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Council to decide on funding local SBDC advisor

By Delcenia Cosman • September 20, 2023 The Homer City Council will hold a public hearing at its next meeting on Sept. 25 before deciding whether to partially fund the local small business adviser position. …

DCCED Office of International Trade Awarded $100,000 from SBA to Assist Small Business Exporters

Wednesday, September 20, 2023 (ANCHORAGE, AK) – The State of Alaska Department of Commerce, Community, and Economic Development (DCCED), Office of International Trade has been awarded $100,000 from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) through the …

Congratulations, Carlos! Alaska SBDC’s 2023 State Star

Congratulations to Carlos Machuca, Alaska SBDC Anchorage Center Director, on being awarded the 2023 State Star! This prestigious accolade is given to an outstanding employee from each SBDC across the nation, recognizing their exemplary performance, …

SBA Cyber Summit in October

Every Wednesday in October, get the tips you need to strengthen your small business’s cybersecurity and hear from experts like Internet pioneer and Google Chief Internet Evangelist Vint Cerf! The SBA will convene experts from …

Alaska SBDC Presents at America’s SBDC National Conference

This year, a small team from Alaska SBDC attended the 44th annual America’s SBDC National Conference – and had the honor of presenting on this year’s hottest topic. America’s SBDC (of which the Alaska SBDC …

Grants for Moms in Business – Applications Due by September 30

Applications are open now for the High Five Grant for Moms! The Mama Ladder International and Lowes Home Improvement help MOMS BUILD BUSINESS and are awarding 8 grants from $1K – $10K to ambitious mom …

Alaska SSBCI September 2023 Impact Update

As of late, Alaska SSBCI has facilitated $8,512,901 in loans – benefiting 16 businesses and 13 communities across the state. Partnerships with leading banks and lending centers, including Northrim Bank, First National Bank Alaska, Cook Inlet …

September Update from the Alaska SBDC Executive Director

This has been an exciting month for the Alaska SBDC! Several of our team travelled to Nashville, TN for the annual America’s SBDC Conference to learn from other SBDCs across the country and teach them …

Protecting Your Small Business: A Guide to Planning for Natural Disasters

September is National Preparedness Month, and it’s a great time for small businesses to start planning for natural disasters. Alaska is no stranger to natural disasters, and small businesses are especially vulnerable to their effects. …

Introducing Tyler Arnold, New TREND Program Director and the 2023 TREND Phase 0 Award Recipients

Meet Tyler Arnold, the newly appointed Director of the TREND Program. With a strong background in entrepreneurship and a passion for supporting Alaskan small businesses and entrepreneurs, Tyler brings a wealth of experience to the …

$50k of 2023 SBIR Phase 0 Awards Go to Alaskan Companies

We extend our congratulations to the five Alaskan companies who have been selected to receive a 2023 SBIR Phase 0 Award! Your unwavering commitment towards pioneering research plays a vital role in driving Alaska’s economic …

Alaska SSBCI August Update

With loan values totaling $7,376,300, Alaska SSBCI has helped Alaskan lenders fund 13 businesses, positively impacting 11 communities including Anchorage, Fairbanks, Kenai, Ketchikan, Kotzebue, Naknek, Palmer, Seward, Wasilla, White Mountain, and Yakutat. Successful partnerships with …

August Update from the Alaska SBDC Executive Director

It’s that time of year again in Alaska! The season of blueberries and raspberries, as well as all of the late summer festivals and events! If you’re like me, you can’t wait for the Alaska State Fair …

August is National Black Business Month

Black Business Month celebrates Black business owners and their achievements, and honors their experiences. From providing guidance on business plan development to offering financial literacy workshops, the Alaska SBDC stands ready to support Black entrepreneurs …

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

In today’s digital age, small businesses and entrepreneurs need to harness the power of robust web integration to thrive in the competitive online landscape. With an array of tools, resources, and workshops, the Alaska Small …

Drive Small Business Growth as an SBDC Advisory Board Member!

We are looking for passionate individuals to join our board and help drive small business growth across the entire state. Individuals with strong ties to the business community, local, state or federal programs that support …

Alaska SSBCI July 2023 Impact Update

Learn more about SSBCI (from U.S. Department of the Treasury), and our Alaska SSBCI efforts.

Is Your Business on Threads?

We checked out Instagram’s new Threads app last week and now it’s one more place you can find the Alaska SBDC! The space is all about connecting, collaborating, and sharing ideas, so if you’re passionate …

ACDA and UAA launch the Great Streets Facade Improvement Loan Program for business and property owners in Muldoon and Downtown Anchorage

The Alaska SBDC is excited to partner with the Anchorage Community Development Authority to provide new funding opportunities for Anchorage businesses through our State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI) program. We feel that this partnership …

Tribal College Small Business Achievement Grant Program Open

Applications are now open for the SBA Tribal College Small Business Achievement grant program to fund up to four (4) Tribal Colleges and Universities (TCUs) to provide entrepreneurial development services to Native American communities. Application …