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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...
Out to Sea Expedition Company
...is someone’s dream, and sure, while we didn’t exactly expect a global pandemic to effectively shut down our industry during our first year of operation, we know there will always be challenges, but having organizations that provide guidance and support are crucial to weathering the storms and turnin...
FY2018 was marked by new initiatives; FY2019 will continue that momentum
...rtnership with business organizations in the Lower-48 and Canada, the Alaska SBDC will develop and deploy training materials and business templates designed specifically for rural entrepreneurs and host all of the content online for anyone to use. We will also move our other workshops and information...
Choosing A NAICS code
...Alaska uses. That list can be found here: https://www.commerce.alaska.gov/web/portals/5/pub/BUS_NAICS_Codes.pdf . Look up the code you found in the first step to verify it is applicable in the State of Alaska. Repeat this step if you have more than one LOB. *NOTE: When looking through the PDF if the...
A Little Understanding Goes a Long Way
...t, the more success you’l l have.” This is a very counter-intuitive concept that meets with a lot of resistance because defining a tight niche market feels limiting. While that may be true, it is also true that the tighter your market niche, the more effective your marketing. Consider ...
Blue & Gold Boardshop
...he dream,” said Borgstede. “The SBDC provides fresh eyes and another perspective that’s backed with experience”. Blue & Gold not only sells top quality gear but is a place for the boarding community to come together. Check out the space via their Cribs-style video or visit them in person ...
Young’s Gear LLC
...asset- their top notch shop technicians and front counter staff- by being one of the few small businesses able to offer benefits like full coverage health insurance, IRAs and paid time off and holidays. Their SBDC advisor even nominated them for the Alaska Business Person of the Year award ...
Los Chanchitos
...bles, string lights, and gravel patio. Even as a new business, there is often a line of returning and loyal guests. There has been nothing but positive feedback from the community and Peter John is happy to be surpassing his conservative projections. If you are interested in learning more ...
Dragonfly Dad
...ize the resiliency and fun of life in Alaska. Stay-at-home dad, Mark Smurda, enjoys teaching his children about life and in turn, learning from them what life is all about. As a family, they appreciate the beauty and complexity of dragonflies and create these eye-catching and flexible together. Drago...
Alaska SBDC COVID-19 Update: Economic Injury Disaster Loan is Open for Alaska
...eceive the money within three (3) weeks on a first-come, first-serve basis. Incomplete information and verification of collateral will delay the approval process Are you ready to apply? Applicants may apply online using the Electronic Loan Application (ELA) via SBA’s secure website at https://disaste...
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...
BuyAlaska
...-786-7201, at https://buyalaska.com/, or via email. You can also opt into the e-newsletter to be the first to know of the exciting things happening across the state! Contact BuyAlaska Program 1901 Bragaw Street, Room 199, Anchorage, AK 99508 Website: https://buyalaska.com/ Opt into the BuyAlaska news...
Is Alaska the 49th State of this Startup Nation?
...till ebbs and flows with the automotive and manufacturing sector, as that is the yarn from which the region was woven; however the diversification in the last twenty years has changed the mindset from labor being the primary road to middle class to an environment that champions projects, (public ...
Resurrect Art Coffee House and Gallery
...l in just the last few months. This year marks the 100-year anniversary of the structure and we’re excited to be stewards of such a special building and business in Seward. The SBDC helped me out as a new business owner from the very beginning – they were first ...
June Update from the Alaska SBDC Executive Director
...support businesses that have been negatively impacted by COVID-19. The Alaska SBDC is assisting these programs and communities across Alaska and stands ready to support and promote these fantastic opportunities to businesses as they become available. As things start opening back up and businesses st...
December Update from the Executive Director
...cross the state and more communities forced to enact restrictions on commerce, small businesses need your help now more than ever. If you plan on buying gifts, please buy local. You can use the amazing Holiday Gift Guide put together by the BuyAlaska program. Reach out to your favorite ...