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HeBrews Christian Cafe
...ips! HeBrews Christian Cafe is located at 490 S Knik-Goose Bay Road in Wasilla serving their community through love, southern hospitality, and great food. Open Monday-Friday, 7:00 am – 7:00 pm, swing by HeBrews for a quality meal! Website: https://HeBrews-cafe.business.site/ Facebook: https://www.fac...
This Holiday Season, BuyAlaska
...of local businesses, encouraging Alaskans to prioritize shopping within their communities. Empowering Local Entrepreneurs: The Alaska SBDC Advantage The Alaska SBDC has long been a cornerstone of support for local entrepreneurs. Through its array of resources, mentorship programs, and workshops, the...
May 2023 Update from the Alaska SBDC Executive Director
...urism Industry Association, Alaska will see more visitors this year than ever before. The state is projected to host over 2.4 million visitors in 2023, with 1.6 million arriving by cruise ship! These are the highest numbers ever recorded for Alaska. We’re seeing businesses staffing up and investing i...
BlueWater BaseCamp, LLC
...want to experience nature in comfort – often “spoil-me rotten” luxurious comfort! This type of “spoil-me” luxurious comfort is exactly what Teal Sky Heller and Russ Carpenter have been creating for the last two years. Once the couple found the perfect piece of land in Eklutna, they started clearing...
September Update from the Alaska SBDC Executive Director
This has been an exciting month for the Alaska SBDC! Several of our team travelled to Nashville, TN for the annual America’s SBDC Conference to learn from other SBDCs across the country and teach them a little about what we do in return. Hot topics included AI technology, SSBCI
Alaska Sewing Machine Repair
...mom & pop repair shops have closed or stopped repairing machines, where do people go?” Intrigued by this dilemma, Kate’s adventure began. After doing some quick Google searching, Kate quickly realized there were only a couple people in the Anchorage area repairing sewing machines; yet COVID had cause...
Legal Aspects: Buying & Selling a Business
...this is the case, the buyer should consider a non-compete agreement to protect itself from future competition. The seller might start a competing business or work for a competitor. The non-compete normally covers a geographic area (these days that might include the internet), the type of activities,...
Mat-Su Landscaping and Lawn Maintenance, LLC
...who remain involved as heads of the Landscaping division and managing the office. Marguerite has been working with the company since its beginning with Andrew joining 10 years ago and today, both are looking forward to continuing to serve the Mat-Su Valley. What started as a family business with
Fairbikes
...irbanks after seeing it’s success in other major cities in the lower 48. Their stations are not only convenient for those who are looking for a different mode of transportation but also for the communities that host them. Fairbikes hopes to reduce traffic and parking congestion, improve air quality
Director’s Year-End Review
...asses, our Rural Business Development program receiving its second year of USDA funding, and our advisors helping over 1,600 clients start 190 new businesses who raised nearly $18 million in funding. The Alaska SBDC also conducted our 3rd annual Small Business Survey and will be releasing the results...
Shopping Small for 2020 Holiday Season Needed More Than Ever
...what options are available. Curbside pickup – call-in purchases or order online to pick up gifts curbside to eliminate the need to go into a store. Gift cards – these are an easy and popular way to support a local small business and please the people on your shopping
Desire Wellness
Bridging Health Gaps and Igniting Wellness Innovation in Alaska and Beyond The Desire Wellness story is one of innovation, resilience, and a profound commitment to revolutionizing healthcare access in Alaska and beyond. Founded by Dr. Marty Sanchez in 2020, Desire Wellness arose from a recognition o...
Cash In on Helpouts by Google
...sistance on a variety of business topics from qualified professionals nation-wide. The assistance is personalized, you are able to ask questions and the venders are vetted by Google. If you don’t feel like you were helped, Google is offering a money back guarantee during this initial test phase. Addi...
Alaska SBDC COVID-19 Update: Preparing for the SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL)
...ghly recommended. Funds will be decided on a first-come, first-serve basis. Visit the Alaska SBDC COVID-19 Channel for recorded updates! Be Ready: What will you need to apply? Completed SBA loan application (SBA Form 5) (this is electronic/online in the portal) Completed and signed Tax Information Au...
Salmon Sisters
Salmon Sisters: Keepin’ it Wild Authenticity, habitat, and uniqueness found only in Alaska lie at the heart of Salmon Sisters’ products, partnerships, and mission. By now, you’ve likely heard the story of sisters and fishermen, Emma and Claire, their passion for the sea, and the impact their company...
Twisted Root Market
Twisted Root Market: Community. Sustainability. Health. Opening in 2018 as a specialty marketplace for difficult-to-find food and goods, Twisted Root Market owner and founder, Sierra Roland, centered the store on her experience as a health coach and nutritionist. With the goal of providing Wrangell...
Alaska SBIR/STTR Grant Program Announced
...nd may supplement awards to grantees with a Phase II Federal SBIR/STTR award up to a total award of $100,000, dependent on the total amount of remaining funding. Information on Federal SBIR/STTR Programs can be found online at https://www.sbir.gov/about. Information on the Alaska SBIR/STTR Grant Prog...
The Rookery
...e purchase and to create a strategy that would position The Rookery for success from the beginning. After moving from the “think” stage to the “launch” stage, Smith met with Grant to review the financial decisions which resulted in their ability to finance equipment and upgrades for the café
Duke’s Transmission Automotive & Tire Repair
...dcastle is a graduate of Texas A&M and an ASE certified master auto tech with twenty eight years of experience. Hardcastle first approached the Alaska Small Business Development Center on the Kenai Peninsula in March 2010 before opening his shop. He asked Bryan Zak to look over his business