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Small Business FAQs

...ur business will be. For example, if it is in Anchorage, go to the Anchorage municipality page for a comprehensive list of categories that require additional permits. Who should I have on my team? Having a working relationship with the following professionals will save you time and money down

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

...eveloping robust web integration strategies. From online sales and marketing to cybersecurity and online distribution and delivery services, the Alaska SBDC offers comprehensive solutions tailored to the unique needs of small businesses. Developing Robust Web Integration The Alaska SBDC understands t...

Bringing a Brick and Mortar Business Online

New Online Portal for Filing Form 1099

...Form 1099 series information returns using a new online portal, available free from the IRS. Known as the Information Returns Intake System (IRIS), this free electronic filing service is secure, accurate and requires no special software. Though available to any business of any size, IRIS may be espe...

SBA Launches New, Free Online Digital Learning Platform

Ascent built to assist nearly 13 million women-owned small businesses WASHINGTON – The U.S. Small Business Administration Administrator Jovita Carranza, today announced the launch of Ascent, a first-of-its-kind, free digital e-learning platform geared to help women entrepreneurs grow and expand thei...

FAQs About the Alaska SBDC

...that may be helpful: Non-Profit and Religious Corporations – State of Alaska Alaska Nonprofit Corporation Act Can the SBDC help me start a marijuana-based business? Our cooperative agreement with the Small Business Administration (SBA) states our award is governed by and constituted under federal law...

About Us

...de program hosted by the University of Alaska Anchorage (UAA) through the Business Enterprise Institute (BEI). The Alaska SBDC helps small businesses grow throughout Alaska via its expanding online resources and business management expertise. No other program offers the same reach, resources or oppor...

Embloom Designs

...n transitioning from selling at events to selling online. Hayward’s extensive experience with website design and marketing was a perfect match for Bloom’s needs. Together they worked on a new website with an online store feature that would keep overhead low and minimize the amount of maintenance need...

Alaska SBDC COVID-19 Update: Economic Injury Disaster Loan is Open for Alaska

...loan application (SBA Form 5) (this is electronic/online in the portal) Completed and signed Tax Information Authorization (IRS Form 4506-T) for the applicant, principals, and affiliates; each principal owning 20% or more of the applicant business, each general partner or managing member; and, for an...

El Préstamo para Desastres por Danos Economicos está ahora disponible en Alaska

...2xe 3/25/2020: Préstamos de Desastre del SBA ante el COVID-19 (SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loans for COVID-19 Emergency) https://bit.ly/2WuUYAw 3/26/2020: Comience su Tienda Online (Start your Online Store) https://bit.ly/2UnV761 3/27/2020: Alternativas de Financiamiento ante el COVID-19 (Other Busi...

Bookkeeping Made Easy!

Yippee! Life Coaching

...chose to use methodology focused specifically on Online Life Coaching and not “therapy,” though her therapy-related credentials provide a competitive advantage in this online professional niche. In starting her business, Mary worked directly with the Small Business Development Center in Ketchikan to...

Director’s Year-End Review

...h of our new online workshop program with over 20 online on-demand classes, our Rural Business Development program receiving its second year of USDA funding, and our advisors helping over 1,600 clients start 190 new businesses who raised nearly $18 million in funding. The Alaska SBDC also conducted o...

Shopping Small for 2020 Holiday Season Needed More Than Ever

...: Order online – many businesses have implemented online shopping. Check business websites to see what options are available. Curbside pickup – call-in purchases or order online to pick up gifts curbside to eliminate the need to go into a store. Gift cards – these are an easy and

Marketing 49

...h the final sales quarter and holiday season. New online courses will be available as well to streamline problem-solving strategies that many need. These comprehensive online courses blend self-paced work while being fully supported by Schoenwether and help new businesses start strong and sell more,...

Desire Wellness

...ent Center (SBDC) and their Business Advisor, Anchorage Center Director, Carlos Machuca. Carlos has been a significant guide on their journey, instrumental in both their growth and expansion. From securing a $50,000 loan to boost their marketing initiatives to advising a strategic pivot from business...

Opening a Salon in Alaska

Opening a Food Business in Alaska

14 Steps to Reduce Bookkeeping Problems

...Tracking finances is critically important for every business. This tool offers tips on ways to avoid bookkeeping issues to avoid complications in the future. If you’d like assistance with your bookkeeping system or finding a qualified accounting professional please reach out to a Business Advisor....

Architectural Hardware Supply

...th and Eielson Physical Fitness Center (to name a few). They are located at 1200 East 76th Avenue in Anchorage and can be visited online at http://ahs-alaska.biz/....