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January Update from the Executive Director

...t 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 star...

Meet Andrew Kerosky!

...t’s tabletop games, puzzles, cards, or his weekly online game night. He also says that one thing people might not know by looking at him is that he is a halfway decent Latin and liquid dancer. So far in his work for the Alaska SBDC, he has spent a ...

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 ...

Always be Swooping

...e you adore to be found at Always Be Swooping. Connect with the team on Instagram, Facebook, and online at https://www.alwaysbeswooping.com/...

UAF CTC Virtual Late Start Business Courses

...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 that is transforming all business sectors. Gain an understanding of how businesses have adapted to technology and learn to take...

SBA Disaster Assistance Available to Alaska Private Nonprofit Organizations

...ts payable and other bills that cannot be paid because of the disaster’s impact. Economic injury assistance is available regardless of whether the nonprofit suffered any property damage. The interest rate is 2 percent with terms up to 30 years. The deadline to apply for property damage is April ...

MOA EO-19 “Make it a Safe Spring”

...feet physical distancing required. Telephone and online ordering are encouraged. A continued offering of curbside, entryway, and delivery service is encouraged. Read the entire MOA Emergency Order 19 that includes guidance on required visitor logs and the notification of a positive or probable COVID...

The SBA Funds 16,000 Restaurant Revitalization Fund Awards

...rom any eligible establishment until funds are exhausted, the number of applications received so far could exhaust the funds authorized to fund the RRF. Interested onsite food establishments may still apply through SBA-recognized POS vendors or directly via the SBA online application portal: https://...

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

...ics   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

.... Small Business Administration Attend this free, online event to learn new business strategies, meet other business owners, and chat with industry experts! This 3-day, action-packed event will include educational webinars, updates on resources for small businesses, and a networking chat room for bus...

Bookkeeping Made Easy!

Business Resiliency: Keeping the Lights On

Beginner’s Guide: Sell Your Products on Etsy

Reach Your Customers: When They Want, How They Want

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...

Tailwind Aviation

...service to local customers as well. Connect with Tailwind Aviation at (907) 376-3422 and online at www.tailwindak.com...

Ketchikan Ever Greens

...the issues brought on by our community’s long and difficult supply chain.” Learn more about Ketchikan Ever Greens online at www.ketchikanevergreens.com as this local business continues to grow!...

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Intellectual Property 101 (SBIR)