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Commercialize This, Commercialize That!
Dear Entrepreneurs, Have heard the news? The Alaska Small Business Development Center (Alaska SBDC) now houses the TREND program (Technology Research and Development Center of Alaska). TREND’s primary mission is to assist Alaska’s small businesses and entrepreneurs with commercializing their scalabl...
Local Chocolatier with International Training
...ired by the Northern Lights) that can’t be found anywhere else. Chef Ingrid has been classically trained as a chocolatier and Sweet Chalet has been featured in the news and travel magazines as a must-visit for locals and tourists alike- check out their story and keep them in mind ...
The Growing Importance of Facebook as a Customer Service Tool
...omer post. Of course, there are exceptions to the rule (excessive foul language, posts that have nothing to do with your company or your product, truly ‘Troll’ posts, etc.). Always ask yourself how you will justify deleting a post before doing so. If you can’t come up with a ...
Wild Scoops
...ss, on KTUU’s Alaska Bites and in Alaska Dispatch News (to name a few). Before they decided to jump into business, Brown and Pike worked through a business plan with the Alaska Small Business Development Center. Through attending a few workshops and meeting with their Business Advisor, they were ...
Working with Profit Cents
...first understand what your financial position is today so you can make the most informed financial decisions for tomorrow. Profit Cents enables us to do this, and we at the AKSBDC have made it as easy as possible for you to get started. With 3 years of your business’ ...
Juneau Airbnb, LLC
...located near all major shopping in Juneau. As of today, Edwell is especially proud of a “first” milestone many entrepreneurs share: hosting happy guests and carrying a 5-star rating. As he looks forward to potentially expanding his Airbnb properties, he can be sure the Alaska SBDC is there for ...
Mat-Su Landscaping and Lawn Maintenance, LLC
...ts beginning with Andrew joining 10 years ago and today, both are looking forward to continuing to serve the Mat-Su Valley. What started as a family business with the Rykaczewskis is continuing with the Dowlings and they attribute the businesses’ success and credibility to the fact that they have ...
Melino’s Marine Services
...me sources in the initial stages, and once you’re ready, dive in wholeheartedly. And if obstacles seem insurmountable, there’s always Ian from the Alaska SBDC to guide the way. When asked about how the Alaska SBDC has helped him prepare for financing to expand his business, Melino said “Ian ...
Alaska SBDC: Making ProfitCents Industry Data and Analysis Work for You
...support of your Alaska SBDC advisor, you’ll have the financial insights and guidance you need to make informed decisions and thrive in today’s competitive market. Take the first step towards a successful future and discover the power of ProfitCents today....
August Update from the Alaska SBDC Executive Director
...? No problem! We’ve also launched a new AI-driven online tool called TurboSBIR that can use AI technology and online data resources to help connect you with the best opportunities for your idea. Speaking of funding, the team over at the Alaska SBDC’s SSBCI program have been working tirelessly ...
Yippee! Life Coaching
...chose to use methodology focused specifically on Online Life Coaching and not “therapy,” though her therapy-related credentials provide a competitive advantage in this online professional niche. In starting her business, Mary worked directly with the Small Business Development Center in Ketchikan to...
Director’s Year-End Review
...h of our new online workshop program with over 20 online on-demand classes, our Rural Business Development program receiving its second year of USDA funding, and our advisors helping over 1,600 clients start 190 new businesses who raised nearly $18 million in funding. The Alaska SBDC also conducted o...
Shopping Small for 2020 Holiday Season Needed More Than Ever
...Small throughout the entire holiday season: Order online – many businesses have implemented online shopping. Check business websites to see what options are available. Curbside pickup – call-in purchases or order online to pick up gifts curbside to eliminate the need to go into a store. Gift cards –...
Marketing 49
...h the final sales quarter and holiday season. New online courses will be available as well to streamline problem-solving strategies that many need. These comprehensive online courses blend self-paced work while being fully supported by Schoenwether and help new businesses start strong and sell more,...
3 Reasons Why Lean In is Important for Entrepreneurs
...ng to keep both their business and their families running smoothly. If you haven’t read the book, I highly encourage you to take 15 minutes to watch Sandburg’s TED Talk to get the general idea of what it’s all about (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=18uDutylDa4). Sandburg asks the question “what would...