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...e of your business. Prepare yourself with tools needed to successfully exit your business here. Some of these resources may be self-explanatory, while others might require the assistance of an Alaska SBDC Advisor. If you need assistance, contact the Alaska SBDC office nearest you. How can I reserve a...
Is your goal to buy or sell a business?
...ly. Alaska SBDC services are private, individualized, and no-cost, we just ask you register to work with us. This has you create an online client file as well as review our confidentiality. Create an SBDC client file Your registration will be accepted by our State Office, who will have ...
‘Buy Alaska’ makes the case for local resiliency, growth (KCAW)
...cate and encourage the public to shop from Alaskan-owned businesses first.” “Supporting small businesses also means that we are supporting our regional resiliency,” said Ashbaugh. “The growth of businesses regionally spurs innovation and growth that is unique to our locations, and this can be really...
Empowering Small Businesses: Alaska SBDC’s Guide to Robust Web Integration
...entrepreneurs with the knowledge and resources needed to achieve robust web integration. By tapping into the available tools, workshops, and personalized consultations, businesses can strengthen their online presence, drive sales, ensure cybersecurity, and optimize distribution and delivery services...
Choosing a NAICS Code for Your Small Business
...it NAICS code will appear when the license is viewed online. This is important because while you may be licensed for 451211 (Book Stores) you are technically also licensed for 448219 (Shoe Stores). In other words, closely related NAICS codes may be under the same LOB, and if so, ...
Choosing A NAICS code
...The full code will appear when the license is viewed online. This is important because while you may be licensed for 451211 (Book Stores) you are technically also licensed for 448219 (Shoe Stores). In other words, closely related NAICS codes may be under the same LOB, and if so, ...
BuyAlaska is Back!
...tate. It has never been more important to support buy-local efforts and to make it easy for Alaskans to find and purchase from local vendors. The BuyAlaska webpage at BuyAlaska.com seeks to provide access to statewide small businesses and to educate consumers about the direct benefits of keeping our...
This Holiday Season, BuyAlaska
...shop locally, 63% of your money stays in Alaska, compared to just 22% when you purchase from an external big business. Shopping locally strengthens the economy by retaining money within the community, creating jobs, and supporting entrepreneurship. Additionally, it reduces the environmental impact a...
May 2023 Update from the Alaska SBDC Executive Director
...inesses across the state as well through their one-on-one advising, workshops and new tools like the TurboSBIR platform the Alaska SBDC is launching this month to support technology and innovation focused businesses. If you haven’t spoken to an advisor lately to hear about all of the new services and...
BlueWater BaseCamp, LLC
...construction, Russ had the knowledge and skills needed to build the project; combined with Teal’s expansive experience in real estate, tourism, and both being avid adventurers, they have the perfect synergy to fulfill their dream. BlueWater BaseCamp is the fulfillment of their dream, providing both A...
BuyAlaska
...o decades ago, driven by a mission to help Alaskan-owned businesses mitigate negative impacts from the influx of big box stores and national retailers. BuyAlaska’s mission has shifted over time, moving from encouraging the purchase of Alaskan-owned businesses goods and services only, to encouraging s...
New Online Portal for Filing Form 1099
...illions of paper Forms 1099 we project will be filed in 2023 and demonstrates our commitment to finding useful and innovative ways of reducing paperwork on the business community and others issuing 1099s. This is part of the larger effort underway to make improvements and transform operations at the...
February Update from the Alaska SBDC Executive Director
...this February and year round! If you haven’t checked out the BuyAlaska directory of local businesses, you’re missing out on one of the best buy local resources in the state! For those of you who have businesses that buy in bulk, I am happy to share in the excitement ...
Blaines Art in Anchorage Closing Black Friday
...all Business Saturday, where shoppers are encouraged to go out and buy local. Interested in joining Small Business Saturday? Take a selfie of yourself shopping small on November 28th and post it on any social media site using the hashtag #BuyAlaska. There will be a drawing to give away ...
Contact Us
...clients uninterrupted and dedicated service, unscheduled walk-in visits are not available. To work with a Business Advisor, you must be registered with us. To learn more about working with us, please see our Getting Started page. Main contact: info@aksbdc.org on this page Statewide Operations Anchora...
SBA Launches New, Free Online Digital Learning Platform
...apital. Each journey contains content and tools needed to grow your business. Additional topics will be added over time. “The Ascent digital learning platform is a practical, user-friendly tool and a one-stop-shop for female entrepreneurs to gain knowledge on how to elevate their business goals, over...
FAQs About the Alaska SBDC
...nstitute (BEI). SBDCs are nationwide and offer one-on-one, no-cost confidential counseling, low-cost workshops, and reference libraries. SBDCs are part of the nation-wide Association of Small Business Development Centers (ASBDC), which works on behalf of the SBDCs nationwide to support small business...
Alaska SBDC COVID-19 Update: Economic Injury Disaster Loan is Open for Alaska
...eceive the money within three (3) weeks on a first-come, first-serve basis. Incomplete information and verification of collateral will delay the approval process Are you ready to apply? Applicants may apply online using the Electronic Loan Application (ELA) via SBA’s secure website at https://disaste...
September Update from the Alaska SBDC Executive Director
...upporting Alaska’s technology and innovation focused businesses. BuyAlaska is hard at work encouraging locals and visitors to buy local and support local economies. On top of all of the work we’re currently doing, we’re also working on launching a slew of new programs and initiatives over the next ye...