About

Shaping Tomorrow Since 1922

First National has proudly served Alaskans and Alaska businesses for more than a century. Our bank is founded on a rich history, a strong commitment to community, and on providing exceptional financial services to individuals and businesses across the state.

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Our Mission

The bank’s multi-part mission is to safekeep depositors’ money, provide all legitimate financial services to the community consistent with bank resources, furnish employees with competitive salaries and a pleasant working environment, and earn a proper return for shareholders. For more than a century our commitment to the mission has served our customers, our employees, our communities and our shareholders well.

Five people stand with arms crossed and smile in front of the First National Bank Alaska building. They are wearing matching shirts and pose confidently.

In 2024, Alaska Business readers voted First National “Best of Alaska Business” in the Best Place to Work category for the ninth year in a row, Best Bank/Credit Union for the fourth time running, and Best Customer Service.

In 2023, American Banker recognized First National as a “Best Bank to Work For” for the sixth consecutive year. The bank was also voted “Best of Alaska” in 2023 in the Anchorage Daily News awards for the fifth year in a row, earning the top spot, the Platinum Award in the Bank/Financial category.