Akima Shareholder employees in the spotlight at Akima
At Akima, shareholder employees bring a unique perspective, deep cultural roots, and a shared commitment to our mission. From summer interns to business leaders, these individuals show how early opportunities can grow into meaningful careers. Below, we highlight some of our talented NANA shareholders who have built meaningful careers at Akima.
Mark Schuerch
NANA
Born and raised in Anchorage, Mark Schuerch began his professional journey as a shareholder summer intern in 2022. Across four internships, he explored marketing and communications before moving into corporate development, gaining broad insight into Akima’ s operations and mission. In 2025, he joined the corporate development team full-time as a business support specialist.“ The internships taught me how office life works, but more importantly, I learned about the history and culture of the NANA region,” says Mark, a 2025 Purdue University graduate with a degree in English. His experience shows how internships can provide both practical skills and a stronger understanding of purpose.
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Originally from Nome, Alaska, Jamie Adams has spent more than 11 years building her career with Akima. Today, she serves as operations manager for the facility solutions group, drawing on years of experience in project management and business operations across multiple subsidiaries. A graduate of Eastern Oregon University with a degree in business administration and international business, Jamie recently earned her MBA with Akima’ s support. Her roots in the NANA region remain strong. She grew up visiting Kotzebue and fishing in Sisaulik, maintaining close family ties to the region. Jamie’ s journey reflects steady growth, continued learning, and a lasting commitment to Akima’ s mission. |
Nate Minor Jr. |
Ten years after starting as a shareholder summer intern, Nate Minor Jr. returned to Akima as director of corporate projects and operations. His career began in 2015 with Akima’ s IT help desk, where he discovered both a passion for technology and a talent for bridging business and technical teams. After gaining experience in product management and other technical roles, Nate rejoined Akima earlier this year. He has embraced the pace and complexity of government contracting while finding renewed meaning in work that supports shareholders and communities. For Nate, returning to Akima represents both professional growth and a reaffirmed connection to his heritage. |
Lexus Smith
Advanced training and readiness solutions through Akima
Akima has expanded into advanced training & readiness solutions, a growing focus area in modern mission support. Through this capability, the company helps federal and military personnel prepare for complex operations using immersive technology and expert instruction.
Beyond traditional classroom learning, Akima delivers hands-on training in
Born in Anchorage with family roots in Kotzebue, Lexus Smith transformed a summer internship into a growing career with Akima’ s emerging markets group. After earning her business management degree from the University of Alaska Anchorage, she relocated to Herndon, Virginia, where she continues refining systems she first helped build as an intern. Leaving her close-knit family was not easy, but Lexus credits Akima’ s strong shareholder community with easing the transition.“ Akima gave me a safe space to grow, to contribute, and to build a future,” she shares. What began as an internship became both a professional launch point and a deeper connection to her heritage.
realistic, risk-free environments. Using simulation, virtual and augmented reality, and AI-enabled coaching tools, personnel build confidence, speed, and precision before entering the field.
Akima manages the full training lifecycle, from curriculum design to certification and live instruction, with programs that can be deployed quickly and scaled globally.
Samantha Osborne
Today, Akima subsidiaries support U. S. Air Force training environments, Army maneuver centers, Navy C4I programs, and mission rehearsal tools for Special Operations Forces.
This growing capability reflects Akima’ s continued evolution as a technologyenabled mission partner, strengthening long-term stability and value for NANA shareholders.
Born and raised in Anchorage with deep family ties to the NANA region, Samantha Osborne built her path to Akima through two summer internships with the legal team. After earning her law degree from St. Thomas University, she returned full-time as corporate counsel, supporting research and legal matters under VP and General Counsel Anne Donahue. Now based in Reston, Virginia, Samantha says her work carries special significance because it connects her to shareholders and the mission she grew up with.“ Working at Akima lets me support that community in a meaningful way,” she shares. Her journey reflects how early exposure can evolve into long-term impact.
Akima employment opportunities
Akima is proud to offer career opportunities created specifically for NANA shareholders, whether you are building experience through school or ready to take the next professional step.
If you are enrolled in a degree program, Akima’ s paid summer internships provide hands-on experience in areas such as human resources, marketing, program management, and accounting. Positions are available in Anchorage,
Herndon, Virginia, and Huntsville, Alabama, and include competitive pay with housing, travel, and transportation expenses paid by Akima. Internships are open to students of any age and offer a meaningful way to gain experience while strengthening your connection to Akima’ s mission. Learn more at info. akima. com / internships.
Pegasus Aviation, an Akima company, is also hiring NANA shareholder employees in Anchorage for a variety of airport roles, including aircraft maintenance assistant, cabin appearance agent, ramp service agent, shop lead, HR coordinator, GSE technician, and shuttle driver. These positions provide a strong foundation in the aviation industry and can open the door to opportunities worldwide. Explore openings at pegasusanc. com / careers.
Magen Barr, Annie Downey, and Gabriel Crisp are NANA shareholders taking advantage of internship opportunities at Akima.
The Hunter | 2026 Spring Edition
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