Alaska Small Business Development Center

Announcements

Alaska SBDC Presents on AI for 45th America’s SBDC National Conference in GA

September 11, 2024 AI Resource Center
Alaska SBDC's AI Resource Center Director Carlos Machuca and Rural Business Advisor Ruth Wolfe presented "AI-Empowerment: A Roadmap to Create AI Solutions for Small Business Success" to a packed room that left standing room only ...

Alaska SBDC Associate State Director Named America’s SBDC 2024 Alaska State Star

September 10, 2024
The Alaska Small Business Development Center (SBDC) is thrilled to announce that Kendra Conroy, Associate State Director, has been honored with the 2024 America’s SBDC “State Star” Award. This prestigious recognition highlights individuals who consistently ...

Alaska SBDC Closed September 2

September 1, 2024
The Alaska SBDC will be closed on Monday, September 2nd, to celebrate the Labor Day holiday in alignment with the University of Alaska Anchorage (UAA) observance. Regular business hours will resume on Tuesday, September 3rd. ...

Be Ready, Alaska! National Preparedness Month & Business Continuity Planning

September 1, 2024
September is National Preparedness Month, and here in Alaska, we know the importance of being ready for anything.

Historic Visit Highlights the Launch of Alaska SBDC’s SSBCI Tribal Consortium at UAA

August 28, 2024 SSBCI
U.S. Treasurer Chief Malerba’s Visit Marks a Milestone for Tribal, Rural Entrepreneurship

America’s SBDC Honors Two Alaska SBDC Staff with ’40 Under 40′ Awards

August 14, 2024
Katie Nave, BuyAlaska Program Director, and Harley Tennant, SBDC Communications Manager, are both named to the 2024 America's SBDC National 40 Under 40 Awards list.

U.S. Department of the Treasury Announces Up to $83 Million in American Rescue Plan Small Business Support to Drive Economic Growth for 125 Alaska Tribes

August 7, 2024 SSBCI
August 6, 2024 Unprecedented collaboration between Tribes has generated the largest small business financing consortium in the country. WASHINGTON – Today, the U.S. Department of the Treasury announced the approval of up to $83 million ...

New Tribal SSBCI Business Program Launched by UAA’s Alaska SBDC

August 6, 2024 SSBCI
The Alaska SBDC is proud to have worked with the Alaska Federation of Natives to bring 125 Alaskan tribes together in the largest tribal consortium in the nation.

Unlocking the Power of the Web for Your Business

August 1, 2024
In today’s digital age, a strong online presence is essential for any small business. But simply having a website isn’t enough anymore. To truly thrive, your business needs robust web integration – seamlessly connecting your ...

TREND Opens 2024 SBIR Phase 0 Competition

July 11, 2024 TREND/SBIR
On July 9, the Alaska SBDC’s TREND program started accepting applications for its Phase 0 Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) competition! Every year, the TREND Phase 0 competition allows participants to submit a preliminary SBIR Phase I proposal and a ...

Alaska SBDC Closed July 4 & 5

July 3, 2024
The Alaska SBDC will be closed on Thursday, July 4th, and Friday, July 5th, to celebrate the Independence Day holiday in alignment with the University of Alaska Anchorage (UAA) observance. Regular business hours will resume ...

E-commerce and Lending Opportunities for Alaskan Businesses

July 1, 2024
Alaska’s diverse landscapes and unique communities offer entrepreneurs a wealth of opportunity. But reaching customers across the state and even beyond can be a challenge. This is where e-commerce comes in! Alaskan businesses can tap ...

Alaska SBDC Annual Report: New Businesses Thrive Despite Challenges, Led by Women, Veterans

June 24, 2024
Alaska –  June 24, 2024 –  Alaska’s small businesses are a driving force in the state’s economy. A new annual report by the Alaska Small Business Development Center (SBDC) reveals they are increasingly led by ...

SSBCI June 2024 Update

June 17, 2024 SSBCI
The Alaska SSBCI program is making a significant impact on small businesses in the state. As of June 2024, they have issued 89 loans totaling over $66 million to businesses across 26 communities. The program is prioritizing supporting ...

Alaska SBDC in the Community – May & June, 2024

June 13, 2024
May 17 Carlos Machuca, Anchorage Center Director, and Ian Grant, Rural Program Director, met with Alex Ysquierdo, Supplier Diversity Director from the Governor’s Office of Wisconsin, to help them integrate AI technologies. They discussed various ...

Alaska Small Business Development Center Leverages $3 Million in Federal Grants

June 11, 2024
BY RACHEL MUSSELWHITE | JUN 11, 2024 | Alaska Business Monthly Grants from the US Small Business Administration (SBA) will fund two new programs in Alaska, both through the Alaska Small Business Development Center (SBDC). ...

Survey Says Alaska Small Businesses Are Optimistic and Growing

June 4, 2024
JUN 4, 2024 | Alaska Business Monthly The Alaska Small Business Development Center (SBDC) says its 7th Annual Small Business Survey conveys a heartening shift towards optimism. Compared to 2020, respondents conveyed a clear rise ...

June Update from the Alaska SBDC Executive Director

June 3, 2024
Like many small businesses we serve, the Alaska SBDC has had an extremely busy summer so far! Ruth on our rural team has been traveling to communities across the state, helping rural entrepreneurs start and ...

Why Inclusive Vision is Essential for Entrepreneurial Success

June 1, 2024
The Alaska SBDC offers comprehensive resources and programs designed to level the playing field for all entrepreneurs.

2023 Alaska SBDC Small Business Survey shares unique insight into statewide outlook

May 30, 2024
The 2023 Alaska SBDC Small Business Survey reveals a heartening shift towards optimism among Alaskan small businesses.
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