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Hearthside Books
...e local community in mind. “I decided that such a community-centered business that had been operating uninterruptedly for almost 50 years needed to stay in the community,” said Olga Lijo Serans. Olga first approached the Alaska SBDC during the Summer of 2022 to learn about financing options in order...
Stonetree Veterinary Clinic
...ur number to be realistic and conservative.” Koons-Auger also provided direction on many aspects of the pre-opening preparation including location scouting and remodeling, marketing options, and even an exit plan. Johnson and Mangis opened Stonetree Veterinary Clinic with the mission to provide quali...
Lemonade Day Alaska Scheduled for June!
...of resources. The young person and a caring adult complete each lesson together. Youth of all ages, preK through high school, can participate at no cost. Youth put their new knowledge and skills to work when they open for business on June 14th, with their very own lemonade stand. ...
Fire Island Rustic Bakeshop
...irst opened the bakeshop utilizing the no-cost one-on-one confidential advising sessions as well as taking our popular financial course, Profit Mastery. After 6 years in business, they are still using the accounting and bookkeeping techniques they learned from the class. More recently, Rachel worked...
Ascension Rock Club
...bers of all ages and skill levels. They offer year-round recreational opportunities for all ages including a party room for birthday events, educational camps for kids and lessons and competitions for older age groups. Learn more about Ascension Rock Club at their website or check them out in person...
SkyTrek Alaska
...velopment Center,” said Jamie. “The Center had low-cost seminars and workshops to guide me through the process as painlessly as possible. Lynn Klassert was especially helpful; he had a multitude of contacts who helped me with the different aspects of opening a business: bookkeeping, insurance, taxes,...
Sound Reinforcement Specialists
...ry has had on their business. With an increase in competitors and several enticing offers on the table, the Bennetts weighed the opportunity cost of continuing operations versus selling the business. After looking at their numbers and evaluating their performance in key areas, they had a good picture...
BEP Company
...t consumables. Owner Shelly Smith is proud of her company’s commitment to sustainable business practices and the recent award certification by Green America acknowledging this commitment comes as no surprise.. The certification criteria focused on the amount of local labor and value created, use of s...
Amplify Salon
...October 2017, and Larissa is thriving. The feeling of pride I feel when my clients succeed is what makes this job incredible. “ Amplify Salon provides high guest satisfaction in a welcoming atmosphere as a full-service beauty salon dedicated to excellent service and products. Amplify Salon is located...
Highlighting: Amplify Salon
...Larissa Boling took her vision of small business ownership and dedicated 2017 to launch her own beauty salon. To get started successfully, Boling connected with the Alaska Small Business Development Center (SBDC) for her needs and got started with a no-cost introductory class. Read her story here!...
Alaska SBDC Update for Businesses Impacted by COVID-19
...tial one-on-one advising please sign up for our no-cost services and an advisor will contact you shortly I know that many of you are worried about what’s next for your businesses. I want to assure you that the Alaska SBDC will continue to work to provide you with the ...
Alaska SBDC and AEDC on PPP Changes
...further reach women-owned, minority-owned, and low-income, rural, and underserved businesses and communities in a more intentional way For businesses with fewer than 10 employees, the share of funding is up nearly 60% For businesses in rural communities, the share of funding is up nearly 30% If you’r...
Join Alaska SBDC and EPSCoR in Congratulating its 2021 Phase 0 Grant Awardees
...AlumaPro” watercraft, consistently considered best-in-class for Search and Rescue, Law Enforcement, and special operations getting them where they need to go and home safely. The AlumaPro operates in diverse environments from Marinas (fire suppression, dewatering, vessel escort), swift and shallow wa...
October is Cybersecurity Month
...y jeopardize your own personal data, but also the data of your customers. This can cost time, money and most of all customer trust. The Alaska SBDC is offering on-demand, cybersecurity-related workshops including Phishing Training and Password Security. And, for additional resources check out these l...
2021 Annual Alaska Small Business Survey
...sinesses will have to overcome, however. Shipping costs, the rising cost of goods and finding employees were all listed as significant roadblocks to recovery. “Alaska needs to help its businesses transition from a hunker down to a sprint forward mentality. The rest of the country is beginning to reco...
Borealis Veterinary Clinic, LLC
...retiring vet in Trapper Creek and added the brick-and-mortar clinic location in Wasilla. Most days, she is out on the road in the Matanuska-Susitna Borough, visiting homeowners who are elderly or may have concerns or complications about traveling with their pets. There is a lot of pride in a ...
Alaska Women’s Business Center (AWBC) Is Now Open for Business
...Business Impact NW in partnership with the U.S. Small Business Administration. The Alaska Women’s Business Center (AWBC) will provide free and low-cost counseling and training focused on women who want to start, grow, and expand their small business. Click here to connect with the AWBC....