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
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Ashlie
POSITION: Retail Manager
JOINED ENLIGHTEN: June '22
FAV STRAIN: Koko Puffs
FAV WAY TO CONSUME: Flower
Ashlie is an experienced cannabis professional currently pursuing a degree in Business Management. Her hobbies include singing, whipping up colorful concoctions in her kitchen, studying history, and learning about new anthropological discoveries.
Kit
POSITION: Assistant Manager
JOINED ENLIGHTEN: Sep '22
FAV STRAIN: Honey Banana
FAV WAY TO CONSUME: Hand-Rolled Joints
Kit's later start to cannabis has led to her burning passion for learning all there is! When she's not researching, Kit can be found photographing Alaska, playing a videogame, or writing. Her (cat) son, Jack, is very gracious to let her leave the house.
Eric C.
POSITION: Purchasing Specialist
JOINED ENLIGHTEN: May '21
FAV STRAIN: Sub Zero
FAV WAY TO CONSUME: Bong
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.
Charles
POSITION: Lead Budtender
JOINED ENLIGHTEN: June '22
FAV STRAIN: Platinum Punch Mints
FAV WAY TO CONSUME: Blunts
Charles enjoys being active in all outdoor activities and is passionate about healthy eating. He runs, bikes, and loves cooking for his son!
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Javier
POSITION: Lead Budtender
JOINED ENLIGHTEN: August '22
FAV STRAIN: Mercy Fruit Haze
FAV WAY TO CONSUME: Dabs
Alaskan raised , loves adventures, music,
cool people and good times.
Certified license to chill.
Gino
POSITION: Lead Budtender
JOINED ENLIGHTEN: Dec.'21
FAV STRAIN: GMO
FAV WAY TO CONSUME: Dabs
Gino is a life long Alaskan. Outside of work he loves to be outside, play his guitar, collect comic books and play video games.
Sonja
POSITION: Budtender
JOINED ENLIGHTEN: Sept '21
FAV STRAIN: Mercy Fruit Haze
FAV WAY TO CONSUME: Pipe
Sonja is originally from Oregon. She began working on the cultivation side of Enlighten first, and joined the retail team shortly after. She has an 11 year old pit bull and in her free time she loves to smoke and cook.
Emma
POSITION: Budtender
JOINED ENLIGHTEN: Nov '22
FAV STRAIN: Blue Dream
FAV WAY TO CONSUME: Bong & Joints
Originally from Dutch Harbor, Emma made her way through Palmer to Anchorage. She loves going on hikes with her dog, Daisy, and her cat, Bean. That's right--her cat hikes, too! Her goal is to someday become a nurse.
Jaime
POSITION: Budtender
JOINED ENLIGHTEN: June '22
FAV STRAIN: Platinum Punch Mints
FAV WAY TO CONSUME: Joints (but trying new things all the time!)
Jaime is new to working in cannabis but is loving learning new things every day. She likes to do all sorts of hobbies, and spending time with her 6 year old son.
Amy
POSITION: Budtender
JOINED ENLIGHTEN: May '22
FAV STRAIN: Wedding Cake
FAV WAY TO CONSUME: Dabbing
Amy is a born and raised Alaskan. She is a lover of animals and has a feline sidekick named Ares.
Kyana
POSITION: Budtender
JOINED ENLIGHTEN: June '22
FAV STRAIN: OGKB 2.1
FAV WAY TO CONSUME: Prerolls & Bong
Kyana hails from Florida but is forever Alaska bound. In her free time, she enjoys playing Skyrim and being a snack connoisseur.
Emily
POSITION: Budtender
JOINED ENLIGHTEN: Oct '22
FAV STRAIN: Honey Banana
FAV WAY TO CONSUME: Bong Rips
Emily is from Washington and loves cats! She has two, named Tilly and Tootsie. She loves cannabis and can't wait to get everyone high!
Nathan
POSITION: CO2 Extraction Specialist
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!
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Keith
POSITION: Solventless Extraction Specialist
JOINED ENLIGHTEN: January '21
FAV STRAIN: Wedding Cake
FAV WAY TO CONSUME: Dabs
Keith has been growing and breeding 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.
Andy
POSITION: BHO Extraction Specialist
JOINED ENLIGHTEN: January '21
FAV STRAIN: That Dank Dank
FAV WAY TO CONSUME: Dabs
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.
Liza
POSITION: Budtender
JOINED ENLIGHTEN: Nov '22
FAV STRAIN: Apple Fritter
FAV WAY TO CONSUME: Joints & Spliffs
Born and raised in Anchorage, Liza is a homebody who loves a good nature walk. She loves cooking, trying two new recipes a week! Sometimes you can find her curled up with a book and her cat, Brochacho. Liza loves to be cozy with some cannabis!
Winston
POSITION: Brand Director
JOINED ENLIGHTEN: Nov '17
FAV STRAIN: Acapulco Gold
FAV WAY TO CONSUME: Doobies
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 makes epic salads and even better tacos.
Kyle
POSITION: Finance Officer
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, as well as spending time with his family.
Eileen
POSITION: Wholesale Manager
JOINED ENLIGHTEN: Aug '22
FAV STRAIN: Tropicana Cherry
FAV WAY TO CONSUME: Dabbing
Eileen is a forward focused community member who loves to volunteer and promote concerts. She has a background in corporate merchandising for some of Alaska's best brands. Eileen hopes to educate more people on cannabis and uplift the industry.
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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.
Leah
POSITION: Co-Owner
FAV STRAIN: Tropicana Cherries
FAV WAY TO CONSUME: Joints
Leah is a yoga teacher, a dog momma, a tiny human 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.
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, his young son and daughter, fishing with his older son, and chasing around his jack russell terrier, Milo.
ENLIGHTEN ALASKA
CANNABIS RETAIL STORE
IN THE HEART OF SPENARD
2600 SPENARD RD ANCHORAGE, AK 99503