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Alaska SBDC COVID-19 Update: Preparing for the SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL)

...and balance sheet for that tax year A current year-to-date profit-and-loss statement Additional Filing Requirements (SBA Form 1368) providing monthly sales figures We have been alerted of a few items in the application process that have been known to create confusion: SBA Form 5: When you begin the a...

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...perienced business advisors and experts through on-site and/or online interactions or training, and at no cost to clients. No other program offers the same reach, resources or opportunities to create an impact to businesses at every stage of development. A Unique Business Development Service The Alas...

Embloom Designs

...n transitioning from selling at events to selling online. Hayward’s extensive experience with website design and marketing was a perfect match for Bloom’s needs. Together they worked on a new website with an online store feature that would keep overhead low and minimize the amount of maintenance need...

Marketing 49

...Bright: Create A Season of Sparkling Success;” a 3-week online course to help businesses take the stress out of holiday promotions and develop profitable solutions. Schoenwether created a quick course so participants can hit the ground running with less stress and ample support, develop customer-capt...

Opening a Salon in Alaska

Opening a Food Business in Alaska

Wrangell Cooperative Association & FEMA Announce FEMA Assistance Now Available for Landslide Survivors

...earing, or have a speech disability, please dial 7-1-1 to access telecommunications relay services. In addition to Individual Assistance, the Wrangell Cooperative Association has also been approved for Public Assistance which will reimburse the tribal government, on a cost-share basis, for emergency...

SBA Achieves Historic Small Business Lending for Fiscal Year 2020 with More Than $1.4 Billion in SBA Alaska District

...o promote economic development in the form of long-term fixed-rate financing for fixed assets on reasonable terms up to $5.5 million – had another year of increased performance growing 17.5% from the previous fiscal year. The Microloan Program – which specifically helps businesses in underserved comm...

PPP Reopens April 27th

...submitted will continue to be processed on a first-come, first-served basis. All eligible borrowers should work with an approved lender to apply,. Visit https://www.sba.gov/paycheckprotection/find if you need to connect with a participating lender. If your organization has not already applied, now is...

BuyAlaska is Back!

...tate. It has never been more important to support buy-local efforts and to make it easy for Alaskans to find and purchase from local vendors. The BuyAlaska webpage at BuyAlaska.com seeks to provide access to statewide small businesses and to educate consumers about the direct benefits of keeping our...

This Holiday Season, BuyAlaska

...siness directory and holiday gift guide. This user-friendly online platform connects consumers with a vast array of Alaskan businesses, ranging from artisans and craftsmen to restaurants and retailers. By exploring the BuyAlaska directory, shoppers can discover hidden gems in their communities and ac...

May 2023 Update from the Alaska SBDC Executive Director

...inesses across the state as well through their one-on-one advising, workshops and new tools like the TurboSBIR platform the Alaska SBDC is launching this month to support technology and innovation focused businesses. If you haven’t spoken to an advisor lately to hear about all of the new services and...

BlueWater BaseCamp, LLC

...excited about offering what they term a “Property Buy-out Opportunity” where families, organizations, or businesses can rent the entire property for their private wedding, corporate retreat, or family reunion. The property sleeps 22 and holds events up to 75. BlueWater BaseCamp cabins are available t...

SBA Administrator Guzman Announces Application Opening for $28.6 Billion Restaurant Revitalization Fund (RRF)

...,000. How to Apply for the RRF Work with ​​a point-of-sale vendor to submit an application If an applicant is working with a point-of-sale vendor, they do not need to register beforehand on the site. ​Current customers can submit applications via Square or Toast Clover and NCR/Aloha are participating...

Pivot Plan is Critical for Small Business Survival in Alaska

...e partner funded by the SBA and provides free, one-on-one business advising to entrepreneurs. Whether it’s creating a resiliency plan, navigating options for financing, reworking a marketing plan, or establishing new operations systems, the Alaska SBDC’s expert advisors walk business owners through t...

Ketchikan Ever Greens

...the issues brought on by our community’s long and difficult supply chain.” Learn more about Ketchikan Ever Greens online at www.ketchikanevergreens.com as this local business continues to grow!...

June 30 is Last Day SBA Can Approve PPP Loan Applications

...nties. Additionally, the SBA launched a dedicated online tool for small businesses and non-profits to be matched with Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs), Minority Depository Institutions (MDIs), Certified Development Companies (CDCs), Farm Credit System lenders, Micro-lenders, as we...

September Update from the Alaska SBDC Executive Director

...a’s technology and innovation focused businesses. BuyAlaska is hard at work encouraging locals and visitors to buy local and support local economies. On top of all of the work we’re currently doing, we’re also working on launching a slew of new programs and initiatives over the next year. The

Alaska Sewing Machine Repair

...ng machine repair training. After intensive, hands-on mechanical instruction, taking several online skill tests, and completing apprenticeship training, Kate became a certified sewing machine repair technician. Shortly after completing her certification, Kate was incredibly fortunate to buy at auctio...

Unwrap the Spirit of Alaska: BuyAlaska Launches Holiday Gift Guide Showcasing Local Treasures

...state. Visit the BuyAlaska Holiday Gift Guide at www.buyalaska.com/gifts and join us in celebrating the magic of Alaska! For media inquiries, please contact: Katie Nave Program Director BuyAlaska Program, Alaska Small Business Development Center Email About BuyAlaska Program: BuyAlaska is a program...