Within The Wild Unveils New Women-Led Alaska Destination Management Company

Image: Alaska Beyond kayak adventure (Photo Credit: Alaska Beyond)
Image: Alaska Beyond kayak adventure (Photo Credit: Alaska Beyond)
Noreen Kompanik
by Noreen Kompanik
Last updated: 12:45 PM ET, Fri August 15, 2025

Within The Wild Adventure Company, a family-owned hospitality group in Southcentral Alaska, has unveiled ‘Alaska Beyond,’ a women-led destination management company that captures the wild essence of Alaska while empowering women in the state’s hospitality industry.

Mandy Dixon, Lindsay Mondschein and Kirsten Dixon are leading the charge with their decades of experience in Alaska’s tourism landscape, bringing bespoke itineraries and high-end culinary adventures to its guests. Remote glacier treks, private wildlife encounters and gourmet meals crafted by award-winning chefs are all included in its one-of-a-kind journeys.

Kirsten Dixon said, "The launch of Alaska Beyond marks a remarkable chapter of growth and impact in the evolution of our business. Central to this growth has been our dedicated emphasis on mentoring young women within our team. Recognizing the critical importance of nurturing the next generation of leaders, I've prioritized mentorship as a foundational value of Alaska Beyond."

The new company launch represents a natural step for the Dixon family’s mission to share Alaska’s untamed beauty with visitors. Even before its formal launch in September 2025, Alaska Beyond’s partnerships have funneled $128,000 in tourism revenues to lodges, farms and artisans, underlining its commitment to supporting Alaska entrepreneurs in remote communities and aligning with partners who share its dedication to sustainable practices.

"At Alaska Beyond, sustainability isn’t a slogan—it’s built into everything we do,” said Mandy Dixon in a statement. “Here in Alaska, we see climate change’s effects every day, and we feel a deep responsibility to protect these wild places so future visitors can experience them. With Alaska Beyond, we’ve built a network of like-minded, small-scale operators who share our commitment to regenerative practices and radical hospitality."   

This new venture builds on more than 40 years of sustainable luxury hospitality in the Alaska backcountry. Through award‑winning wilderness lodges—like Tutka Bay Lodge—and transformative adventures, Within the Wild Adventure Company has earned an international reputation for world‑class service, cuisine, and authenticity. Alaska Beyond is both a culmination of that heritage and a fresh expression of the family’s vision for the future.


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