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February Update from the Alaska SBDC Executive Director

..., BuyAlaska reminds us that Love is Local, and by buying Alaska-made products and services, we can significantly impact our economy and strengthen the fabric of our communities. Let’s show our love for local businesses this February and year round! If you haven’t checked out the BuyAlaska directory o...

Blaines Art in Anchorage Closing Black Friday

...raged to go out and buy local. Interested in joining Small Business Saturday? Take a selfie of yourself shopping small on November 28th and post it on any social media site using the hashtag #BuyAlaska. There will be a drawing to give away Buy Alaska swag and gift certificates ...

Contact Us

...iness Advisor email | message Fairbanks Center 907-456-7232 info@aksbdc.org message this office 330 Wendell Ave, Suite C Fairbanks, Alaska 99701 Jade Greene, MBA, PHR, SHRM-CP Fairbanks Center Director email | message Juneau Center (907) 463-3789 info@aksbdc.org message this office 3030 Vintage Blvd....

60Hertz

...ether a startup or a lifestyle business, a Man-and-a-Van, or a tech entity heading for 20X investor returns, every entrepreneur’s first stop should be to align with the SBDC. Once I was assigned a small business coach, I immediately discovered an ally who I could trust. Our coach responded ...

SBA Launches New, Free Online Digital Learning Platform

...nza, 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 preparing and recovering from disasters, strategic marketing, and business financial strate...

FAQs About the Alaska SBDC

...nstitute (BEI). SBDCs are nationwide and offer one-on-one, no-cost confidential counseling, low-cost workshops, and reference libraries. SBDCs are part of the nation-wide Association of Small Business Development Centers (ASBDC), which works on behalf of the SBDCs nationwide to support small business...

The Frozen Flamingo Market

...acles the two faced was finding the perfect bricks-n-mortar building. It had to be in a high traffic area, but with a cultural demographic to attract the right buyers. The building also needed a large open space footprint on the inside and appealing storefront windows. Working with a local ...

Architectural Hardware Supply

...(to name a few). They are located at 1200 East 76th Avenue in Anchorage and can be visited online at http://ahs-alaska.biz/....

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...

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 ...

The Truth About Small Business Grants

...currently own small businesses. Today, both women-owned and minority-owned businesses can qualify for preferential treatment when it comes to government contracting. Generally, the industries that are more likely to obtain grants include public health services, educational services, green business s...

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...

Alaska Sewing Machine Repair

..., 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 auction all the machines, machine parts, and vari...

VH Hydroponics

...a facility located in Spokane, Washington with a commitment to health, safety, and environmental excellence. Additionally, with commercial farms, VHH has three clients located in Alaska in Dutch Harbor, Dillingham, and Kotzebue as well as smaller indoor gardens at the Anchorage Museum, University of...

Legal Aspects: Buying & Selling a Business

...this is the case, the buyer should consider a non-compete agreement to protect itself from future competition. The seller might start a competing business or work for a competitor. The non-compete normally covers a geographic area (these days that might include the internet), the type of activities,...

About Us

...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...

2020 TREND SBIR Phase 0 Awards

...nd Alaska. With the use of machine learning their solution aims to provide real-time cybersecurity detection and response support, against opposing forces ever-changing capabilities, in a single pane of glass format.   Third Place: BeadedStream LLC   BeadedStream is innovating wherever the built envi...

Key Features of Alaska C-PACER Financing in the Mat-Su Borough

UAF Arctic Innovation Competition awards your bright ideas

...afting up something fun and creative or a logical solution to change the world, AIC is the place to develop ideas and practice pitching. Competitors with an established product or business gain exposure and connect with potential investors. Past ideas have ranged from a fireproof grill, a sustainable...