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Mama Bears Kombucha

...wing, 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 success, Alexis reflected, “I feel honored helping her bring her entrep...

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...

Pivot Plan is Critical for Small Business Survival in Alaska

...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 with the information and products they want. Communicate effectively – Reach out to your existing customer base and let them know how to support ...

November Update from the Alaska SBDC Executive Director

...her 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 you’re looking for food and gift ideas ...

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

...al Presence Sell Online This Holiday Season with E-Commerce Tools with Google! Engaging Social Media Small Business Support & Advising One of our business advisors would be happy to work with you one-on-one where you’ll receive confidential, efficient, and applicable guidance for navigating this tumu...

The “Perfect Pitch” is March 26

...the culmination of a long process that included a competition kick-off and mentoring sessions designed to support participants through the process of developing a robust plan and a public pitch. Community sponsors Mr. Allan Johnston, Northrim Bank (Ms. K. Bender), and Alaskan Data Solutions (Jim Kost...

Restaurant Revitalization Fund (RRF)

...d: Verification for Tax Information: IRS Form 4506-T, completed and signed by Applicant. Completion of this form digitally on the SBA platform will satisfy this requirement. Gross Receipts Documentation: Any of the following documents demonstrating gross receipts and, if applicable, eligible expenses...

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

...ll eligible applications will be funded on a first-come, first-served basis. Consistent with the legislation and the intent of Congress, the SBA continues to take steps to ensure the equitable distribution of relief, particularly for the smallest businesses, by creating a $9.5 billion set-aside: $5 b...

Shopping Local & Alaskan Tourism Flourish Hand-in-Hand

...sustainable growth within our communities. As the waves of tourists come ashore and traverse Alaska’s diverse landscapes, they are not merely looking for souvenirs but also seeking to establish a tangible connection with the place they visit. By choosing to shop local, these visitors invest in the ve...

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...

September Update from the Alaska SBDC Executive Director

...red Geoff Wright to manage that process. Going forward we are excited to launch new resources, incubators, workshops, access to consultants, new healthcare innovation programs and more. The Alaska SBDC has been supporting small businesses in the state for over 3​5 years and we’ve never been more exci...

August Update from the Alaska SBDC Executive Director

...y, willing and able to work with your business one-on-one to not only help answer your business questions, but to tell you more about all of the amazing special programs and new tools we’re launching in 2023/2024. If you were able to attend the latest Anchorage Economic Development Corporation’s ...

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

...ders.   3. Financial Recordkeeping Accurate and up-to-date financial records are essential for tracking progress, filing taxes, and securing funding. We offer workshops on bookkeeping basics and can recommend bookkeeping software solutions. You can learn more at our low-fee and no-fee workshop suite....

Tourism Season is Here: Tips for Small Business Success

...Consider adding comfortable seating outside, easy-to-spot “Open” signs, or featuring local artwork or music. In Anchorage? Anchorage Community Development Authority (ACDA), in partnership with Northrim Bank and Alaska SBDC’s State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI) program at the UAA Business...

The Rookery

...usiness plan to account for the growth the business has seen and to make sure the financial projections are accurate. The Rookery can be found online at www.therookerycafe.com or you can visit them in person Monday through Saturday at 111 Seward Street in Juneau, Alaska.      ...

Duke’s Transmission Automotive & Tire Repair

...intain the high level of customer service his business is known for. You can find Duke’s Transmission Automotive & Tire Repair online at www.dukestrans.com where you can read about the staff and services and even request a quote....

Port Chilkoot Distillery

...y producing spirits, but offering tours of their facility and operations as well as a tasting room. You can visit them online at http://www.portchilkootdistillery.com/ or keep up with them on Facebook here....

Double Shovel Cider Company

...A very … tasty … storm. The men behind this hit-of-a-business are committed to hand-crafted, dry, hard ciders that tickle the taste buds without being too sweet. With ever-evolving and gluten free Alaskan flavors, DSCC has something for everyone on tap at over 120 locations in Southcentral and Interi...

Puffin Chiropractic, LLC

...et with us, he scheduled an appointment for a face-to-face discussion on how our new small business could maximize its potential in the community. He suggested excellent resources to network with and had ideas of how to increase our web and internet presence. On top of his kind and ...

East Ramp Wood-Fired Pizza

...trives to ensure East Ramp Wood-Fired Pizza is welcoming, comfortable and based on teamwork. With Ehnert’s vision from the beginning are the talented lead cooks that make it a delicious reality – Joe, Cassandra, and Shawn. Along with their passion and skill, pizzas are cooked to perfection within min...