Calista

Calista Corporation is an Alaska Native regional corporation operating a diversified portfolio of businesses across various sectors, including heavy civil and arctic construction, environmental remediation, and resource management. The company also offers rural camp services, engages in heavy equipment sales, and participates in a mining initiative focused on gold extraction within the Yukon-Kuskokwim region. This expansive operational scope leverages strategic investments in engineering, communications, and technology services.

The corporation was established on June 12, 1972, in Alaska, following the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act (ANCSA) of 1971. Founded with the purpose of managing land and financial assets on behalf of its constituents, it represents over 38,100 Alaska Native shareholders, predominantly of Yup'ik descent. This foundational insight centered on creating a sustainable economic engine to benefit the region's indigenous population.

Calista Corporation primarily serves its Alaska Native shareholders, striving to enhance their collective economic and social well-being. The company's vision is to operate as a world-class corporation that embodies cultural values, servant leadership, and economic prosperity. It remains committed to managing natural resources and business operations to foster long-term benefits for its shareholders and the broader region.