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The Empty Office Podcast - Season 3, Episode 18

Senator Tobin is joined by Brian Holst, the long-time Executive Director of the Juneau Economic Development Council, to talk about Juneau as Alaska's capital city.

For this episode of The Empty Office Podcast, Senator Tobin is joined by Juneau Economic Development Council Executive Director Brian Holst. He’s a graduate of Juneau-Douglas High School and Notre Dame University. Brian Holst has a wealth of experience in community and economic development, both in Alaska and internationally.

Topics addressed during this episode include the Peace Corps, housing, and efforts by Juneau to support the work of the Alaska State Legislature. Senator Tobin and Brian Holst also delve into the role of government in supporting economic development efforts.

FYI, the person that Brian Holst chose to sit next to Senator Tobin in the Alaska State Senate was Elizabeth Peratrovich, who led the charge to end discrimination against Alaska Natives.

A mural painted on the side of a building in downtown Juneau depicts Elizabeth Peratrovich.

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