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TREND Phase 0 Award Recipient Spotlight
...seafood world! Their mission is simple but powerful: to champion the unsung heroes of the ocean, the independent, small-boat fishers, and expand market opportunities for their catch in the process. With every bite, you’re supporting a community, a way of life, and a world of flavor....
There’s No Place Like Home (Page)!
...reat” it is. If you haven’t guessed, in a perfect world you’ll want to get the email of every visitor to your site (and their permission to continue sending them educational emails.) The most effective way to do this is to “treat” them to something of value and get ...
TREND
...panies Alaska Adaptable Housing Copper River Fish Market GRAYSTAR Pacific Hexegy Integrated Robotics Imaging Systems 2023 Phase 0 Application Instructions More Resources Center ICE at UAF The University of Alaska Fairbanks’ Center ICE SBIR support program is available to all Alaskans. Center ICE offe...
Where are you in the Business Life Cycle?
...ncies, strategizing and setting goals to increase market share, and working on your financial plan to raise capital. Reinvent Fundamental changes in your business model are often inevitable…you need to plan for them. The reinvent stage is different for every small business owner. In order to recogniz...
Why Every Entrepreneur Should Utilize Industry Data
...ness intelligence leader specializing in industry market research, and SBDCNet, a small business information resource, the Alaska Small Business Development Center can give you the edge to stay ahead of your competition. IBISWorld reports will show the business owner the key external factors imperati...
A Little Understanding Goes a Long Way
...t niche market feels limiting. While that may be true, it is also true that the tighter your market niche, the more effective your marketing. Consider the light bulb and the laser…they both work off of the same energy but look at what a laser can do that a ...
Startup Weekend Anchorage
Anchorage Startup Weekend is scheduled for February 6th-8th and is currently open for registration! The last event was a huge success with almost 50 people filling The Boardroom for a weekend of fun and hard work exploring and building new business ideas. Plan to join the fun and start ...
Dragonfly Dad
...as well serving as a durable keychain. Made with USA materials, these colorful dragonflies symbolize the resiliency and fun of life in Alaska. Stay-at-home dad, Mark Smurda, enjoys teaching his children about life and in turn, learning from them what life is all about. As a family, they appreciate ...
OP-ED: Small Manufacturing Firms Continue to Drive Alaska Economy
...come from manufacturers, establishing them as a crucial component to our role in the international marketplace. In North America specifically, the passage of the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) earlier this year has and will continue to drive job creation and strengthen manufacturing in Alaska....
Tourism Season is Here: Tips for Small Business Success
...idance on marketing, managing inventory, planning finances, and running a seasonal business like a pro. We also offer a suite of workshops and resources on everything from social media to customer service to empower you and your business. Let’s connect to get started. Summer is a time for growth, ...
Alaska SBDC In The Community
...at Alaska Startup Week Tyler Arnold, TREND Program Director, recently took part in a captivating panel as part of Alaska Startup Week: “Exiting: Five Founders Share Their Stories”. The event was organized by Gretchen Fauske, the SBDC Director of Special Programs & Strategy and moderated by Jon Bittn...
SBA Prioritizes Smallest of Small Businesses in PPP
...are of funding is up nearly 60% For businesses in rural communities, the share of funding is up nearly 30% The share of funding distributed through Community Development Financial Institutions and Minority Depository Institutions is up more than 40% “The SBA is a frontline agency working to create an...
Anadyr Adventures
...ms to “introduce kids to kayaking and the natural world.” Professionals at guiding others through the beauty of Alaska, Hocking worked with Alaska Small Business Development Center’s business advisors, Ian Grant, and Jennifer Adams, in steering Anadyr Adventures through the coronavirus pandemic. In w...
The Mystery of Financial Health
...tics] or Census are doing the measuring and it’s true whether you measure new establishments or new firms.” Many businesspersons are so busy running their company that spending time learning how to interpret and manage financial statements is the last thing they want to do. When one begins the ...
The Rise of AI: The Future of Business?
...sinesses in different sectors such as healthcare, finance, e-commerce, and more. This versatility has made it a popular choice for startups and companies of all sizes. In conclusion, the rise in interest in AI-powered chatbots like Chat GPT is a sign of the times. As businesses and entrepreneurs seek...