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TREND Phase 0 Award Recipient Spotlight: GRAYSTAR Pacific, Inc
...ng these discoveries into game-changers for both civilian and defense-related markets! Dive into the deep with GRAYSTAR Pacific, Inc! Since their launch in 1985, they have been on a quest to harness the power of Alaska’s ocean waters for human health. Their journey? Developing and commercializing gro...
TREND Phase 0 Award Recipient Spotlight
...ssion is simple but powerful: to champion the unsung heroes of the ocean, the independent, small-boat fishers, and expand market opportunities for their catch in the process. With every bite, you’re supporting a community, a way of life, and a world of flavor....
TREND Phase 0 Award Recipient Spotlight: Integrated Robotics Imaging Systems
...wildfires early, even in the most challenging conditions, using just one sensor. Integrated Robotics is giving our heroes on the front lines a level of fire awareness they’ve never had before. It’s a game-changer that means faster response times, lower costs, and most importantly, more lives, propert...
Choosing a NAICS Code for Your Small Business
...AICS) stands for the North American Industry Classification System. The system is a multi-national attempt to classify enterprises by their intended economic activity. (LOB or LOW) stands for Line of Business or Line of Work. It refers to the first two digits of the NAICS code and designates the ...
SBA Launches New, Free Online Digital Learning Platform
...usinesses WASHINGTON – The U.S. Small Business Administration Administrator Jovita Carranza, today announced the launch of Ascent, a first-of-its-kind, free digital e-learning platform geared to help women entrepreneurs grow and expand their businesses. Ascent has valuable content such as tips on pre...
Choosing A NAICS code
...he following article was written in 2016. Please visit here for a 2020 publication. Great news! You’re ready to get your business license or file your Articles of Incorporation. So what’s next? If you haven’t selected your NAICS code yet, you won’t be able to complete your application. What’s ...
Empowering Small Businesses: Alaska SBDC’s Guide to Robust Web Integration
In today’s digital age, small businesses and entrepreneurs need to harness the power of robust web integration to thrive in the competitive online landscape. With an array of tools, resources, and workshops, the Alaska Small Business Development Center (Alaska SBDC) stands as a valuable ally, provid...
Alaska SBDC and EPSCoR Congratulate the 2022 Phase 0 Grant Awardees
...g Inc. used its Phase 0 funding to secure a Phase II SBIR grant from the EPA for the design of a mobile plastic ocean waste recycling solution. The goal of this project is to convert plastic collected from beach cleanups into recycled plastic lumber. The lumber will be ...
May 2023 Update from the Alaska SBDC Executive Director
...urism Industry Association, Alaska will see more visitors this year than ever before. The state is projected to host over 2.4 million visitors in 2023, with 1.6 million arriving by cruise ship! These are the highest numbers ever recorded for Alaska. We’re seeing businesses staffing up and investing i...
First Impressions BC, LLC
Professional Writing Services to Fuel Your Dreams! In 2022, Dr. Beryl Castillo embarked on the unique experience of becoming a business owner by creating a resume and professional writing business, First Impressions BC, LLC, a one-stop shop for resume writing, interview preparation, and career couns...
Juneau Composts!
...! Where there is food, they can compost! Sustainability is an issue facing all businesses today, no matter their size or place in the marketplace. Increasingly, businesses are finding that embracing sustainable practices leads to better corporate culture, more reliable products, and greater long term...
Alaska SBDC COVID-19 Update: Economic Injury Disaster Loan is Open for Alaska
...nleavy has been approved by the Small Business Administration (SBA). The SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loan application is now open to business owners in Alaska. Information and online application are available here: https://disasterloan.sba.gov/ela/ Be Ready: What will you need to apply? Completed SB...
TurboSBIR: Alaska SBDC Launches a New SBIR Resource for Technology Companies
...skan innovators. Businesses and inventors who participate in the TREND program will gain access to the platform and will be able to use it to identify the right SBIR/STTR grants for their innovation. The online platform will also help with research, grant writing, mentor feedback and more. Participan...
The “Perfect Pitch” is March 26
The UAA CBPP Business Plan Competition will be hosting its final event, the “Perfect Pitch” via Zoom on Friday, March 26, 2021, from 5:30-7:30 pm To support the participating students and community entrepreneurs, register online here! Four finalists have been selected to pitch their start-up ideas t...
Seward Yoga: Wellness Studio Comes to Downtown Seward
...ward Yoga, offers a variety of public classes combining traditional yoga and pilates methods with a focus on mindful movement. Co-owners Carly Locke and Sarah Hermann have a dedicated team of instructors passionate about guiding members on their wellness journey, catering to different levels of inter...
3 Reasons Why Lean In is Important for Entrepreneurs
...at the national ASBDC conference. I had recently finished reading Lean In and even though the talk was centered on a different topic, I was excited to hear from a woman who literally wrote the “How to” for working women. As Sandburg spoke about entrepreneurship and small businesses I ...
I just met you, and this is crazy, but here’s my business card, so call me maybe.
...impression and sell your knowledge, skills, and abilities to someone who can help your career? The answer is a short, succinct elevator pitch that you can use as a template whenever the need arises. How can an elevator pitch help you? First, you need to ask yourself what you ...
FAQs About the Alaska SBDC
...Business FAQs. What does the Alaska SBDC do? PROVIDING BUSINESS GUIDANCE, SERVICES, AND RESOURCES TO ALASKAN ENTREPRENEURS. Mission: To spark the amazing in Alaska- one idea, one business, one community at a time. SBDC provides resources, advice, and assistance that help small businesses grow and cr...
BuyAlaska is Back!
...It has negatively impacted all sectors and communities across the state almost without exception, forcing businesses to close or restrict operations severely. Alaska’s businesses and core industries of tourism, retail, service, and hospitality are particularly susceptible to financial damage from re...