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The Good Dog: Behavioral Consulting, LLC
...uy a building to house his business for dog training. Then, he looked into buying an existing business (boarding and training). And, now he has finally settled into a really sweet spot of offering one-on-one training on-site with the owners. He also offers group hikes in the summertime!” For ...
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...
September Update from the Alaska SBDC Executive Director
...ics 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 for the n...
Alaska SBDC COVID-19 Update: Economic Injury Disaster Loan is Open for Alaska
...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 some confusion: SBA Form 5: When you begin...
Idita-Wash Laundry & Showers
...eam specializes in the wash and fold service, coin-operated showers, and self-service laundry. Owners Nancy and Perry Chavez began working with Julie Nolen, Alaska SBDC Mat-Su Center Director in 2018 to work on opening a laundromat business in the upper Valley area. Nolen shared, “Their journey began...
Tundra Tails Pet Sitting
...home or traveling is essential. Especially in pet-related businesses, real passion, patience, and understanding make the difference in trusting someone with the furry member of your family. Hanah grew up in a family of animal-lovers on the Kenai Peninsula and has taken her love and appreciation for...
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...
Navigating the Digital Battlefield: How Alaska SBDC Can Help Safeguard Your Business in Cybersecurity Awareness Month
...ms 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 hub, packed with templates, checklists, and best practices t...
Out to Sea Expedition Company
...that to happen our first year!” After facing COVID-19 related supply chain challenges, 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 spac...
The SBA Funds 16,000 Restaurant Revitalization Fund Awards
...plication process, and by partnering with point-of-sale (POS) vendors to provide seamless ways to apply to the Restaurant Revitalization Fund. Following the 21-day priority period, all eligible applications will be funded in the order in which they have been received. While the SBA will continue acce...
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 ...
Business Planning – The Roadmap To Success
...or funding, the banker will want to see projected sales and expense figures for a three-year period. Where to find help writing a business plan A number of resources are available to business owners in a variety of delivery methods. The Small Business Administration (SBA) offers detailed business pla...
Getting Started
...perienced business advisors and experts through no-cost on-site and/or online interactions and through no or very low-cost business workshops and training to clients. No other program offers the same reach, resources, or opportunities to create an impact on businesses at every stage of development. W...
November 2022 Update from the Alaska SBDC Executive Director
...op Small Saturday coming up November 26th and the BuyAlaska Holiday Gift Guide now available, maybe this is the year I’ll finally get things together and check everyone off my list early. Hope springs eternal. I’m sure all of you are much more responsible than I am and have ...
Small Business Saturday
...d Alaska SBDC are sponsoring the #ShopSmallSelfie event this year as part of Small Business Saturday! Customers who shop at participating small businesses will have the chance to win some Buy Alaska swag by taking a photo and using the tags #ShopSmallSelfie and #BuyAlaska on Facebook, Twitter and Ins...
Holiday Closure 12/21 – 1/3
...istration to meet with an advisor: https://aksbdc.org/business-counseling/ Tools and resources: https://aksbdc.org/tools/ And connect with us on our social platforms: @AlaskaSBDC From all of us at the Alaska SBDC, we wish you a safe and energizing holiday season. We look forward to being part of your...
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...