Raised between a small town in Iowa and Kotzebue, Grace ‘Igluguq’ Graves grew up with her grandparents, Richard and Grace (Wells) Graves. Her mother hailed from Noorvik. Igluguq, named after her Auntie Mildred Sampson, now resides in Waterloo, Iowa, with her husband of 19 years, Mike, and their beloved cats, Sassy and Sunny, affectionately called […]
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Celebrating Exceptional Courage: James Webb Saves a Life at Alpine Camp
In the high-stakes environment of the oil and gas industry, ensuring the safety and well-being of all personnel is paramount. At NMS, we take immense pride in our team members who exemplify our commitment to these values. Today, we want to spotlight one such individual whose actions have profoundly impacted our community. Meet James Webb […]
Enhancing Nutrition Education Through NMS Chef Day
At NMS, we are dedicated to promoting health and wellness through exceptional food services in the education sector. Our commitment to this mission is exemplified by the impactful work of our Executive Chef, Patrick Sandoval, and the revitalized NMS Chef Day program. This year, Chef Sandoval and his team served over 800 students across the […]
2024 Small Wastewater System of the Year
NMS is thrilled to announce that Alyeska Pipeline Service Company’s Pump Station 4 Wastewater facility, operated under our management, has been honored as the 2024 Small Wastewater System of the Year. This recognition highlights the outstanding performance and dedication of our workgroup. The prestigious award was presented at the 2024 Alaska Water Wastewater Management Association […]
Introducing the NANAtkut Leadership Acceleration Program
We are excited to announce the launch of the NANAtkut Leadership Acceleration Program, a new initiative that underscores NANA’s commitment to nurturing and investing in our most valuable asset—our people. This eight-month pilot program is tailored to cultivate leadership qualities that resonate with NANA’s Iñupiat Iḷitqusiat values, ensuring our leaders are well-equipped to drive our […]
50 Years of Excellence
In 1974, amidst the bustling construction of the Trans-Alaska Pipeline System, a small but determined venture named NANA Commercial Catering was born. This was the beginning of what would become NANA Management Services (NMS). From providing essential food services to the hardworking individuals in remote camps, our journey was set on a course of growth, […]
