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October is National Women’s Small Business Month

October 12, 2023 SBA
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

October 11, 2023 Rural
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

October 9, 2023
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

October 9, 2023 TREND/SBIR
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

October 9, 2023 Anchorage Veterans
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!

October 6, 2023
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

October 1, 2023
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

September 22, 2023
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

September 21, 2023
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

September 15, 2023
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

September 13, 2023 SBA
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

Alaska SBDC Presents at America’s SBDC National Conference

September 12, 2023
This year, a small team from Alaska SBDC attended the 44th annual America’s SBDC National Conference – and had the honor of presenting on this year’s hottest topic. America’s SBDC (of which the Alaska SBDC

Grants for Moms in Business – Applications Due by September 30

September 8, 2023 Funding & Loans
Applications are open now for the High Five Grant for Moms! The Mama Ladder International and Lowes Home Improvement help MOMS BUILD BUSINESS and are awarding 8 grants from $1K – $10K to ambitious mom

Alaska SSBCI September 2023 Impact Update

September 8, 2023 SSBCI
As of late, Alaska SSBCI has facilitated $8,512,901 in loans – benefiting 16 businesses and 13 communities across the state. Partnerships with leading banks and lending centers, including Northrim Bank, First National Bank Alaska, Cook Inlet

September Update from the Alaska SBDC Executive Director

September 7, 2023
This has been an exciting month for the Alaska SBDC! Several of our team travelled to Nashville, TN for the annual America’s SBDC Conference to learn from other SBDCs across the country and teach them

Protecting Your Small Business: A Guide to Planning for Natural Disasters

September 1, 2023
September is National Preparedness Month, and it’s a great time for small businesses to start planning for natural disasters. Alaska is no stranger to natural disasters, and small businesses are especially vulnerable to their effects.

Introducing Tyler Arnold, New TREND Program Director and the 2023 TREND Phase 0 Award Recipients

August 29, 2023 TREND/SBIR
Meet Tyler Arnold, the newly appointed Director of the TREND Program. With a strong background in entrepreneurship and a passion for supporting Alaskan small businesses and entrepreneurs, Tyler brings a wealth of experience to the

$50k of 2023 SBIR Phase 0 Awards Go to Alaskan Companies

August 15, 2023 TREND/SBIR
We extend our congratulations to the five Alaskan companies who have been selected to receive a 2023 SBIR Phase 0 Award! Your unwavering commitment towards pioneering research plays a vital role in driving Alaska’s economic

Alaska SSBCI August Update

August 14, 2023 SSBCI
With loan values totaling $7,376,300, Alaska SSBCI has helped Alaskan lenders fund 13 businesses, positively impacting 11 communities including Anchorage, Fairbanks, Kenai, Ketchikan, Kotzebue, Naknek, Palmer, Seward, Wasilla, White Mountain, and Yakutat. Successful partnerships with

August Update from the Alaska SBDC Executive Director

August 7, 2023
It’s that time of year again in Alaska! The season of blueberries and raspberries, as well as all of the late summer festivals and events! If you’re like me, you can’t wait for the Alaska State Fair
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