Alaska Communications Welcomes John Sims to Board of Directors

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ANCHORAGE, Alaska--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov 24, 2025--

Alaska Communications is pleased to announce the appointment of John Sims, President of ENSTAR Natural Gas Company, to its Board of Directors.

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Born and raised in Eagle River, Sims brings deep Alaska roots and a lifelong commitment to serving the unique needs of Alaskans. His extensive leadership experience, including nearly two decades at ENSTAR, reflects a proven ability to guide organizations through growth and challenges while keeping community at the forefront. Under his leadership, ENSTAR has strengthened its role as a trusted energy provider, emphasizing collaboration and resilience, values that align closely with Alaska Communications’ vision to connect Alaskans to each other and the world.

“John’s understanding of Alaska’s communities and his track record of strategic leadership make him an outstanding addition to our board,” said Brad Martin, Alaska Communications board chair. “His perspective will help us continue expanding access to and delivering reliable, advanced connectivity across the state.”

“I’m honored to join the Alaska Communications board,” said John Sims. “Reliable communication is essential for our state’s growth and resilience, and I look forward to working with this team to strengthen services that support our communities.”

Sims holds an MBA from the University of Alaska Anchorage and has dedicated his career to improving infrastructure and quality of life for Alaskans. His appointment underscores Alaska Communications’ commitment to local leadership and community-driven progress.

About Alaska Communications

Alaska Communications, an affiliate of ATN International, Inc. (NASDAQ: ATNI), is a leading provider of mission and life-critical communications infrastructure in Alaska. The company operates a robust and advanced statewide fiber network and a highly diverse undersea fiber optic system that connects Alaska to the contiguous U.S. For additional information, visit www.AlaskaCommunications.com.

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Heather Marron, Alaska Communications

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