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Meet Martha Brookbank!
...rave men and women who strike out on their own in order to create jobs for themselves, their families, and their communities. She reminiscences that her favorite job–or at least the job that she has the fondest and most fun memories of — was working at the Vagabond Blues ...
Meet Thomasina Andersen
...fundraisers, or her brief time working as a short-order cook. She says she loves being in the middle of a good time and loves feeding people good food. As to how Alaska’s small business community impacts her personally, she says she feels Alaskans imprint everything they do with a ...
Small Business Tax Tip
...If your business has employees, make sure you have them fill out a new W-4 every year. This helps you make sure that your payroll withholding is in order. For more information on how your business changes once you have employees, request an appointment at aksbdc.org under the advising ...
The Kindred Post
...d together on the business plan and financials in order to get Christina ready to apply for a business loan. Successful in obtaining funding to launch the business, they continued to work together on topics such as inventory, hiring and industry standards for the market Christina was entering into. ...
New phone contacts for the Anchorage & State Office
...aska SBDC is moving over to a new phone system in order to improve our voice mail system and increase accessibility for our clients. We will be keeping our old numbers for a while but please take note of our new contacts listed below and update your records as ...
Where are you in the Business Life Cycle?
...e is different for every small business owner. In order to recognize it, take time to understand your market, research new opportunities and think globally. Ask yourself if you should expand or remove existing products or services and make sure to do it at the right time. Analyze your ...
Coppa
...w much of each product they would have to sell in order to become profitable. “I really appreciate all the help I’ve received from the SBDC” said Wheeler, “The business planning tools and Ian’s real-world experience were both hugely beneficial to our business planning efforts”. Currently, Wheeler and...
SBDCNet Research Packet
...knowing your market. Your advisor will be able to order an SBDCnet packet on your behalf that will include a variety of information specific to your business including: market research demographic information basic patent and trademark searches business maps SBDCNET is dedicated to meeting the inform...
Considering Purchasing an Existing Business?
...anagement, cash flow, and profitability levels in order to make the determination if this could the opportunity of a lifetime or a high risk road fraught with insecurity. Luckily the SBDC is here to assist. Financial due diligence with an SBDC advisor will enable you to create a 5 ...
Highlighting: Logic Geophysics & Analytics LLC
...aska. In acquiring the business, owner Esther Babcock began working with the Alaska Small Business Development Center (SBDC) in Anchorage in order to bring geophysical services for site investigations throughout the state, as well as around the globe. Read her story here!...
2017 Alaska Small Business Survey Report
...ondents who said they plan to seek new capital in order to expand operations, create a new product or service, or invest in new equipment. On the other hand, the survey also revealed several significant hurdles for small businesses to overcome. Issues such as finding funding, recruiting qualified emp...
Miriam Wagoner
...ness concerns and copyright business licensing in order to make her vision a reality. By sharing her ideas, opinions, and concerns, Miriam became comfortable with elevating her writing talent and becoming a publisher and businesswoman. The future is bright for this entrepreneur and talented writer an...
Highlighting Everything Bagels
...i Peninsula Tourism Marketing Council board. Everything Bagels is open Monday-Friday, 6:30am – 2:00pm and Saturday, 7:30am – 3:00pm. Call your order ahead at (907) 252-8135 and swing by 35251 Kenai Spur Hwy in Soldotna to spread love and cream cheese. Read the full story here!...
5 Small Business Financial Mistakes to Avoid
...usinesses survive longer than two years. When the costs of operating a business are ignored in the beginning of a business venture, it can result in disaster for the future. Here are five financial mistakes small businesses should avoid: 1. Not having enough cash. Small businesses need as much ...