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Meet Stacie Stigar!

...pent 6 years as the Executive Director for United Way of Mat-Su, a job that she loved and that gave her many opportunities to make positive changes in the community. Stacie then had a “crazy moment” and bought what was the Mailboxes, Etc. and is now The UPS Store ...

July 2023 Update from the Alaska SBDC Executive Director

...ith clients, both visitors and locals, I highly recommend checking out our BuyAlaska program. Katie Nave, the BuyAlaska ​​Program Director, has been developing some amazing collateral and services for businesses and communities to help people shop local. I could go on and on about all of the ways tha...

Color Wheel Arts LLC

...nses to its variety of workshop offerings and full-to-nearly-full art classes! We here at the SBDC are as excited as Sherri is to 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 ...

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

...ner llamando al SBA’s Customer Service Center (800-659-2955 o al 800-877-8339 para los sordos y personas con problemas auditivos) o bien enviando un email a disastercustomerservice@sba.gov Unas notas de parte del SBDC de Alaska El SBDC de Alaska esta para ayudarle. Puede encontrar esta ayuda en las p...

Hive Mind Meadery

...indmeadery.com , Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HiveMindMeaderyLLC or Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/HiveMindMeadery...

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

...he US, many merchants are set up for EMV with chip-and-PIN validation: while the card is in the reader, the customer must enter the valid PIN associated with the card in order for the transaction to be completed. To avoid delays and inconveniences associated with forgotten PINs, US merchants ...

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

...the state. We will also deploy up to five remotely-operated rural business computer kiosks which will allow our advisors to interact with rural businesses in Alaska’s remote communities. Through an international partnership with business organizations in the Lower-48 and Canada, the Alaska SBDC will...

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

...ders.   3. Financial Recordkeeping Accurate and up-to-date financial records are essential for tracking progress, filing taxes, and securing funding. We offer workshops on bookkeeping basics and can recommend bookkeeping software solutions. You can learn more at our low-fee and no-fee workshop suite....

Tourism Season is Here: Tips for Small Business Success

...Consider adding comfortable seating outside, easy-to-spot “Open” signs, or featuring local artwork or music. In Anchorage? Anchorage Community Development Authority (ACDA), in partnership with Northrim Bank and Alaska SBDC’s State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI) program at the UAA Business...

Black Spruce Brewing Company (BSBC)

...ll was also able to help us work with our landlord-to-be to come to an arrangement that would make the beginning of the lease term more doable to us as a start-up and agreeable to our landlord.” With the BSBC starting comes the perfect brew. The beer brewed at ...

Auke Bay Yoga, LLC

...au to offer hot yoga classes utilizing their state-of-the-art infrared heating system. Auke Bay Yoga also shares profits amongst their teachers as well as donating a percentage to Haa Tóoch Lichéesh, a local community wellness coalition. As an added bonus, Auke Bay Yoga plans to offer restorative cla...

Validating Your Market (SBIR)

The Good Dog: Behavioral Consulting, LLC

...uy a building to house his business for dog training. Then, he looked into buying an existing business (boarding and training). And, now he has finally settled into a really sweet spot of offering one-on-one training on-site with the owners. He also offers group hikes in the summertime!” For ...

Director’s Year-End Review

...h of our new online workshop program with over 20 online on-demand classes, 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 o...

Desire Wellness

...erapy sessions or gym memberships. On the business-to-business (B2B) front, they are delving into ergonomic training to minimize workplace accidents and persistent physical issues, aligning with their ambition to comply with OSHA standards. Furthermore, in response to growing B2B demands, they have c...

The Spice & Tea Exchange

...ng the shop is like immersing yourself into an old-world marketplace where the sights and smells will inspire you to try something new and exciting. And if the store alone isn’t enough- their amazing website is home to a wealth of delicious recipes including Garden Garlic Bread, Lavender Lemon ...

Alaska SBDC On-Demand Workshops Are No-Cost Through April

...ness Insurance for Small Businesses Alaska SBDC On-Demand Workshops Are No-Cost Through April (March 19) SBDC Updates Regarding SBA Disaster Relief Loans (March 18) Mayor Berkowitz’s Emergency Order (March 16) Alaska SBDC Tips for Food Businesses Impacted by COVID-19 (March 16) Alaska SBDC Newsletter...

Always be Swooping

...Always Be Swooping. Connect with the team on Instagram, Facebook, and online at https://www.alwaysbeswooping.com/...

Tailwind Aviation

...ishing season, Brad Johnson and Ferris worked side-by-side for more than two years to ensure that the transition of ownership would be as seamless as possible for employees and clients alike. During this two-year timeframe, Johnson also worked with Alaska SBDC Mat-Su Center Director, Julie Nolen, on...

Localz: Alaska Made Home Decor & Much More

...a, Localz is your one-stop shop for unique, one-of-a-kind treasures. When you enter the shop at Localz, it’s easy to see why this new business has gotten off to such a great start. Everything has been carefully organized and cleverly decorated, making both the space inviting and the items ...