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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
...me sources in the initial stages, and once you’re ready, dive in wholeheartedly. And if obstacles seem insurmountable, there’s always Ian from the Alaska SBDC to guide the way. When asked about how the Alaska SBDC has helped him prepare for financing to expand his business, Melino said “Ian ...
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 ...
Check out our newest client profile: Davis Constructive Solutions
Being introduced to the construction world at a young age meant Matt Davis knew his future would always be in the construction industry. After gaining hands-on experience and attaining a Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Construction Management, Matt decided to direct his knowledge and mastery into hi...
Highlighting: Logic Geophysics & Analytics LLC
...isabled veteran-owned, small business serving the world from Anchorage, Alaska. In acquiring the business, owner Esther Babcock began working with the Alaska Small Business Development Center (SBDC) in Anchorage in order to bring geophysical services for site investigations throughout the state, as w...
Pivot Plan is Critical for Small Business Survival in Alaska
...s and support organizations like the SBA and SBDC ready, willing, and able to support you in your time of need. Alaska SBDC advisors are actively helping Alaska businesses with these three things already. In fact, more than 1,000 small businesses have received technical assistance from the Alaska SBD...
Highlighting Out to Sea Expedition Co.
...ea Expedition Company’s mission is to explore our world with an adventurous spirit in a sustainable way. The independent tour operators specializing in guided wildlife eco-tours and custom outdoor expeditions use fully inflatable Zodiacs to explore the stunning and reinvigorating waters surrounding K...
Have Your Aurora and Eat It Too
...d to be a challenge. As they worked through the struggles of being new business owners, they leaned on support from the Alaska Small Business Development Center, taking workshops and working one-on-one with an adviser. The Shims decided to focus more squarely on chocolates. They now have two storefro...
New Client Profile: Waterworks Spas and Saunas
...ved Alaska as the oldest hot tub company in the state offering energy efficient and quality spa products to happy and relaxed customers. Today, this tradition continues under the watchful eye of its second-generation owner, Kali Tucker. Read Kali’s story here!...
Newest Client Profile: William’s Reindeer Farm
...ey, Tom Williams, his wife Gene, and their children. He was an advocate of reindeer ownership in Alaska who shared his determination and passion with his family and today, his daughter, Denise Hardy, is dedicated to growing the family farm, furthering her father’s vision, and bringing joy and educati...
Highlighting Juneau Composts!
Sustainability is an issue facing all businesses today, no matter their size or place in the marketplace. Increasingly, businesses are finding that embracing sustainable practices leads to better corporate culture, more reliable products, and greater long term profitability. Seeing the need, Juneau...
Alaska SBDC Update for Businesses Impacted by COVID-19
...a list of resources please visit our website and read our last newsletter released March 13. I’ll update you as things change, Jon Bittner Executive Director Mayor Berkowitz’s Emergency Order (March 16) Alaska SBDC Tips for Food Businesses Impacted by COVID-19 (March 16) Alaska SBDC Newsletter on Ma...
Highlighting Juneau Airbnb, LLC
...goes back nearly two decades, Edwell John Jr. is a longtime Alaska SBDC workshop attendee who has successfully launched his Airbnb business. As of today, he is especially proud of a “first” milestone many entrepreneurs share: hosting happy guests and carrying a 5-star rating. Read on … ...
Tips and Dates for 2023 Tax Filing Season
...y areas of the agency this year. We’ve trained thousands of new employees to answer phones and help people. While much work remains after several difficult years, we expect people to experience improvements this tax season. That’s just the start as we work to add new long-term transformation efforts...
Alaska SBDC In The Community
...tant conversation between Ruth Wolfe, Alaska SBDC Rural Business Advisor, and Debbie Atuk for Alaska Native Economic Development Conversations, learn about the Alaska SBDC’s initiatives in safeguarding intellectual property, promoting economic development, empowering rural communities, and more! Watc...
Is The Government Buying What You Sell?
...by going to an individual agency’s website and keyword search “forecast.” The federal government may be the world’s biggest buyer, but in FY 2013, the Division of General Services issued over $19 million in contract awards. The state of Alaska purchases all kinds of equipment, supplies, services, and...