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Check out our upcoming workshops and webinars!

February 22, 2017
You can register for SBDC workshops online at our Training Events Calendar. Additionally, you may access our printable schedule that includes direct links to online classes here: Spring 2017 Seminar Schedule.

Considering Purchasing an Existing Business?

February 22, 2017 Financials
  “Due Diligence”……the most critical period during a business purchase is also the perfect time to call the Alaska Small Business Development Center. When entering the phase of due diligence, a business owner turns over

Are you ready to purchase a business?

February 7, 2017 Financials
Begin by surrounding yourself with team members who are there to protect your best interests. The team of advisors at the Alaska Small Business Development Center will: Provide an in-depth historical financial analysis of the

Your Social Strategy: Answer these Questions Before Creating a Business Page!

January 22, 2017 Marketing
With the growing number of social media platforms, it can be tempting to set up an account on each and every one to increase your web presence. However, it is important to make sure you

December SBDC Office Closures

December 22, 2016 Anchorage Fairbanks Juneau Kenai Peninsula Ketchikan Mat-Su
As part of the University system, the SBDC will be closed December 26th through January 3rd. We will respond to email and phone inquiries upone our return. Thank you for your consideration and we wish

The Great Reveal: How Benchmarking can Help You Manage Your Business

December 22, 2016 Financials Managing A Business
Benchmarking is the process of evaluating or checking (something) by comparison with a standard. As a business owner there are many items that you could consider benchmarking but if you know and can focus on

CoastView: A Treasure Map at your Fingertips

December 15, 2016 Anchorage Success Story
What began as a coastal mapping project for scientists and offshore oil spill responders grew into a full-fledged mapping quest to illuminate rugged treasures hidden along the coastlines of Alaska and the Pacific Northwest for

A Sweet Start to the Season for this North Pole Shop

December 5, 2016 Fairbanks Success Story
Mrs. Claws Chocolate Bar has swung open its doors to embrace the spirit of the season and offer extraordinary chocolate confections from the heart of North Pole. Under the creative and handcrafted touch of Melissa

Looking to create a prototype?

December 1, 2016 Funding & Loans
Do you have an invention or idea that you’d like to turn into a reality? The Alaska seed fund can help you do just that! Applicants can be awarded up to $20,000 to fund their

Financial Statements for the Non-Accountant

December 1, 2016 Anchorage Workshop
The Anchorage SBDC is partnering with Total Management Solutions to offer an upcoming class on financial statements for the non-accountant. Learn more about this class and how it can help you better understand your bottom

The Top 10 Financial Ratios for Business Owners

November 21, 2016 Financials Managing A Business
Financial ratios are important, but often overlooked by small business owners.  When accurate figures are applied, these calculations are useful to determine a firm’s performance and financial situation.  Comparing financial ratios with industry benchmarks can

Happy Thanksgiving!

November 20, 2016 Anchorage Fairbanks Juneau Kenai Peninsula Ketchikan Mat-Su
The SBDC will be closed November 24th & 25th in accordance with University closure dates. We wish you a happy Thanksgiving- and please remember to shop small this holiday season!

Are you ready to shop small?

November 15, 2016 Managing A Business
This holiday season we are encouraging you to support the local small businesses that make Alaska unique. For some holiday gift inspirations, check out our Pinterest board with an all-local gift guide!

Limited Availability

November 1, 2016 Anchorage Fairbanks Juneau Kenai Peninsula Ketchikan Mat-Su
The Alaska SBDC will be meeting for our annual Fall Conference November 1-3. Please expect a delay in responses during this time. Thank you for your patience!

Check out our Soldotna Office Renovation!

November 1, 2016 Kenai Peninsula
Along with the amazing addition of Cliff Cochran, our full-time Soldotna Business Advisor, our office got some spiffy new upgrades! Check out the before and after pictures below and make sure to check in with

Passion, The Key to Successful Entrepreneurship

October 22, 2016 Human Resources Managing A Business
The morning starts like any other. You woke up late, got a ticket on the way to work, and your favorite parking spot was taken by that one coworker you can’t stand.  You arrive at

New Business Sprouting Up in Wasilla

October 20, 2016 Mat-Su Success Story
Veteran business owners Ken and Pam Fennell have a wealth of business ownership experience and a passion for horticulture that led them to expand their current landscaping endeavor to include a 10-acre garden center where

We Need Your Feedback!

October 18, 2016
We’re asking our small business owners to help us by taking this NY FED survey on your financing needs, choices and borrowing experiences. Please take a few minutes to complete the survey so we can

All Grown Pup: Home Away From Home Expands Their Location

October 17, 2016 Mat-Su Success Story
Many of us are all too aware of that stomach in knots, sinking feeling we have when we drop our babies off at daycare for the first time. Even after hours of google searches and

Energizing the Talkeetna Workforce: Brown Bear Espresso

October 15, 2016 Mat-Su Success Story
As a flourishing business, Brown Bear Espresso is not only keeping the Talkeetna community caffeinated, but adding vital jobs to the local economy. With unique daily specials on coffee and ice cream, it’s easy to
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