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April Update from the Executive Director

...re funds are allocated by Congress. Additionally, news that Holland America and Princess were both canceling their Alaskan cruises and not opening their properties for the summer was a huge blow to the tourism industry. That plus oil prices continuing to trend around $20 a barrel seem to indicate

March Update from the Alaska SBDC Executive Director

...o Nome to open a dress shop during the Yukon gold rush, my grandmother who is in the cowgirl hall of fame, or my mother who became one of the first women accepted into Georgetown Law School. I hope that the good news that has been coming in these

Out to Sea Expedition Company

...heir beautiful home with visitors from around the world in a way that is both responsible and authentically Alaskan. The outdoor adventure company was established with the belief that people can have fun and explore the world while also being good stewards of the environment and the local community....

Tutka Tours, LLC

...ying customers to marketing strategies, pricing structures, and recommendations for collaborating with other organizations and businesses, has been instrumental.” The success story of Tutka Tours, LLC is a testament to the power of passion, education, and a profound connection to the natural world. I...

Passages Alaska

...he industry at large. In working with Alaska SBDC Rural Program Director, Jennifer Adams, Tomkinson explained they focused on getting the Passages Alaska “business plan tightened up and made some referrals for a lender that could help us get off the ground.” Tomkinson is proud of how his business

Is Alaska the 49th State of this Startup Nation?

...e the discussions happening right here in Alaska, today. For those rusted economies, meaningful introspection, self-examination, and come to Buddha/Jesus/Moses/Mohammed moment sparked an entrepreneurial spirit that ignited years of small business activities. Over time, those activities evolved into a...

MUNI OF ANCHORAGE – EO-16 takes effect for the month of December

...laska SBDC is here to help. If your business is struggling or is going to be impacted by these orders, please reach out to one of our business advisors. With over three decades of experience helping businesses in Southcentral, our staff is standing by to help your business through

AlaSkins, LLC

...h the SBDC, Sara shared, “Cliff was so helpful in breaking down my monthly costs and showing me the sales goals I need to set each month, as well as showing me where I can cut costs. Very thankful for his assistance and glad he is close by for

eCommerce for Small Businesses

Workshops

...hops available, both as live events and on-demand videos, and we are continually adding new workshops. Live workshops allow you to interact with the presenter. You can use the filtering controls to more easily identify workshops that interest you. All courses listed here include a link to the signup...

Suite of Services

...usiness workshops, both as on-demand self service videos and via live webinars that allow you to interact directly with the course presenter. Learn more. Tools These are documents, spreadsheets and templates that our advisors use on a regular basis. Use them to get started on business planning, finan...

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...ss Cremation Services Anchorage Other Services February 22, 2024 Kai’s Coffee and Barkery Anchorage Accommodation and Food Services December 13, 2023 Dream a Little Dream Sleep Academy Anchorage Health Care and Social Assistance December 11, 2023 view all workshops A Dog Walks Into a Bar: What Alaska...

Eos Creative Media

...the criteria for, a rarity in the small business world. Mark and several others from the SBDC assisted them through the arduous process of applying for the UAA Microenterprise Grant, which they were awarded in full. The grant was not only helpful financially but also an auspicious sign of

There’s No Place Like Home (Page)!

...reat” it is. If you haven’t guessed, in a perfect world you’ll want to get the email of every visitor to your site (and their permission to continue sending them educational emails.) The most effective way to do this is to “treat” them to something of value and get

Can Small Businesses Survive on Facebook?

...is type of post may show up in more of your fan’s newsfeeds, it may not catch their eye compared to the picture of their best friend’s new baby and a funny video shared by their coworker. Although it is now becoming a “pay to play” marketing channel for

The Importance of Local Search Optimization

...payment method, offered services, images and even videos. 2. Verify your listing through phone or mail, and use the provided PIN from Google to claim the specified listing. 3. When this process is complete, your listing will be accepted by Google and can be viewed on Google Places. Want

October 2022 Update from the Alaska SBDC Executive Director

...see if your business is a good fit. In other good news, I was excited to attend the opening of the Alaska Women’s Business Center (AWBC) in Anchorage recently. It has been over a decade since Alaska had this program and we held the dubious distinction of being the

Dianne’s Wild Fork Catering

...wl of their famous South African Peanut Soup, and news outlets such as Alaska Daily News and KTUU covered the event. The choice to transition to catering did not come easily for the Tydings. They had endured many challenges to keep their doors open, including a threat to their

July Update from the Alaska SBDC Executive Director

...s and economic turmoil. There may not be as many cruise ships this summer as we’re used to, but the individual travelers are coming up to Alaska in droves and that’s helping the hard-hit hospitality industry start its recovery. It’s not all good news though, we are hearing from

Conquer Alaska’s Challenges with AI: SBDC Summit Unveils Innovative Solutions

...yeska Pipeline Company; Vicky Ho, Anchorage Daily News; Nat Herz, Northern Journal; and Adelyn Baxter, KTOO. Panels exploring the use of AI in state and local governments and its impact on elections and political campaigns. Featured speakers include Mark Begich, Northern Compass Group; Andrew Halcro,...