Alaska Small Business Development Center

Opening a Massage Business in Alaska

Summary

What you need to know about licensing, operational set up, insurance, and more for a massage business

Details Covered

  • Research
  • Business Structure
  • Massage Therapy Establishment Definition
  • Who needs to register with the state?
  • Registration
  • Licensing and FAQs
  • Insurance
  • Taxes
  • Operational Setup
  • Furnishings and fixtures
  • Hiring
  • Branding and marketing
  • Resources
  • How the Alaska SBDC can help

Below is the toolkit instructional video. If you would like a copy of the slides, including the links referenced in the video, please contact your SBDC advisor. 

And if you’re not yet registered as a client, you can get started here. It’s free! 

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