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Mama Bears Kombucha

...se it at pop-up stands and farmer’s markets. With online consumerism growing, Shelly chose another POS system that is well-suited for her online ordering system with a convenient delivery option. Little details like this make business ownership fun, ever-changing, and exciting. In seeing her client’s...

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

...loan application (SBA Form 5) (this is electronic/online in the portal) Completed and signed Tax Information Authorization (IRS Form 4506-T) for the applicant, principals, and affiliates; each principal owning 20% or more of the applicant business, each general partner or managing member; and, for an...

El Préstamo para Desastres por Danos Economicos está ahora disponible en Alaska

...2xe 3/25/2020: Préstamos de Desastre del SBA ante el COVID-19 (SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loans for COVID-19 Emergency) https://bit.ly/2WuUYAw 3/26/2020: Comience su Tienda Online (Start your Online Store) https://bit.ly/2UnV761 3/27/2020: Alternativas de Financiamiento ante el COVID-19 (Other Busi...

EIDL and PPP Processing Information from the SBA

...ct, on the evening of March 29, the SBA opened an online COVID-19 streamlined application process. This provided small business owners and nonprofits impacted by COVID-19 with the opportunity to request an EIDL Emergency Advance based on $1,000 per pre-disaster (i.e., as of January 31, 2020) employee...

Salmon Sisters

...th XTRATUF, Grundens, and Rep Your Water to their online store and cookbook, Salmon Sisters is a strong example of adaptability and tenacity rooted in hard work, creativity, and values. Enjoy the lifestyle brand for yourself or share a taste of Alaska through good, real, and wild seafood. Visit

Pivot Plan is Critical for Small Business Survival in Alaska

...t the challenge of operating during COVID-19: Get online – With more people staying home it’s more important than ever to make sure you have a robust online presence. From marketing to e-commerce, websites to social media, your business needs to be on the web and providing your customers

Out to Sea Expedition Company

...ges, Out to Sea Expedition Company launched their online outdoor gear shop on May 24th and followed with their physical location opening June 10th on historic Thomas Street in beautiful downtown Ketchikan. The shop space, originally set up as the hospitality and outfitting location for their tours an...

November Update from the Alaska SBDC Executive Director

...hosting a Thanksgiving after-dinner get together online. Another friend is planning on hosting a holiday movie watch party online and is sending out drink recipes and snack ideas. However you decide to celebrate this year I hope that you will make an extra effort to support local businesses when

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

...he Lights On Bringing a Brick and Mortar Business Online How to Start Selling on Amazon Beginner’s Guide: Sell Your Products on Etsy Build A Local Presence Sell Online This Holiday Season with E-Commerce Tools with Google! Engaging Social Media Small Business Support & Advising One of our business

The “Perfect Pitch” is March 26

...ng students and community entrepreneurs, register online here! Four finalists have been selected to pitch their start-up ideas to judges and the public during “Perfect Pitch.” Attendees will vote on their favorite in the People’s Choice category ($1,500) while ten judges deliberate over winners for t...

Restaurant Revitalization Fund (RRF)

...ant Partners or directly via SBA in a forthcoming online application portal. Registration with SAM.gov is not required. DUNS or CAGE identifiers are also not required. If you would like to prepare your application, view the sample application form. You will be able to complete this form online. Pleas...

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

...AKST) for the Restaurant Revitalization Fund. The online application will remain open to any eligible establishment until all funds are exhausted. Preparing for the RRF In preparation, the SBA recommends qualifying applicants familiarize themselves with the application process in advance to ensure a...

eCommerce for Small Businesses

Twisted Root Market

...arly as it did at inception, with the addition of online shopping, contactless pick-up, and local delivery to meet the needs of the community. To ensure the Twisted Root Market was on track to grow, Roland worked with Rural Program Director, Jennifer Adams with the Alaska Small Business Development

Localz: Alaska Made Home Decor & Much More

...ey would open again. Angelique pivoted quickly to online only, with an already blossoming website, but with everyone waiting to see what would happen next, demand was gone. That’s when Angelique turned to the Alaska SBDC. With SBA Paycheck Protection Program funds quickly running out, she worked clos...

Shopping Local & Alaskan Tourism Flourish Hand-in-Hand

...adventure tour operators and local eateries. The online directory offers a comprehensive listing of these businesses, making it easier than ever to find authentic Alaskan products and services that capture the essence of our state. Regardless of where you call home in Alaska, the BuyAlaska Program i...

Navigating the Digital Battlefield: How Alaska SBDC Can Help Safeguard Your Business in Cybersecurity Awareness Month

...ning: Cybersecurity Webinar Protect Yourself from Online Scams Personalized ​A​dvising: Our advisors offer one-on-on​e, confidential, business advising, helping you assess your specific cybersecurity risks and create tailored defense strategies. Resource Hub: Access our comprehensive online resource...

September Update from the Alaska SBDC Executive Director

...Hot topics included AI technology, SSBCI capital, online sales opportunities and how to market online among many other things. Closer to home, our team continues to do amazing work supporting Alaska’s small businesses through our various programs and services. Our SBDC advisors are setting records fo...

August Update from the Alaska SBDC Executive Director

...? No problem! We’ve also launched a new AI-driven online tool called TurboSBIR that can use AI technology and online data resources to help connect you with the best opportunities for your idea. Speaking of funding, the team over at the Alaska SBDC’s SSBCI program have been working tirelessly

Financial Fitness for Your Alaskan Small Business: April is Financial Literacy Month!

...informed decision-making. We offer workshops and online resources to help you create a realistic budget and develop strategies to manage your cash flow effectively. Pro Tip: Check out our no-cost downloadable templates! 2. Accessing Capital Growing your business often requires additional funding. Ou...