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TurboSBIR: Alaska SBDC Launches a New SBIR Resource for Technology Companies

...laska SBDC is excited to announce the launch of a new resource for businesses and innovators interested in submitting SBIR grants. SBIR grants are offered by various federal agencies to help fund and develop technologies that will benefit the nation. While these grants are the largest source of non-d...

Ohlson Mountain Mineral Springs

...ngs, Strutz and Zak continued to work together on marketing strategies for the new product. As the business grew, Strutz’s needs changed and Zak was able to work with him on production strategies, operations issues, and plans to purchase assets and hire employees they now found themselves needing. Oh...

BEP Company

...industry for 30 years. BEP is constantly learning new processes, new products, and best practices to remanufacture, recycle, and source print consumables. Owner Shelly Smith is proud of her company’s commitment to sustainable business practices and the recent award certification by Green America ackn...

New Client Profile: “New” Butte Pizza

...Last fall, Robert “Bob” Rieth and his wife Sherry saw an opportunity to purchase an existing pizza restaurant and with previous business experience, rolled up their sleeves and went to work to make their business ownership dream a reality....

Community Impact

...n Mat-Su Rural Statewide Results Clients Served 1 New Clients 1 Advising Hours 1 New Businesses Created 1 Jobs Supported 1 Communities Assisted 1 Capital Raised $ 1 Workshops Offered 1 Workshop Attendees 1 Women-Owned Advised 1 Anchorage Region Clients Served 1 Advising Hours 1 New Businesses Created...

FY2018 was marked by new initiatives; FY2019 will continue that momentum

...terms of the numbers of jobs created by clients, new businesses started and new clients served. In addition to these results, the Alaska SBDC is setting records and winning national awards for our Lemonade Day Alaska program, and making an impact with our business workshops and the Vitalize Alaska ...

October Update from the Alaska SBDC Executive Director

...is focused on ramping up for the holiday sales rush or winding down for the off-season, I hope that you’ll reach out to the Alaska SBDC to help you plan your next step, find new funding, access new markets and more. We’re here to help make your entrepreneurial dreams ...

Prince of Wales Excursion Outfitter: How a Southeast Alaska small business was born.

...getting booking inquiries. I also researched some new advertising venues for my boat rental and that marketing effort paid off with a huge summer-long rental. That income alone more than doubled the first year’s profits. By May, I had more than doubled the number of bookings I had the ...

Israeli Krav Maga Alaska

...don 10th dan ( the highest ranking Kravist in the world). Cory received his instructor certification after 100 hours of training and wanted to share his passion with his local community. With this in mind, Cory and his wife, Sheena, approached the Alaska Small Business Development Center with the ...

Logic Geophysics & Analytics LLC

...and all the staff at SBDC and PTAC have been instrumental in my business start and development. I knew I wanted to work with Lance when, at the very first webinar I attended, he addressed the exact concerns that were blocking my path forward. As my business advisor, he’s ...

907 Financial, LLC

...or investable assets. There are people across the world who are struggling with the same financial problems as we are in Alaska, so I am looking to spread my knowledge and expertise with them too.” Further, his efforts are leading him to a new project: creating a YouTube channel ...

Bateau Bridal Boutique

...vailable for viewing by appointment. You can schedule a visit through their website and keep up with the newest shipments and business news on their facebook page....

King’s Barbershop

...was looking into the financial impact of hiring a new employee. She continued to work with the SBDC as her business expanded and worked frequently with Business Advisor Linda Koons Auger on scaling her business from a small operation to a full time barber shop with several employees. “I ...

Choosing A NAICS code

...digits, 23, is the line of business code for construction. So what? While you will be required to choose a full six digit code, your printed business license will only show the two digit line of business (LOB) code. The full code will appear when the license is viewed ...

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 ...

SBA and Treasury Announce PPP Re-Opens Jan 11

...ram (PPP) will re-open the week of January 11 for new borrowers and certain existing PPP borrowers. To promote access to capital, initially only community financial institutions will be able to make First Draw PPP Loans on Monday, January 11, and Second Draw PPP Loans on Wednesday, January 13. ...

Empowering Small Businesses: Alaska SBDC’s Guide to Robust Web Integration

..., engage customers, and drive sales. 2023 Digital Marketing Trends – NEW workshop! Make Your Website Work for You – No-cost Safeguarding with Cybersecurity Cybersecurity is a critical aspect of robust web integration. Recognizing this, the Alaska SBDC provides valuable resources and workshops on cybe...

Northwest Van Campers

...right track. This summer Northwest Van Campers is up and running, and backpacker types from around the world have a new and accessible way to explore Alaska....

The Mystery of Financial Health

...g the measuring and it’s true whether you measure new establishments or new firms.” Many businesspersons are so busy running their company that spending time learning how to interpret and manage financial statements is the last thing they want to do. When one begins the quest to become a ...

V’s Cellar Door

...by my side to guide me through the many trials a new business must go through. New menu items, labor, liquor and food costs all take so much time and know how and Ian helped guide me through the craziness of owning a business in its first year. With ...