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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

...st quarantine or isolate. Indoor gatherings are limited to six people, and outdoor gatherings are limited to 10 people. Specific exceptions are defined in the emergency order, including for drive-in events, classrooms, and political and religious gatherings. Businesses Bars and restaurants are closed...

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)

...tion form. You will be able to complete this form online. Please do not submit RRF forms to SBA at this time. SBA Form 3172 Additional documentation required: Verification for Tax Information: IRS Form 4506-T, completed and signed by Applicant. Completion of this form digitally on the SBA platform ...

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

...on and knowledge support for current customers Submit your application online directly at restaurants.sba.gov Apply over the phone at (844) 279-9989 Registration with SAM.gov is not required. DUNS/CAGE identifiers are not required When to Apply for the RRF Pre-registration Opens Fri, April 30. RRF Ap...

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!

...ations with experienced advisors. A comprehensive online resource center with downloadable templates, articles, and guides. Access to our statewide Professional Referrals list. Take Charge of Your Financial Future Don’t let financial matters hold you back! This April, commit to improving your financi...

Tourism Season is Here: Tips for Small Business Success

...njoy, like Facebook or Instagram, that you can commit to posting to regularly. Share eye-catching photos and stories of your products and services in action. Feature happy customer experiences and run special summer promotions. Be sure your location is accurate so your business can be easily found in...

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...

The Rookery

...ed menu and a great reputation in the community. Smith has also opened Panhandle Provisions, a deli and specialty grocery store. Smith and Grant meet from time to time as they revise the business plan to account for the growth the business has seen and to make sure the ...