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Alaska Small Business Development Center Helping Alaskans grow small business
Funded: SBA
Hosted: UAA
Accredited: America's SBDC Repeat violations may result in a ban. Email [email protected].

ABOUT ALASKA SBDC
Since 1986, the Alaska Small Business Development Center (SBDC) has helped entrepreneurs across Alaska start, grow, and strengthen their businesses. We offer no-cost advising, workshops, and digital tools - available statewide, in person or onlinE - for startups and established businesses alike. Hosted by UAA and supported by the SBA, State of Alaska, and local partners, we’re proud to deliver the most comprehensive small business support network in the state.

🔗 Learn more: https://aksbdc.org

COMMUNITY GUIDELINES
We welcome respectful dialogue that supports small business success. Abusive, discriminatory, misleading, or spam content is not allowed and may be removed. We encourage constructive feedback and reserve the right to update these guidelines.

📩 Questions or concerns? EQUAL OPPORTUNITY NOTICE
UA is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, educational institution and provider and prohibits illegal discrimination against any individual: www.alaska.edu/nondiscrimination.

Our October newsletter is hitting inboxes tomorrow, and you won't want to miss it!From upcoming workshops and small busi...
10/14/2026

Our October newsletter is hitting inboxes tomorrow, and you won't want to miss it!

From upcoming workshops and small business resources to inspiring success stories and opportunities across Alaska, we've got plenty to share this season.

📬 Not on the list yet? There's still time!

Sign up on our homepage: https://aksbdc.org/

NEXT STOP: JUNEAU! 🎉Our 40th Anniversary Roadshow is heading to Alaska's capital city THIS THURSDAY, October 15!We're br...
10/14/2026

NEXT STOP: JUNEAU! 🎉

Our 40th Anniversary Roadshow is heading to Alaska's capital city THIS THURSDAY, October 15!

We're bringing the celebration to Juneau, and you're invited! Join us for an afternoon of celebrating 40 years of supporting Alaska's small businesses, connecting with our community, and recognizing local entrepreneurs making a difference.

📅 Thursday, October 15 | 4:30–6:30 PM
📍 Forbidden Peak Brewery, Juneau

We'd love to celebrate with you! Save your spot and register today: https://bit.ly/4jezB0K

Fairbanks, you gave us plenty to celebrate! 🎉Yesterday, we kicked off our 40th Anniversary Roadshow with local entrepren...
10/09/2026

Fairbanks, you gave us plenty to celebrate! 🎉

Yesterday, we kicked off our 40th Anniversary Roadshow with local entrepreneurs, community partners, and friends of the Alaska SBDC, with a little photo-booth fun!

A special congratulations to GripAll and Greater Works Caring Center LLC, our Fairbanks grant recipients! Each was awarded a $10,000 anniversary grant made possible through the generous support of Wells Fargo.

Thank you to everyone who joined us and to our team in Fairbanks for bringing it all together. Celebrating 40 years means celebrating the people and small businesses who make it possible.

One stop down, more Alaska celebrations ahead! 💙

We’re hitting the road! 🚗A big thank you to River Cities Living for featuring the Alaska SBDC’s 40th Anniversary Roadsho...
10/05/2026

We’re hitting the road! 🚗

A big thank you to River Cities Living for featuring the Alaska SBDC’s 40th Anniversary Roadshow in the October issue! We’re celebrating 40 years of supporting Alaska’s small businesses with stops in communities across the state.

And because a statewide road trip is bound to come with a few detours… 😉 Juneau and Anchorage, we’re still coming your way! Our updated dates are:

📍 Juneau — October 15
📍 Anchorage — November 18

Find the latest Roadshow dates, event details and registration information here: https://bit.ly/4z7MIFu

We’ll see you on the road, Alaska!

Spooky season is here, but cybersecurity scares, supply chain surprises, and outdated systems? 👻 We’ll pass.October is C...
10/02/2026

Spooky season is here, but cybersecurity scares, supply chain surprises, and outdated systems? 👻 We’ll pass.

October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month AND National Manufacturing Month, so we’re looking at what Alaska businesses can do to work smarter, stay safer, and build more resilient operations.

Take a few minutes this October to find one way to make your business more resilient.

🔗 Read more: https://aksbdc.org/2026/10/building-a-smarter-safer-alaska-business/

⭐ We’re celebrating our 2026 State Star!Congratulations to KellyAnn Cavaretta, Seward Business Advisor, on being named A...
09/30/2026

⭐ We’re celebrating our 2026 State Star!

Congratulations to KellyAnn Cavaretta, Seward Business Advisor, on being named Alaska’s 2026 America’s SBDC State Star!

From supporting Seward entrepreneurs to bringing her own firsthand experience as a business owner and community builder, she brings genuine dedication and a deep commitment to helping Alaska’s small businesses thrive.

We’re so proud to see her recognized alongside outstanding SBDC professionals from across the country. Congratulations on this well-deserved recognition! 🎉

Learn more about the America’s SBDC State Star recognition: https://bit.ly/4yXEakG

09/29/2026

Don’t leave our boss to celebrate alone. 🎂😂

Alaska SBDC is turning 40, and we’re celebrating across the state! Join us at one of our upcoming 40th Anniversary Roadshow events.

Find your stop and come celebrate with us → https://aksbdc.org/40th-anniversary-roadshow/.

Here’s to 40 years—and investing in what comes next. 💙

Heading into the weekend with an Alaska small business success worth celebrating! 🎉Danielle and Carlos Figueroa recently...
09/25/2026

Heading into the weekend with an Alaska small business success worth celebrating! 🎉

Danielle and Carlos Figueroa recently brought Primal Instinct Tattoo and Dark North Art Co. together under one roof in Anchorage, creating more room for both businesses to grow.

With support from the Anchorage SBDC, they navigated the SBA commercial loan process and took a big step toward their vision.

Read the Danie & The Beast LLC success story: https://bit.ly/4xEEIe5

New faces at the Alaska SBDC! 👋We’re excited to welcome Jennifer Walther, Rural Center Director, and Ian, Data Systems M...
09/24/2026

New faces at the Alaska SBDC! 👋

We’re excited to welcome Jennifer Walther, Rural Center Director, and Ian, Data Systems Manager, to our statewide team.

A lifelong Alaskan with 22 years of private-sector experience, Jennifer brings a background in entrepreneurship, leadership, and strategic business planning, along with firsthand experience living and working in rural Alaska. She’s passionate about helping entrepreneurs turn ideas and challenges into opportunities for sustainable growth.

Ian is a Certified Economic Developer (CEcD) with experience in economic development, data management, and strategic planning. In his new role, he’ll support the data, reporting, and systems that help keep Alaska SBDC programs running smoothly statewide.

We’re excited to have Jennifer and Ian on board! Help us give them a warm welcome. 💙

September isn't slowing down, and neither are we. 👀We have several opportunities coming up next week to help Alaska's sm...
09/18/2026

September isn't slowing down, and neither are we. 👀

We have several opportunities coming up next week to help Alaska's small business owners prepare, learn, and strengthen their businesses.

Swipe through ➡️ to find the workshop that's right for you:

🗓️ Sept. 22 | Disaster Recovery: What You Need to Know About the SBA Disaster Loan Program
🗓️ Sept. 23 | QuickBooks Online: Part 1
🗓️ Sept. 24 | QuickBooks Online: Part 2

Deadlines are coming up quickly, so don't wait to save your spot!

🔗 Register at aksbdc.org/workshops

Address

1901 Bragaw Street, Rm 199
Anchorage, AK
99508

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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+19077867201

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