Alaska Small Business Development Center

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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,

Comprehensive Cybersecurity Defense Training on June 19

The goal of Comprehensive Cybersecurity Defense (CCD) is to provide technical personnel with the hands-on expertise necessary to defend communication and data networks from cybersecurity events. CCD is a four day course that will expose

This June, We’re Focused on our Inclusive Vision

Inclusive entrepreneurship is a vital component of the business world, and this June, the Alaska Small Business Development Center is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive environment for all entrepreneurs. Through inclusive vision, we

Two Live Workshops in Fairbanks on March 9, 2023

Due to a generous sponsorship from Wells Fargo Bank, the Fairbanks SBDC is offering two LIVE classes on March 9, 2023. Mark your calendars and join the Fairbanks SBDC team at their office located in

UAF Arctic Innovation Competition Submission Deadline is March 3, 2023

The UAF Arctic Innovation Competition is Alaska’s original idea contest for innovators, creative thinkers and entrepreneurs. Ideas can be completely new, never invented or it’s something currently made, reimagined or improved upon. Started in 2009

Applications Due March 5 for Alaska Interior Business Accelerator (AIBA)

The Alaska Interior Business Accelerator (AIBA) application for the spring 2023 Accelerator Program opened on 2/6 and will close on 3/5/2023.  This program is for aspiring and especially early stage entrepreneurs. The first accelerator meeting will

Wells Fargo Provides Funding to Support Interior Businesses

The Alaska SBDC is proud to announce a new partnership with Wells Fargo Bank to support Interior businesses. Through a $20,000 grant to the Alaska SBDC, Wells Fargo has allowed us to provide expanded services, free

Alaska SBDC and EPSCoR Congratulate the 2022 Phase 0 Grant Awardees

The Alaska SBDC and UAF’s EPSCoR are proud to announce this year’s recipients of the TREND Phase 0 grants.  Through the TREND Phase 0 Program, grants of up to $10,000 are awarded to Alaskan innovators

Join Alaska SBDC and EPSCoR in Congratulating its 2021 Phase 0 Grant Awardees

Through the TREND Phase 0 Program at the Alaska Small Business Development Center (Alaska SBDC) in partnership with the University of Alaska Fairbanks Established Program to Stimulate Competitive Research (EPSCoR), $10,000 grants are awarded to

National Small Business Week 2021 Virtual Summit Announced September 13-15

Coming up on September 13 – September 15, 2021: National Small Business Week Virtual Summit hosted by the U.S. Small Business Administration   Attend this free, online event to learn new business strategies, meet other

SBA Announces Opening of Paycheck Protection Program Direct Forgiveness Portal

SBA Announces Opening of Paycheck Protection Program Direct Forgiveness Portal New portal will streamline applications for loans $150K or less for over 6.5 million businesses  WASHINGTON – The  U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is launching a streamlined

July Update from the Alaska SBDC Executive Director

Slowly but surely things have been getting back to normal around the state with masks being seen less frequently and stores opening up more fully. People are even traveling again! That’s good news for the

SBA Hosts National SBIR Week to Connect Technology Innovators & Entrepreneurs with Research Funding

SBA Hosts National SBIR Week to Connect Technology Innovators & Entrepreneurs with Research Funding  WASHINGTON – The U.S. Small Business Administration will host 2021 National SBIR Week on July 19 through July 23 for small business innovators.  The virtual event will connect

SBA Administrator Announces Closure of Restaurant Revitalization Fund (RRF) Program

SBA Administrator Announces Closure of Restaurant Revitalization Fund Program Over 100k restaurants were awarded $28.6 billion; Average award was $283K On July 2, 2021, the U.S. Small Business Administration Administrator Isabel Guzman announces the closure of the Restaurant

Office Closure: Mon, Jul 5 + Tues, July 6

Happy 4th of July! In alignment with the University of Alaska Anchorage, Alaska SBDC offices will be closed in observance of the Independence Day holiday on Monday, July 5, and Tuesday, July 6. Please send

Invitation to Participate in Alaska SBDC’s TREND Program for the SBIR Phase 0 Grant

Invitation to Participate in Alaska SBDC’s TREND Program for the SBIR Phase 0 Grant TREND will award SBIR Phase 0 funding of up to $10,000 in cash to 4 winning entries Alaska, June 14, 2021

The Lemon Season is Here! Lemonade Day Alaska is on Saturday, June 26!

The Lemon Season is Here! Lemonade Day Alaska is on Saturday, June 26! How do you introduce Alaska’s future generation to the thrill of entrepreneurship, the importance of financial management, and the excitement of running

49SAF Co-investment Fund

The 49th State Angel Fund launched the 49SAF Co-investment Fund for Alaska businesses in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.   The 49SAF Co-investment Fund is a dollar-for-dollar fund: 49SAF will match new cash equity (or

SBA Launches ‘Community Navigator Pilot’ Program Application 

SBA Launches ‘Community Navigator Pilot’ Program Application $100 million competitive grant program to strengthen outreach to businesses in underserved communities enacted through the American Rescue Plan WASHINGTON – The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced today that it is accepting applications for its new Community Navigator Pilot Program.

Alaska SBDC Releases Compelling COVID-19 Impact Data on Small Businesses

Alaska SBDC Releases Compelling COVID-19 Impact Data on Small Businesses Tourism and Hiring Present Ongoing Challenges for Alaskans Alaska – May 19, 2021 – The Alaska Small Business Development Center (Alaska SBDC) has released its