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.

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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.

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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. 

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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.

Sharina

Mason

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.

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.

Eric C.

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

Mercy

TJ

Josh

POSITION: Lead Budtender

JOINED ENLIGHTEN: Sept '20

FAV STRAIN: Lunar Lettuce

FAV WAY TO CONSUME: Big blunts!

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 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

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!

Andy

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 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. 

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.