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Small Business FAQs

...other economic opportunities to low- and very low-income persons, especially recipients of government assistance for housing, and to businesses that provide economic opportunities to low- and very low-income persons. Learn more here! For support, contact our friends at the Procurement Technical Assi...

Is your goal to buy or sell a business?

...eller. This allows the seller to turn over to the buyers all financial documents in a confidential manner Obtain 3-5 years of financials from the seller This might include business tax returns and the ending balance sheet for each year, Profit & Loss Statement (P&L), Cash Flow Statement and ...

‘Buy Alaska’ makes the case for local resiliency, growth (KCAW)

...an-owned businesses is available here! And of course, learn more about BuyAlaska at www.buyalaska.com...

Empowering Small Businesses: Alaska SBDC’s Guide to Robust Web Integration

...safeguard their reputation. Protect Yourself from Online Scams – No-cost Basics of Cybersecurity Phishing Training – No-cost Secure Technology Strategy for Small Businesses Enhancing Online Distribution and Delivery Services The Alaska SBDC understands the importance of efficient online distribution...

Keely’s Coffee House

...th style to further connect with and serve the Mat-Su community. The Alaska SBDC is proud to have supported Keely during the process of successfully purchasing her business and making it her own. Congratulations, Keely! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/keelyscoffeehouse/ Instagram: https://www.inst...

Choosing a NAICS Code for Your Small Business

...of Alaska uses. That list can be found at https://www.commerce.alaska.gov/web/portals/5/pub/BUS_NAICS_Codes.pdf. Look up the NAICS code you found in the first step to verify it is applicable in the State of Alaska. Repeat this step if you have more than one LOB. *NOTE: Business owners should always g...

Highlighting Keely’s Coffee House

Located in the strip mall across from Walmart is Keely’s Coffee House. A place to relax, caffeinate, and connect. Keely’s Coffee House is known for its welcoming and cozy atmosphere, delicious breakfast options, and friendly and experienced baristas. With reviews that rave of the girls “knowing thei...

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

...34%) Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing, and Hunting (-27%) Accommodation and Food Services (-31%) Transportation & Warehousing ([-42%) By aggregating the data, it is clear that Southeast Alaska is struggling. The top 5 hardest-hit boroughs by revenue change include: Skagway (-58%), Ketchikan (-52%), Wra...

Choosing A NAICS code

...Alaska uses. That list can be found here: https://www.commerce.alaska.gov/web/portals/5/pub/BUS_NAICS_Codes.pdf . Look up the code you found in the first step to verify it is applicable in the State of Alaska. Repeat this step if you have more than one LOB. *NOTE: When looking through the PDF if the...

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...

Blue & Gold Boardshop

...he dream,” said Borgstede. “The SBDC provides fresh eyes and another perspective that’s backed with experience”. Blue & Gold not only sells top quality gear but is a place for the boarding community to come together. Check out the space via their Cribs-style video or visit them in person ...

HeBrews Christian Cafe

...y HeBrews for a quality meal! Website: https://HeBrews-cafe.business.site/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pg/HeBrewsCafeAK/...

Bringing a Brick and Mortar Business Online

A Little Understanding Goes a Long Way

...t, the more success you’l l have.” This is a very counter-intuitive concept that meets with a lot of resistance because defining a tight niche market feels limiting. While that may be true, it is also true that the tighter your market niche, the more effective your marketing. Consider ...

Young’s Gear LLC

...ars not only in helping us in the purchase of the company in 2007, offering advice and suggestions on how to better our day to day operations and providing us with financial projections over the last couple of years,” said Herrin. “The SBDC also was instrumental in nominating [us] ...

Highlighting: HeBrews Christian Cafe

...sica and Bryan Spradling purchased the assets of a local sandwich shop this spring and have since turned it into a Christian-themed cafe. HeBrews Christian Cafe is a family-owned and operated business that employs their two young sons to work the counter and help make sandwiches; instilling a sense ...

Developing Your Website Marketing Strategy – Part 3: Five Biggest Social Media Myths

July Update from the Alaska SBDC Executive Director

...portant, is supporting Alaskan businesses through buy-local efforts. This is why I am pleased to announce the relaunch of the BuyAlaska program which you can read more about in this newsletter. This initiative will help to connect people with Alaskan owned businesses in their community and will showc...

This Holiday Season, BuyAlaska

...siness directory and holiday gift guide. This user-friendly online platform connects consumers with a vast array of Alaskan businesses, ranging from artisans and craftsmen to restaurants and retailers. By exploring the BuyAlaska directory, shoppers can discover hidden gems in their communities and ac...

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...