OUR STORY
We are a family owned and operated recreational cannabis store in Anchorage, Alaska. Opening our doors in 2017, we were one of the first retails shops in Anchorage! We view ourselves as stewards of the cannabis industry, and we take that responsibility very seriously.
As a shop, we hold a strong belief in the positive, healing properties of cannabis.
At Enlighten Alaska, we cultivate a space for Quality Service, Education, Respect, Integrity, Innovation, and
good vibes.
OUR MISSION
Our mission is to offer high quality cannabis products while promoting safe, responsible consumption, and maintaining the highest standards of business ethics, community engagement, and sound wellness principles.
We strive to elevate and support our community to live healthy and inspired lives.
OUR SPACE
Whether you’re trying cannabis for the very first time or a seasoned user, you’ll feel right at home with our passionate and knowledgeable staff.
We are located in the heart of Spenard, on the corner of 26th and Spenard Rd. We are across the street from the white windmill at Koots, and in the same strip mall as Organic Oasis and Anchorage Cycle.
OUR PEOPLE
POSITION: Budtender
JOINED ENLIGHTEN: Oct. '21
FAV STRAIN: MAC
FAV WAY TO CONSUME: Concentrates
POSITION: Lead Budtender
JOINED ENLIGHTEN: July '21
FAV STRAIN: OG 18
FAV WAY TO CONSUME: Bong Rips
POSITION: Lead Budtender
JOINED ENLIGHTEN: Sept '19
FAV STRAIN: Mandarin Cookies
FAV WAY TO CONSUME: Vape, Bong, Joint
Eric B
POSITION: Budtender
JOINED ENLIGHTEN: March '21
FAV STRAIN: Hawaiian Dutch
FAV WAY TO CONSUME: Ice Bong
Eric is from Florida. He use to coach cheerleading back in the lower 48 and now he spends his time chasing those Alaskan adventures.
Andres
POSITION: Budtender
JOINED ENLIGHTEN: Feb '21
FAV STRAIN: Mandarin Cookies
FAV WAY TO CONSUME: Vape, Bong, Joint
Andres has two rescues at home, a black cat and a mini husky mix. He loves the outdoors and enjoys spending his time hiking, biking, or kayaking.
Mercy
Sharina
POSITION: Budtender
JOINED ENLIGHTEN: Feb '19
FAV STRAIN: OG 18
FAV WAY TO CONSUME: Blunts & Edibles
Sharina is currently a massage therapist. She is passionate about helping people with positive energy and a healing touch. She's the bomb-diggity at games, and loves dogs and babies.
Eric C.
POSITION: Budtender
JOINED ENLIGHTEN: Sept '19
FAV STRAIN: Mandarin Cookies
FAV WAY TO CONSUME: Vape, Bong, Joint
Eric is getting degree in Strategic Communications. He was born and raised in Alaska, loves fishing, hunting, and hiking. He is a computer guru and enjoys building computers for himself or friends.
Joe
Mason
TJ
POSITION: Budtender
JOINED ENLIGHTEN: Oct. '21
FAV STRAIN: Chem Dawg
FAV WAY TO CONSUME: Bongs Baby
Mason has been in the industry since the start of the Alaska market. Originally from Arizona he has traveled all over the word. On his days off he can be found playing video games and hanging out with his cat, Tiger.
Colin
POSITION: Budtender
JOINED ENLIGHTEN: Oct. '21
FAV STRAIN: Mandarin Cookies
FAV WAY TO CONSUME: Vape, Bong, Joint
Colin is from Indiana. He has a degree in education. He has a green thumb and is an avid snowboarder.
Erin
Mercy is a life long musician. He is originally from Idaho. He plays hard core music and if he isn't at the shop he can be found in the mosh pit.
Josh
POSITION: Lead Budtender
JOINED ENLIGHTEN: Sept '20
FAV STRAIN: Lunar Lettuce
FAV WAY TO CONSUME: Big blunts!
Erin recently graduated from UAA with a BA in Hospitality Administration and Associates in Culinary Arts. She loves being in the kitchen and cooking for those she loves. When not working or in the kitchen, she can be found hanging with her partner and their two cats Allan and Poe, doing yoga or venturing outside!
POSITION: Assistant /Inventory Manager
JOINED ENLIGHTEN: June '19
FAV STRAIN: Green Crack
FAV WAY TO CONSUME: Blunts & Bongs
POSITION: Lead Budtender
JOINED ENLIGHTEN: March '21
FAV STRAIN: MAC
FAV WAY TO CONSUME: Concentrates
Zach is Alaska born and raised. He has a degree in economics and is an avid biker. When he isn't at the shop he can be found speeding down the trails.
Becca
Josh is from Texas, he played college football and has a collection of swords. If you think you know more about Marvel than him, you’re probably wrong, he's a hero in his town. Josh got into cannabis to find medical alternatives for his aunt.
Nathan
POSITION: Retail General Manager
JOINED ENLIGHTEN: Nov '17
FAV STRAIN: Mandarin Cookies
FAV WAY TO CONSUME: Bong
Becca is obsessed with plants. She has her degrees in Hospitality Management and Outdoor Studies. When she isn't at work she can be found outside with her pups.
Andy
Andy is an experienced extractor and grower. He has been in the industry for years now. He is brilliant when it comes to cannabis and is constantly working on new projects. When he isn't in the lab he is usually can be found enjoying the beauty of the State.
POSITION: BHO Extraction Manager
JOINED ENLIGHTEN: January '21
FAV STRAIN: That Dank Dank
FAV WAY TO CONSUME: Dabs
Nathan enjoys traveling, being active, and smoking while listening to good music. He enjoys cannabis and experimenting with extractions. He has a puppy named Cookie, because Cookie strains are his fav!
Zach
Joe is from Oklahoma, he has his education in advertising but is an artist at heart. Joe is also a comedian who, when not slinging weed is traveling all over Alaska to preform.
Keith
Amanda
POSITION: Solvent-less Extraction Manager
JOINED ENLIGHTEN: January '21
FAV STRAIN: Wedding Cake
FAV WAY TO CONSUME: Dabs
Keith has been growing and breading cannabis for years. He is passionate about extracts and has been in the industry since the start. When he isn't pressing rosin he can be found enjoying his family time.
POSITION: Production Manager
JOINED ENLIGHTEN: Feb '18
FAV STRAIN: Black D.O.G.
FAV WAY TO CONSUME: Dabbing
Amanda is an extremely talented gluten free baker and makes the most amazing cupcakes. She has a background in massage therapy and can solve a Rubik's cube in less than 2 minutes consistently.
Kyle
POSITION: Cultivation Assistant Manager
JOINED ENLIGHTEN: March '20
FAV STRAIN: Lemon Mints
FAV WAY TO CONSUME: Joint
Kyle was born and raised in Juneau, AK. He loves to push himself running with his two dogs, Chena and Bodhi. Aside from an interest in engineering, coding, and data manipulation, he's preparing to bring a new little human into the world in November 2021.
Chad
POSITION: Cultivation Manager
FAV STRAIN: Lavender Jones
FAV WAY TO CONSUME: Low-temp,
full-melt dabs
Raised on a family farm in northeast Colorado, Chad gained priceless experience working the land. He truly found his green thumb when he started cultivating cannabis. After a long and arduous journey, he has found himself aligned with Enlighten Alaska. When not entangled by plants, you’ll find Chad somewhere outdoors, with his dogs or perhaps in the kitchen whipping up a tasty meal.
Winston
POSITION: Director of Operations
JOINED ENLIGHTEN: Nov '17
FAV STRAIN: Acapulco Gold
FAV WAY TO CONSUME: Doobies
Leah
POSITION: Co-Owner
FAV STRAIN: Tropicana Cherries
FAV WAY TO CONSUME: Joints
Winston was born and raised in Ketchikan, AK. He loves music, rock climbing, yoga, and running, but his new favorite exercise is jump rope - and he's a bad ass at it. He's multifaceted in the music world. He sings, and plays the piano, guitar, and bass. He just finished a tour of the lower 48 with his band! He makes epic salads and even better tacos.
Leah is a yoga teacher, a dog momma, and loves to get outside and adventure. Her big personality lights up any room and she keeps our shop running smoothly and efficiently. She graduated from UAA with a Bachelor's Degree in Business Management. She's getting ready to bring a new little boy earthside this coming November 2021.
Jane
POSITION: Co-Owner
FAV STRAIN: MAC
FAV WAY TO CONSUME: Joints
Jane is the shop momma. She loves making edibles, golfing, knitting, and being with her dogs and family. She is a talented gardener, both of cannabis and flowers. Her backyard is full of beautiful flowers and she keeps the shop full of life with plants.
Evan
POSITION: Co-Owner
FAV STRAIN: Today? Yerbert
FAV WAY TO CONSUME: Dabbing
Evan's heart is in the cultivation side of the business. He loves being in the garden and growing cannabis. He enjoys spending time with his wife and two year old son, fishing with his older son, and chasing around his jack russell terrier, Milo. He's getting ready to bring on a third kiddo in December 2021. Full house!
ENLIGHTEN ALASKA
CANNABIS RETAIL STORE
IN THE HEART OF SPENARD
2600 SPENARD RD ANCHORAGE, AK 99503