is a Commercial Fisherman and our in-house Maritime Recruitment Force. As part of our own Employee Retention approach, Eric takes close to 2 months sabbatical to fish on his vessel based in Cordova, Alaska. 

With over 25 years of experience as a small business owner and fishing vessel operator, Eric brings a wealth of expertise to our team. Starting as a crewmember on his family’s purse seiner, he eventually captained his own fishing operation on the F/V Finest Kind. Despite initially pursuing a teaching career, unforeseen circumstances led him to the maritime industry. 

Eric’s Achiever drive and Learner mindset keep him at the forefront of industry trends. His Discipline and Responsibility ensure he approaches every task with diligence and integrity. With a focus on Harmony, Eric fosters positive relationships with clients and candidates, creating successful connections. 

When he’s not shaping the workforce, Eric enjoys sport fishing, boating, and exploring Alaska’s landscapes through hiking. His dedication to connecting top maritime talent with Alaskan employers makes him an invaluable asset to PeopleAK. 

Meet Yana, our talented Graphic Design and Marketing Specialist at PeopleAK. With Restorative, Relator, Futuristic, Input, and Strategic strengths, Yana brings a unique blend of creativity and strategic insight to our team. 

With over 7 years of experience in graphic design and marketing, Yana understands firsthand the crucial role that a business’s visual representation plays in driving its success. She is passionate about helping businesses create a unique brand identity that reflects their vision, mission statements, products, and services. Yana believes that a strong and consistent brand identity is the foundation for building a strong market presence. 

Yana holds a bachelor’s degree in journalism and public communication from the University of Alaska Anchorage. In 2019, she moved to the Lower 48 to explore new opportunities and is currently working remotely for PeopleAK. 

Meet Yana, our talented Graphic Design and Marketing Specialist at PeopleAK. With Restorative, Relator, Futuristic, Input, and Strategic strengths, Yana brings a unique blend of creativity and strategic insight to our team. 

With over 7 years of experience in graphic design and marketing, Yana understands firsthand the crucial role that a business’s visual representation plays in driving its success. She is passionate about helping businesses create a unique brand identity that reflects their vision, mission statements, products, and services. Yana believes that a strong and consistent brand identity is the foundation for building a strong market presence. 

Yana holds a bachelor’s degree in journalism and public communication from the University of Alaska Anchorage. In 2019, she moved to the Lower 48 to explore new opportunities and is currently working remotely for PeopleAK. 

Meet Louie, the official office wag and morale booster at PeopleAK! This lovable Shih Tzu-Maltese mix is a lifelong Alaskan who is always eager to lend a paw to the team. Louie takes his job very seriously, even helping out on paydays by greeting our contract labor force and picking up checks with a quick pet and a listening ear. His top strength is Cuteness (obviously). 

In his free time, Louie is a serious athlete training for the Iditarod! That’s right, this little guy is working hard to be a part of the annual dog sled race that runs between Anchorage and Nome, Alaska. We may not have the heart to break it to him that his size might make him better suited for shorter sprints. 

Louie is an integral part of the PeopleAK wellness and engagement strategy, often found curled up on a staff member’s lap or taking a lap outside to stretch his little legs. His playful energy and love for belly rubs make him an instant favorite with everyone who meets him. Louie is more than just a dog; he’s a cherished member of the PeopleAK family!

Meet Louie, the official office wag and morale booster at PeopleAK! This lovable Shih Tzu-Maltese mix is a lifelong Alaskan who is always eager to lend a paw to the team. Louie takes his job very seriously, even helping out on paydays by greeting our contract labor force and picking up checks with a quick pet and a listening ear. His top strength is Cuteness (obviously). 

In his free time, Louie is a serious athlete training for the Iditarod! That’s right, this little guy is working hard to be a part of the annual dog sled race that runs between Anchorage and Nome, Alaska. We may not have the heart to break it to him that his size might make him better suited for shorter sprints. 

Louie is an integral part of the PeopleAK wellness and engagement strategy, often found curled up on a staff member’s lap or taking a lap outside to stretch his little legs. His playful energy and love for belly rubs make him an instant favorite with everyone who meets him. Louie is more than just a dog; he’s a cherished member of the PeopleAK family!