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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

...equity funding for Alaskan businesses. Over the next few months they plan on working with lenders across the state to process an additional $19 million in loans. They’re particularly excited about a partnership with the Municipality of Anchorage’s Anchorage Community Development Authority to create...

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

...Alaska businesses. One-on-one consultations 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 A...

We Need Your Feedback!

...We’re asking our small business owners to help us by taking this NY FED survey on your financing needs, choices and borrowing experiences. Please take a few minutes to complete the survey so we can better understand the funding needs of our state’s small businesses: http://nyfed.org/2e50ndB...

Toast of the Town

...ts just for the thrill of it – their plans are an exercise in experiential marketing that aims to develop a business and build valuable relationships. They put strategy first, specially tailoring their services to each individual client so that the final product is both entertaining and effective. To...

ProfitCents Industry Data and Analysis

...by performance ratios, this report is often used as a starter. This 4-8 page report includes both text and graphs, and is also available in Spanish....

What’s Your Business Worth?

...useful for established businesses or those in the exit stage. It provides a comprehensive overview of your business’s value, considering various financial factors. Alaska SBDC Business Advisors will advise clients that these valuations are informal. Banks often conduct their own valuations based on t...

Hiring Your First Employee

...This checklist will help guide you through all of the essential steps before hiring your first employee. Use it to navigate the process through obtaining an EIN, obtaining worker’s compensation insurance, learning what is required of you, and more....

IBIS World Industry Research Report

...iness. To request market research from IBISWorld, request advising from the SBDC Center nearest you. Below is an example of an Industry Summary for Elderly & Disabled Services Nationwide....

Your Business Lifestyle

Financial Model Worksheets

...e Basic Financial Model worksheet is suitable for existing businesses and startups that do not require as elaborate a financial model to help crunch the numbers. The Advanced Financial Model worksheet is for use with Microsoft Excel only and is suitable for more detailed financial modeling, including...

Business Plan Outline

...ts into an easy-to-communicate format. Version 3: Extended This tool takes the business owners through a very in-depth review of their business operations. The outline is more thorough than the “Business Plan Outline – Simple” tool we offer and is a great resource for start-up business owners who wan...

Plan B Capital

Getting Started

...ess idea, launching a new business, going to the next level with an existing business, or thinking of selling your business, the Alaska SBDC can help you in your journey. What the Alaska SBDC cannot do The Alaska SBDC is not a lender and cannot loan money to businesses

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?

...s advisor connect with you directly. What can you expect? Your advisor will review ratio scorecard information Discuss ProfitCents Narrative and Financial Snapshot with your advisor Revise the exit strategy portion of your business plan Prepare an inventory list Do you know how much your business is...

Is your goal to buy or sell a business?

Purchasing or selling an existing business is an exciting time for entrepreneurs! Our goal is to help you get started and complete the process successfully. 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

Programs

...ectory Get discounts on business services with FedEx, QuickBooks Online, and Constant Contact Stay up to date with our monthly newsletter ‘The BuyAlaska Buzz’ Our partners connect from across Alaska to find ways to support small businesses. When local businesses succeed, Alaska thrives. GOAL For cons...

The Rookery

...all business owner I plan to continue using their expertise as our business grows”. Four years later, The Rookery has graduated into the “grow” stage of business, with 32 employees, an expanded menu and a great reputation in the community. Smith has also opened Panhandle Provisions, a deli and

Ohlson Mountain Mineral Springs

...eninsula. They offer direct delivery to consumers along with water dispenser rentals. They can be found online at http://ohlsonmountainmineralspringsh2o.com .  ...