Alaska Small Business Development Center
Announcements
Empowering Small Businesses Through AI: A Successful Night at the Mat-Su Home Builders Association Awards Banquet
On October 18, Alaska SBDC was excited to celebrate a fantastic evening at the Mat-Su Home Builders Association Annual Awards Banquet! Misty O’Connor, Mat-Su Center Director, delivered an engaging presentation to a full house, sharing ...
Alaska SBDC’s Carlos Machuca Highlights the Future of AI at the Alaska Business Summit
We’re excited to announce that Carlos Machuca, MBA, and AI Resource Program Director, recently presented at the Alaska Chamber’s 2024 Alaska Business Summit on the transformative topic, “The Future of AI and Chambers: Understanding the ...
Alaska SBDC & UAA’s Tom Case Leadership Fellows Program Empower the Next Generation
We’re excited to highlight our rewarding partnership with the UAA College of Business and Public Policy and the prestigious Tom Case Leadership Fellows Program! This exceptional program is dedicated to shaping Alaska’s future leaders by ...
Creative Mechanisms for Funding Economic Development: SSBCI
Ready to learn about game-changing funding for Alaska Native and tribally-owned businesses, and remote communities? Watch the SSBCI State and Tribal segment on “Creative Mechanisms for Funding Economic Development” and discover how innovative programs like ...
The 7 Cooperative Principles: What Makes Co-ops Special
Cooperatives, distinct from traditional corporations, are built upon a set of seven fundamental principles that define their structure, operations, and ethos. These principles ensure that co-operatives are member-owned and member-controlled and focused on serving the ...
TREND Program Director Tyler Arnold Connects with SpaceLab Founder Dauren Aubakirov
TREND Program Director Tyler Arnold recently had the opportunity to meet with Dauren Aubakirov, founder of SpaceLab, a cutting-edge company specializing in industrial technologies. SpaceLab is at the forefront of innovation, developing advanced solutions such ...
This October, Get Familiar with Manufacturing, Women in Business, & Cybersecurity – We’re Here to Help!
As small business owners and entrepreneurs in Alaska, the state’s diverse economic landscape presents unique opportunities and challenges. From manufacturing to cooperative businesses, from celebrating Women’s Business Month to addressing cybersecurity, Alaska’s small businesses have ...
Alaska SBDC is Proud to Participate in Alaska Entrepreneurship Week
Join us for statewide events celebrating entrepreneurship and innovation in Alaska! The Alaska SBDC is excited to participate in Alaska Entrepreneurship Week, a statewide initiative designed to inspire, educate, and connect aspiring and established entrepreneurs. ...
TREND Increases Phase 0 Grant Funding for Alaskan Innovators
The Alaska SBDC’s Technology Research Education and Development (TREND) program at the UAA Business Enterprise Institute is pleased to announce a significant increase in funding for its Phase 0 grant program. Alaskan innovators can now ...
Google Announces $10M Grant to America’s Small Business Development Centers for AI Training
The new funding is part of Google’s goal to skill over one million Americans in AI Washington, D.C.—Today Google.org—the company’s philanthropy—announced $10 million in funding for America’s SBDC. The funding will enable local SBDCs ...