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The Great Reveal: How Benchmarking can Help You Manage Your Business

...ipient K&N Management, whose vision is “to become world famous by delighting one guest at a time.” Her top-three tips on benchmarking: Benchmarking is critical to maintaining a competitive edge. Studying best practices keeps you ahead of the game. Effective benchmarking creates beneficial partnership...

J&W’s Fast Food

...Alaska SBDC I would not be halfway to where I am today and it would have cost a lot more to get here.” Since happily running J&W’s, Joshua and Clarissa have also been working on the businesses’ brand. As prior military members and Joshua having served as an Airborne

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...

Attracting Opportunities with Social Media (SBIR)

The Rise of AI: The Future of Business?

...mounts of data, which is essential for businesses today. Another major advantage of Chat GPT is its ability to adapt to different industries. It can work for businesses in different sectors such as healthcare, finance, e-commerce, and more. This versatility has made it a popular choice for startups a...

Risch, Colleagues Introduces Legislation to Boost R&D Grants for Small Businesses

...nnovation and job growth.” “Small businesses are truly the backbone of West Virginia’s economy, which is why we need to do what we can to support them,” Capito said. “The FAST Fix Act would make several important changes to the FAST grants program and application process to give small

Shop Small Saturday: Boosting Alaska’s Economy, One Local Purchase at a Time

...a of supporting local businesses is that it’s the world’s easiest sales pitch. Ask anyone where you should visit in their favorite town, and I’ll bet the majority of the places they mention are small businesses. Restaurants, event locations, shopping experiences, tourist attractions, retail stores, a...

Small Business FAQs

...? Do I have the physical and emotional stamina to run a business? How well do I plan and organize? Are my attitudes and drive strong enough to maintain motivation? How will the business affect my family? What kind of business license should I buy? The four things to

Working with Profit Cents

...first understand what your financial position is today so you can make the most informed financial decisions for tomorrow. Profit Cents enables us to do this, and we at the AKSBDC have made it as easy as possible for you to get started. With 3 years of your business’

SBA Administrator Honors Nation’s Top Small Businesses

...r individual awards along with recognition of the runners-up and the naming of the 2016 National Small Business Person of the Year. Alaska’s winner is Fairbanks’ Connie Core-Dubay, owner and CEO of Cold Spot Feeds, Inc. In making the announcement, SBA Administrator Maria Contreras-Sweet said: “It is...

Juneau Airbnb, LLC

...located near all major shopping in Juneau. As of today, Edwell is especially proud of a “first” milestone many entrepreneurs share: hosting happy guests and carrying a 5-star rating. As he looks forward to potentially expanding his Airbnb properties, he can be sure the Alaska SBDC is there for

Anchorage Mayor Signs Emergency Orders EO-15 & EO-13 v2

...does not include farmers’ markets, outdoor food-truck events, drive-in events where groups remain in separate vehicles and maintain physical distancing, and daycares, day camps, or educational institutions for grades K-12. Remote work shall be required when work can be accomplished remotely without...

SBA and Treasury Announce PPP Re-Opens Jan 11

...sultation with the Treasury Department, announced today that the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) will re-open the week of January 11 for new borrowers and certain existing PPP borrowers. To promote access to capital, initially only community financial institutions will be able to make First Draw PP...

FAQs About the Alaska SBDC

...n you help? One needs to look no further than the newspaper industry today to realize that even the most notable of business models need to reinvent to survive. Successful companies find ways to make change their catalyst for growth. Reinvent your company, and plan for change, by understanding

Mat-Su Landscaping and Lawn Maintenance, LLC

...ts 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 the Rykaczewskis is continuing with the Dowlings and they attribute the businesses’ success and credibility to the fact that they have

Empowering Small Businesses: Alaska SBDC’s Guide to Robust Web Integration

...get started with an Alaska SBDC Business Advisor today. Maximizing Online Sales and Marketing To help businesses thrive in the digital marketplace, the Alaska SBDC offers resources and workshops on online sales and marketing. Entrepreneurs can gain insights into effective online marketing techniques...

Melino’s Marine Services

...tion grew exponentially, and so did its services. Today, with two purpose-built vessels, Melino’s Marine Services is Southeast Alaska’s premier “Yeah, we can do that” company. Their offerings have branched out from marine towing to remote logistics, water taxi services, and even TV production crew su...

Alaska SBDC: Making ProfitCents Industry Data and Analysis Work for You

...support of your Alaska SBDC advisor, you’ll have the financial insights and guidance you need to make informed decisions and thrive in today’s competitive market. Take the first step towards a successful future and discover the power of ProfitCents today....

Welcome The Boardroom!

...We’ve added another business to our Success Story ranks! The Boardroom has been making headlines since they opened and are continuing to grow in their first months. Learn more about the amazing Boardroom in downtown Anchorage here!...

Levinology Labs, LLC

...ded into growing industry product development. By breaking down each project for clients and prioritizing effectively, Levin and his team have been able to gradually and sufficiently invest in developing products leading into 2019 and are focused on pivoting into a technology development company from...