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Alaska SBDC Relief Bill Overview
...our team at info@aksbdc.org or send us an inquiry online. Additionally, all Alaska SBDC workshops are free until March 31, 2021. We invite you to take advantage of this opportunity and view our workshop schedule and registration at your convenience here. Download a pdf version of this handout: Alaska...
January Update from the Executive Director
...start to see even more funding programs start to come online bringing even more relief to businesses. The Alaska SBDC continues to provide the best source of COVID-related business assistance information in the state. Our Weekly Briefings with the SBA, IRS, Foraker Group and other organizations have...
Meet Andrew Kerosky!
...th tangible and immediate positive impacts on his community. He feels that small businesses are the lifeblood of the Alaskan economy, and looks forward to putting his MBA to work through the Alaska SBDC to address the overwhelming problems they currently face. Andrew says his relationship with Alaska...
February Update from the Executive Director
...t that 50% of businesses surveyed weren’t selling online, but many of them wanted to be. The breakdown of CARES funding by region was also interesting for those wondering where the money went. As the pandemic drags on and cabin fever reaches its late winter peak, it’s important to ...
UAF CTC Virtual Late Start Business Courses
...this course is the opportunity to earn three micro-credentials at no additional fees. Starts March 1- register now! Business in a Digital World This exploration of trends in internet commerce, websites, social media, and digital advertising examines the dynamic shift to a network-based business model...
SBA Disaster Assistance Available to Alaska Private Nonprofit Organizations
...-2955 or email disastercustomerservice@sba.gov for more information on SBA disaster assistance. Individuals who are deaf or hard‑of‑hearing may call (800) 877-8339. Completed applications should be mailed to U.S. Small Business Administration, Processing and Disbursement Center, 14925 Kingsport Road,...
MOA EO-19 “Make it a Safe Spring”
...unicipality and borough play may commence with Pre-Competition COVID testing. Gyms, Recreation, and Fitness Centers: Open with face masks and 6 feet physical distancing required. Salons and Personal Care Service Providers: Open with face masks and 6 feet physical distancing required. Note limitations...
MOA Tourism Grant
...20 compared to 2019 due to the reduction in out-of-community visitors as customers, cancellation of meetings and conventions, etc., due to COVID-19. Must have annual gross receipts in 2019 of at least $25,000. Businesses with less than $25,000 in annual revenue in 2019 may be eligible if the year-ove...
The SBA Funds 16,000 Restaurant Revitalization Fund Awards
...application process, and by partnering with point-of-sale (POS) vendors to provide seamless ways to apply to the Restaurant Revitalization Fund. Following the 21-day priority period, all eligible applications will be funded in the order in which they have been received. While the SBA will continue a...
June Update from the Alaska SBDC Executive Director
...eam invention a reality! There are also a host of online classes on IP, patents, R&D, and prototype fabrication. Summertime in the Greatland is definitely a “work hard, play hard” frame of mind for sun-starved Alaskans, but if you’re like us here at the Alaska SBDC, you wouldn’t have ...
July 22-24: Path to Prosperity Business Basics
...ot.org/businessbasics Business Basics is a three-day interactive, online workshop designed for Southeast Alaskans who are looking to launch a business. Whether you have an idea that you’re looking to turn into a business or a side project you are looking to expand, this workshop will give you the ...
National Small Business Week 2021 Virtual Summit Announced September 13-15
...e resilience of our nation’s entrepreneurs and the renewal of our small business economy as we build back better from this once-in-a-generation economic crisis.” – Administrator Isabella Casillas Guzman Register here: https://sba.gov/nsbw...
Farewell to Victoria Hofmann!
...She further pivoted the workshop program entirely online during the COVID-19 pandemic to support Alaskans across the state while also hosting daily COVID-19 related business briefings with key leaders from The Foraker Group, the Small Business Administration, and the State of Alaska to ensure informa...
Alaska Cohort Completes SBA Program with Outstanding Performance
...evelopment. Revamped features included a hybrid in-person/online learning module, a professional coach per cohort, peer mentoring, and experienced subject matter experts all with the purpose of creating of a three-year strategic growth business plan as a final project. The 2022 Alaska Cohort was name...
Alaska SBIR/STTR Grant Program Announced
...am – including eligibility requirements, use of funds, and the grant application – can be found on the DCCED program webpage at https://www.commerce.alaska.gov/web/dcra/GrantsSection/SBIR-STTRGrant.aspx. The deadline to submit applications is Monday, May 15, 2023. ...
Invention-Con 2023: Building tomorrow’s innovation
...hree: Moving your business forward (virtual and in-person) – find out how to turn passion into profits, overcome obstacles in manufacturing, and pivot in the marketplace These and other learning opportunities await at Invention-Con 2023. You can view the full agenda on the event page, and register to...
Alaska Crab Crash: Affected Small Businesses May Be Eligible for Low-Interest Federal Loans
...ine to apply is Nov. 9, 2023 Applicants may apply online, receive additional disaster assistance information and download applications at https://disasterloanassistance.sba.gov/. Learn more by reading the SBA’s press release. And we can help with applications! Please visit the Alaska SBDC Client Port...
Happy AANHPI Month!
...ess to: Experienced Business Advisors (no-cost one-on-one advising) Working with an Alaska SBDC advisor can provide AANHPI business owners with a valuable sounding board, insights into industry trends, and help with developing marketing strategies. Alaska SBDC Advisors further assist clients with ide...
Alaska Sewing Machine Repair
..., hands-on mechanical instruction, taking several online skill tests, and completing apprenticeship training, Kate became a certified sewing machine repair technician. Shortly after completing her certification, Kate was incredibly fortunate to buy at auction all the machines, machine parts, and vari...