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Small Business Saturday

...d Alaska SBDC are sponsoring the #ShopSmallSelfie event this year as part of Small Business Saturday! Customers who shop at participating small businesses will have the chance to win some Buy Alaska swag by taking a photo and using the tags #ShopSmallSelfie and #BuyAlaska on Facebook, Twitter and Ins...

SubZero Heats Up

...so far because of cottage food laws, but several companies have shown interest in carrying their products in stores. “As soon as we become certified, then we will be pushing retail.” And they’ll expand their menu. They’re working on developing meat products and will most definitely tackle “the cool...

Why Every Entrepreneur Should Utilize Industry Data

...rovide you with a detailed list of all your local competition. We will provide you with all of the competing businesses in your area, the number of employees they have, their annual revenue, 5 year sales growth, 5 year employee growth and their annual expenses, as well as other ...

Resurrect Art Coffee House and Gallery

...o both locals and tourists who come across its welcoming atmosphere. Creative in her own right, Micheley Kowalski purchased this hidden gem in October 2015 and has worked to maintain the culture and sense of community that Resurrect Art Coffee House and Gallery provides to its patrons. To ensure ...

June Update from the Alaska SBDC Executive Director

...’s true that we’re in for a rough year, but if we come together and support each other I believe we can come through this stronger than before. As always, if there’s anything the SBDC can do to help you and your business, please don’t hesitate to reach out ...

July Update from the Alaska SBDC Executive Director

...portant, is supporting Alaskan businesses through buy-local efforts. This is why I am pleased to announce the relaunch of the BuyAlaska program which you can read more about in this newsletter. This initiative will help to connect people with Alaskan owned businesses in their community and will showc...

December Update from the Executive Director

...need your help now more than ever. If you plan on buying gifts, please buy local. You can use the amazing Holiday Gift Guide put together by the BuyAlaska program. Reach out to your favorite restaurants and order a special treat for you and your loved ones to help ...

Color Wheel Arts LLC

...o watch this new business unfold and blossom as it sparks creativity in its community. Connect with Color Wheel Arts on Facebook, by phone at 907-209-7173, by email at sherri@sherrimcdonald.com and/or online to the website coming soon at www.colorwheelarts.com. Business hours are Wednesdays 6pm-9pm a...

El Préstamo para Desastres por Danos Economicos está ahora disponible en Alaska

...ud puede demorarse tanto por tener datos erróneos como por estar incompleta Asegúrese de que la información de contacto (nombre del negocio y de los dueños) coincida con la declaración de impuestos y sus devoluciones Fondos adicionales: si se necesitan fondos adicionales, los solicitantes así podrán...

Out to Sea Expedition Company

...the storms and turning dreams into a real business.” To learn more about Out to Sea Expedition Company visit outtoseaexpeditions.com! Check out their online gear shop outtoseagear.com and follow their adventures on Facebook and Instagram....

Cash In on Helpouts by Google

...tage of this new platform and those who jump on board from the beginning will most likely see the greatest results! Learn more about Google Helpouts by visiting their website: helpouts.google.com. Google is currently beta testing this platform and businesses must request an invite code in order to be...

Alaska SBDC COVID-19 Update: Preparing for the SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL)

...loan application (SBA Form 5) (this is electronic/online in the portal) Completed and signed Tax Information Authorization (IRS Form 4506-T) for the applicant, principals, and affiliates; each principal owning 20% or more of the applicant business, each general partner or managing member; and, for an...

Salmon Sisters

...festyle brand for yourself or share a taste of Alaska through good, real, and wild seafood. Visit the Salmon Sisters online store at https://aksalmonsisters.com/ or connect on Facebook and Instagram....

eCommerce for Small Businesses

Twisted Root Market

...ommunity even further. Connect with Twisted Root Market at 310 Front Street, Wrangell Alaska 99929, and online at twistedrootmarket.com, Instagram, and Facebook....

You may be liable for credit card fraud at your point of sale

...n manually, rather than using a POS. This will be completed as a card-not-present transaction, where the merchant will not be liable for not having an EMV compliant POS, but the fees for card-not-present transactions are often considerably higher than for card-present transactions. Hence, a merchant...

5 Time Saving Tools For Your Business

...ogether in a convenient solution, permitting good communication and solid collaboration among members. Projects get completed on time and any potential delays threatening the progress of the project are available in reports. Get to the important stuff first in your inbox SaneBox is an additional tool...

Check out our upcoming workshops and webinars!

...You can register for SBDC workshops online at our Training Events Calendar. Additionally, you may access our printable schedule that includes direct links to online classes here: Spring 2017 Seminar Schedule....

FY2018 was marked by new initiatives; FY2019 will continue that momentum

...the meantime, check out our newly designed FY2018 Community Impact Report for a more comprehensive overview of Alaska SBDC activities, regional and statewide business trends, and tons of inspiring stories featuring some of Alaska’s most successful small businesses. Jon Bittner Alaska SBDC Executive D...

Mama Bears Kombucha

...se it at pop-up stands and farmer’s markets. With online consumerism growing, 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...