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Hispanic Heritage Month – Entrepreneur Round Table On October 13, Anchorage Center Director Carlos Machuca joined local Hispanic business entrepreneurs for an inspiring Entrepreneur Round Table in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month hosted by Anchorage

SSBCI November 2023 Impact Update

As of November, the Alaska SSBCI soared to new heights, with a whopping $10.9M injected into the ambitions of 23 businesses, sparking positive impact across 18 communities with 17 Statewide Economic Development Initiative (SEDI) businesses

Alaska SBDC in Fairbanks has a new location!

The Alaska SBDC in Fairbanks has a new office space at 330 Wendell Ave, Suite C, Fairbanks, Alaska 99701. The new phone number will be 907-786-7253! We’re excited to welcome you to our new home,

Empowering Alaska’s Veterans with Alaska SBDC Support

In the expanse of Alaska’s wilderness, a different kind of hero emerges – our veterans, who transition from military service to entrepreneurial pursuits, shaping not just their own destinies, but also the future of Alaska’s

Innovators Hall of Fame 2024 – Now Accepting Nominations

SCoR invites nominations of outstanding innovators or innovations from Alaskan communities and villages who have made achievements which have impacted quality of life, economic development, the environment, and/or the welfare of the people of Alaska

BuyAlaska Holiday Gift Guide: Submissions Open!

It’s almost our favorite time of the year and you know what that means… the BuyAlaska Program is taking submissions for this year’s Holiday Gift Guide! This is always such a fun and helpful guide

Lending Resources & Strategies for Success: In-Person Workshop on October 24

Join us at the Alaska Small Business Development Center in Wasilla for an exclusive session on “Financing Your Business: Lending Resources & Strategies for Success” with Carrie Callaway Cardy, Vice President & Senior SBA Relationship

Alaska SSBCI October 2023 Impact Update

In just one month, loans guaranteed by Alaska’s State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI) witnessed an extraordinary leap. From September to October, loan values soared from $8.5 million to an incredible $10.7 million, fueling the dreams

SBA Cybersecurity Guide & Virtual Events

Cybersecurity Guide Surveys have shown that a majority of small business owners feel their businesses are vulnerable to a cyberattack. Yet many small businesses cannot afford professional IT solutions, have limited time to devote to

October is National Women’s Small Business Month

Women mean business and Alaska SBDC and SBA are here to support! Together, we help women entrepreneurs launch new businesses and compete in the marketplace. See the SBA’s guide for women-owned businesses to connect with

Alaska SBDC In The Community

Alaska Native Economic Development Conversations In an important conversation between Ruth Wolfe, Alaska SBDC Rural Business Advisor, and Debbie Atuk for Alaska Native Economic Development Conversations, learn about the Alaska SBDC’s initiatives in safeguarding intellectual property,

October Update from the Alaska SBDC Executive Director

Anyone who knows me knows that October is one of my favorite times of year. The air gets crisp, the crabapples are ripe, and any snow that falls is a cause for joy instead of

TREND Phase 0 Award Recipient Spotlight

Copper River Fish Market is not your average seafood shop. They are on a mission-driven, fisher(wo)man-founded e-commerce destination on a quest to make waves in the seafood world! Their mission is simple but powerful: to

Operation Entrepreneur: Virtual Event with In-Person Networking Event

In recognition of National Veteran Small Business Week (NVSBW), the Veteran Business Outreach Center at Business Impact NW will host several days of free programming. Operation Entrepreneur equips veteran business owners with tools to succeed

Wishing Russ Talvi a Happy Retirement!

After 11 incredible years of dedicated service, our Alaska SBDC Fairbanks Center Director, Russ Talvi, is embarking on a well-deserved retirement! Russ’s impact on our organization and the business community is immeasurable. With over 30

Navigating the Digital Battlefield: How Alaska SBDC Can Help Safeguard Your Business in Cybersecurity Awareness Month

In our progressively interconnected world, safeguarding your business’s digital assets is absolutely crucial. As we step into October, which is dedicated to Cybersecurity Awareness, the Alaska Small Business Development Center (SBDC) stands ready to assist

Council to decide on funding local SBDC advisor

By Delcenia Cosman • September 20, 2023 The Homer City Council will hold a public hearing at its next meeting on Sept. 25 before deciding whether to partially fund the local small business adviser position.

DCCED Office of International Trade Awarded $100,000 from SBA to Assist Small Business Exporters

Wednesday, September 20, 2023 (ANCHORAGE, AK) – The State of Alaska Department of Commerce, Community, and Economic Development (DCCED), Office of International Trade has been awarded $100,000 from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) through the

Congratulations, Carlos! Alaska SBDC’s 2023 State Star

Congratulations to Carlos Machuca, Alaska SBDC Anchorage Center Director, on being awarded the 2023 State Star! This prestigious accolade is given to an outstanding employee from each SBDC across the nation, recognizing their exemplary performance,

SBA Cyber Summit in October

Every Wednesday in October, get the tips you need to strengthen your small business’s cybersecurity and hear from experts like Internet pioneer and Google Chief Internet Evangelist Vint Cerf! The SBA will convene experts from