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Out to Sea Expedition Company

...ea Expedition Company Ketchikan’s Go-to for Ketchikan’s go-to for Marine Expeditions & Outdoor Gear Let’s go Out to Sea Founded in 2019 by Ketchikan locals Eric Lunde and Delaney Murphy, Out to Sea Expedition Company’s mission is to explore our world with an adventurous spirit in a sustainable way. ...

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

...Johnston, Northrim Bank (Ms. K. Bender), and Alaskan Data Solutions (Jim Kostka, Owner), which developed the new First Fortune $500 Award. Ten judges From Alaska and beyond have volunteered to provide advice and inspiration from the business community. They include: Mr. Joel Yarmon​, Founder and Man...

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

...ng the gap between the visitor and the unique Alaskan experience. BuyAlaska Program: Your Gateway to Alaskan Businesses To make the process of shopping local more accessible, the BuyAlaska Program and its Business Directory serve as invaluable resources for both visitors and residents. The program co...

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

...tal, 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 number of businesses they are meeting w...

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!

...step of the way. Throughout the year, we offer a variety of resources, including: No-cost workshops and webinars on financial topics relevant to Alaska businesses. One-on-one consultations with experienced advisors. A comprehensive online resource center with downloadable templates, articles, and gu...

Tourism Season is Here: Tips for Small Business Success

...l: When possible, source unique products from Alaskan suppliers and artisans. This strengthens your community ties and offers something special to visitors. Plus, it’s great social media content! Alaskan Service: Staff Training: Empower staff to be welcoming, knowledgeable, and efficient. Ensure they...

Getting Started

...visors 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. Who we serve We provid...

Is your goal to start a business?

...help you as you prepare to launch your business! Alaska SBDC services are private, individualized, and no-cost, we just ask you register to work with us. This has you create an online client file as well as review our confidentiality. Create an SBDC client file Your registration will be ...

Are you ready to grow your business?

...register to work with us. This has you create an online client file as well as review our confidentiality. Create an SBDC client file Your registration will be accepted by our State Office, who will have your business advisor connect with you directly. What can you expect? Your advisor ...

Is your goal to buy or sell a business?

...register to work with us. This has you create an online client file as well as review our confidentiality. Create an SBDC client file Your registration will be accepted by our State Office, who will have your business advisor connect with you directly. As you prepare for your meeting, ...

Programs

...ounts on business services with FedEx, QuickBooks Online, and Constant Contact Stay up to date with our monthly newsletter Our partners connect from across Alaska to find ways to support small businesses. When local businesses succeed, Alaska thrives. GOAL For consumers to shop from Alaskan-owned bus...