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Thank You for Making the SBDC Summit a Success!

On March 4, your Alaska SBDC team came together from across the state for the SBDC Summit: Exploring Artificial Intelligence! It was an energizing day of thought-provoking conversations about AI and its impact on our future. Thank

SSBCI March 2024 Update

What an impact! The Alaska SSBCI program has worked with First National Bank Alaska, Northrim Bank, Business Impact NW, and Cook Inlet Lending Center to distribute $32 million in loans to 46 Alaskan businesses across

Alaska SBDC will be closed Friday, March 15

The Alaska SBDC will be closed on Friday, March 15, 2024, in alignment with the University of Alaska Anchorage’s (UAA) observance of the Spring Recess (Break) holiday. Please expect a delay in response during this

PPP Direct Forgiveness Portal for All PPP Borrowers

SBA has recently issued a policy change regarding the PPP loan forgiveness application process. This adjustment is designed to support SBA’s ongoing efforts to locate PPP borrowers who have not yet applied for forgiveness and

Alaska SBDC Launches First-of-its-kind Artificial Intelligence Resource Center 

Anchorage, AK, March 4, 2024 – The Alaska SBDC is thrilled to announce the formation of a new Artificial Intelligence Resource Center (AIRC) to support business advisors and small business owners while contributing to the

Alaska SBDC in the Community – March, 2024

On March 2, the Alaska SBDC team hosted a warming spot at Out North Theater, celebrating the ceremonial start of The Iditarod! It was a great day connecting with our Summit speakers, attendees, and new friendly faces in

SBIR & STTR OmniBus Solicitation: National Institutes of Health, Center for Disease Control, Federal Drug Administration

The next NIH/CDC/FDA SBIR/STTR Omnibus submission round is due April 5, 2024. Three times a year, several institutional centers within Health and Human Services open a grant application opportunity to all interested startups/small businesses; this

TREND Mentoring UA’s Emerging Entrepreneurs! 

Every other Friday, the Alaska SBDC’s TREND Program Director Tyler Arnold spends an hour mentoring students in Resilient Innovative Sustainable Economics via University Partnerships (RISE-UP program), led by Magali Eaton and housed under Alaska Center

March Update from the Alaska SBDC Executive Director

I’m always proud of the amazing work my team here at the Alaska SBDC does. It’s one of the benefits of managing such an awesome team of rockstars, but some months, they really go above

Empowering Alaskan Entrepreneurs: The Alaska State Small Business Credit Initiative

After its first successful year, there is no question that the Alaska State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI) program stands out. Not only because it is located in one of the most stunning states and

Conquer Alaska’s Challenges with AI: SBDC Summit Unveils Innovative Solutions

The Alaska Small Business Development Center (SBDC) is thrilled to announce the SBDC Summit: Exploring Artificial Intelligence on March 4, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM at the Hotel Captain Cook

UAF Arctic Innovation Competition awards your bright ideas

The UAF Arctic Innovation Competition is Alaska’s original idea contest for innovators, creative thinkers and entrepreneurs. Ideas can be completely new, never invented or something currently made, reimagined or improved upon. AIC, started in 2009

SSBCI February 2024 Update

With a loan value of over $30 million spread across 44 loans, Alaska SSBCI has successfully funded 42 businesses, positively impacting 20 communities. Notably, with four lending partners, the program has extended its reach to

TREND Phase 0 Award Recipient Spotlight: GRAYSTAR Pacific, Inc

GRAYSTAR Pacific is not just about innovation; they are all about transforming these discoveries into game-changers for both civilian and defense-related markets! Dive into the deep with GRAYSTAR Pacific, Inc! Since their launch in 1985, they

Alaska SBDC in the Community – February, 2024

Anchorage Chamber of Commerce – Make it Monday Forum On February 12, Anchorage Center Director Carlos Machuca participated in the Anchorage Chamber of Commerce Make it Monday Forum exploring SBA resources and access to capital. The panel

February Update from the Alaska SBDC Executive Director

It’s only halfway through February, and the Alaska SBDC is already going strong in 2024! We’ve got new programs, new funding, new events, new staff, and new technology to share with you this month, with even

Anchorage Celebrates the Opening of Alaska’s First Costco Business Center!

The Friday, February 2, grand opening marks a significant moment for the local economy, providing businesses of all sizes with unique features and competitive pricing.

Alaska SBDC Summit: Exploring Artificial Intelligence on March 4 in Anchorage

On March 4, at the Hotel Captain Cook in Anchorage, AK, the Alaska Small Business Development Center (SBDC) will host the SBDC Summit: Exploring Artificial Intelligence, which promises to shape the future of business and

Alaska SSBCI: 2023 Year in Review

At the Alaska Small Business Development Center (SBDC), we thank our lending partners for their commitment and exceptional efforts that made the Alaska State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI) program an outstanding success in 2023.

Alaska SBDC: Making ProfitCents Industry Data and Analysis Work for You

Are you ready to take your business to the next level? As an entrepreneur, it’s essential to clearly understand your financial position and industry trends to make informed decisions for your business’s growth. That’s where