Akana is the outcome of a merger between two professional services firms – Cooper Zietz Engineers and Cascade Design Professi ... onals – both Native American owned, both leaders in their field. The merger cemented a long-term business relationship, expanded the range of our individual service capabilities, and created opportunities to enter new markets. As one entity, Akana can now serve clients through every stage of a project, from planning through design, construction and commissioning. read more