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First Lenders Take Advantage of SSBCI

...down this looks like: CLOSED FNBA: Loan amount: $2,465,670.00. Guaranteed: $1,232,835.00 in Kenai, AK BINW: Loan amount: $40,000.00 Guaranteed: $20,000.00 in Seward, AK EXPECTED TO CLOSE SOON CILC: Loan amount: $241,707.00. Guaranteed: $120,835.50 in Wasilla, AK CILC: Loan amount: $174,488.22. Guaran...

November 25 is Small Business Saturday

...inesses across the state offering incredible goods, services, and experiences. This season, let’s stand together and make a BIG difference in our communities by shopping small not only this month, but throughout the year! For Shoppers: BuyAlaska Gift Guide BuyAlaska Business Directory Local Chambers...

Flameless Cremation Services

...xperience and the desire to provide meaningful end-of-life care. The founder’s journey began with a profound personal realization during the losses of a beloved grandmother and a cherished soul dog, leading to a determination to enhance deathcare options for the community. Flameless Cremation Service...

BuyAlaska: Move Your Money Month – Bank Local, Invest Local

...s, promoting innovation, creating new business opportunities, and enhancing Alaska’s resilience. Talk about an impact! Visit buyalaska.com/invest-local to participate and invest in Alaska’s growth in several incredible ways!...

Get Ready for #ShopSmall Season!

.... Share – your photos and videos using #AKSmallBiz, #SmallBiz, and #ShopSmall on Facebook, Instagram, and all your social networks. Encourage all your friends to #ShopSmall on #SmallBizSat too! Join – our virtual event on Facebook and share information about your favorite #AKSmallBiz. By committing t...

Linda L. Newman, MA, OTR/L

...riend helping her tackle her business projects one-by-one so she won’t be overwhelmed and she is looking into hiring a part-time office assistant to help her stay on top of her billing and filing. I love seeing the difference in Linda’s business from last fall to this spring, it’s ...

Tundra Tails Pet Sitting

...selves, next time you are looking for reliable pet-care, reach out to Tundra Tails Pet Sitting! Hanah worked closely with Kenai Peninsula Center Director Cliff Cochran when planning for and launching her new business. Recounting her experience, she said, “The Alaska Small Business Development Center...

Highlighting River Health & Wellness, LLC

Tanecia Webster, MSN, ANP, grew up on the Kenai Peninsula and decided to enter the medical field after losing a close loved one to cancer. She left the state to complete her education and obtain clinical experience, then returned home to Alaska to make a difference in the community ...

In Memory of Alexander Salov, Anchorage Business Advisor

...remembered fondly and with deep respect. The Alaska SBDC team has lost a dear friend and valued colleague. Our thoughts, prayers, and support extend to Alex’s family during this immeasurably difficult time....

Jellyfish Donuts

...o make that dream come true. With her love of food, color, flavor, and people, she took a leap of faith, her cooking skills, and creativity to craft Jellyfish Donuts. Brianna Krantz, owner of Jellyfish Donuts Working on building a business during a global pandemic has been no easy ...

Are you ready to file your business income tax return?

...ng: http://www.irs.gov/Businesses/Small-Businesses-&-Self-Employed/Recordkeeping Publication 509 (2015), Tax Calendar: http://www.irs.gov/publications/p509/ar02.html Publication 583 (01/2015), Starting a Business and Keeping Records: http://www.irs.gov/publications/p583/index.html Business Taxes: htt...

Law Office of Mamie S. Brown

...vention, and immediately reduce risk. For your legal needs, connect with the Law Office of Mamie S. Brown, LLC online at msbrownlaw.com, Linkedin, and on Facebook....

Reach Your Customers: When They Want, How They Want

Farewell to Victoria Hofmann!

...a SBDC’s Development & Training Program Supervisor, the best of luck as her last day approaches on April 16th. Victoria joined the Alaska SBDC team in Anchorage from Walla Walla, Washington, and in her four-year tenure, she identified process improvements that led to the revitalization and relaunch o...

Happy AANHPI Month!

...ess to: Experienced Business Advisors (no-cost one-on-one advising) Working with an Alaska SBDC advisor can provide AANHPI business owners with a valuable sounding board, insights into industry trends, and help with developing marketing strategies. Alaska SBDC Advisors further assist clients with ide...

November Update from the Alaska SBDC Executive Director

...n the face of record COVID-19 numbers. While large, in-person gatherings probably aren’t on the menu this year, I’m looking forward to seeing all of the creative ways Alaskans find to stay connected with their loved ones. Some of my favorite ideas included sending out homemade desserts to family ...

Navigating the Digital Battlefield: How Alaska SBDC Can Help Safeguard Your Business in Cybersecurity Awareness Month

...ms Personalized ​A​dvising: Our advisors offer one-on-on​e, confidential, business advising, helping you assess your specific cybersecurity risks and create tailored defense strategies. Resource Hub: Access our comprehensive online resource hub, packed with templates, checklists, and best practices t...

Talkeetna Cabins

...ation and as the business was featured in the book, “Best Places in Alaska,” you’re sure to enjoy a quality experience. The Rodwells worked with the Alaska Small Business Development Center (SBDC) to purchase their now thriving business. Bill Rodwell and Grayson “We could not have made our smooth ...

Commercialize This, Commercialize That!

...(4) winning entries. Entries are due by August 15, 2019, and we would like to invite you to attend a preliminary informational meeting on SBIR/STTR Phase 0 grants on August 5th at 11:00am. The meeting will be held at SBDC offices at 1901 Bragaw Street, Suite 199 in Anchorage ...

Director’s Year-End Review

...the Anchorage area including Nordstrom, Sam’s Club, Sears, Sport’s Authority, Payless Shoes, and others. The Alaska SBDC will offer training, assistance and in some cases retail space for participants to help them start a business or expand an existing business to take advantage of market opportuniti...