The Anchorage Chamber's annual Gold Pan Awards has an entrepreneurial excellence category. Deadline: Oct. 3rd.
The business or individual must have started, organized, and managed a successful business, exemplifying creative vision, talent, and innovative thinking that creates business opportunities.
The Alaska Young Professionals Summit awards an Entrepreneur of the Year in April. Deadline: Feb. 27, 2026
Students complete their pitch deck and learn to deliver a pitch presentation with the intent of attracting investors.
Are you curious about what your business is really worth—or how to increase its value? Join us for a free virtual workshop with valuation expert Mac Lillard, and gain practical insights that you can put into action immediately.
Learn how to manage work and life tasks more effectively using Google tools. Whether you want to build a budget, create a meeting agenda or organize your priorities, these best […]
Are you looking for data to help you start or grow a business or understand the business landscape for a region? The U.S. Census Bureau can help!
Learn the tools available to research data and help you make informed decisions about your business.
Join us for a discussion on patents, including the different types of patents, the application process, what to do after a patent is granted (or not granted), the rights of patent owners, and other business considerations.
Our workshop features two expert presenters who bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to help you navigate the complexities of starting and growing a business. With an opportunity to attend 1:1 coaching after each session, you'll receive tailored advice and support to address your unique challenges and opportunities.
Join us on Tuesday, September 30, 2025, from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm for “Getting Down to Business: Local Rules, Resources, & Readiness – Wasilla.” This FREE In Person workshop is being offered at the Mat-Su […]
An event connecting entrepreneurs, supporting organizations and investors.
Informal, honest, insightful conversations, around some good food.
Join Tech Wildcatters and 49th State Angel Fund to learn more about available sources of funding for startups.
As part of Alaska Entrepreneurship Week, join Tech Wildcatters and 49th State Angel Fund at 12:00 PM at Cowork by RSD for lunch and discussion about available sources of funding for startups nationwide and in Alaska. Hope to see you there!
You’ve developed a wonderful new product or service and understand the costs but how should you price it?
A panel of local “impact” entrepreneurs, using profit as a ‘means’ to an end.
The event has three main goals:
* Educate Anchorage residents about social or ‘impact’ entrepreneurship concepts, pathways, tools, resources
* Inspire Anchorage residents through stories of social entrepreneurs in the community
* Engage Anchorage residents in a team-based action-oriented workshop to apply the tools to get started to become a social entrepreneur
Are you posting on Instagram but not seeing results? If your content isn’t bringing in the right people or any people at all, it may be time to rethink your strategy. Building a true community, not just chasing likes and followers, is the key to turning Instagram engagement into paying clients.
In this webinar, Instagram expert Sue B. Zimmerman will show you how to build and grow an engaged Instagram community.
AI makes building more accessible than ever. Using AI to write code is something increasingly referred to as “vibe coding”.
In this workshop, you’ll discover how to use natural language prompts to generate code and quickly build functional, tailored digital tools.
Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur with a new product idea or an established business looking to innovate, the UAF Makerspace has the tools and expertise to help you get launched.
Come tour the UAF Makerspace and discover how we can help you take your business from concept to reality!
The SBIR/STTR programs invest federal research funds to drive innovation and strengthen the U.S. economy. This 40-minute On Demand workshop explains what the programs are, the benefits they offer to small businesses, and how you can get involved. In less than an hour, you’ll gain the knowledge needed to determine if SBIR/STTR is the right funding path for your company.
Get a quick crash-course (for free) on QuickBooks Online!
What exactly is a Co-op? Explore the dynamic world of cooperatives and learn how they foster community growth and resilience. This On Demand workshop, “Co-ops & the Alaska Cooperative Development Center (ACDC),” will provide a thorough introduction to how co-ops function, the different types of co-ops, and how ACDC supports their development across Alaska.
A panel of local “impact” entrepreneurs, using profit as a ‘means’ to an end.
The event has three main goals:
* Educate Anchorage residents about social or ‘impact’ entrepreneurship concepts, pathways, tools, resources
* Inspire Anchorage residents through stories of social entrepreneurs in the community
* Engage Anchorage residents in a team-based action-oriented workshop to apply the tools to get started to become a social entrepreneur
Join us for the official kickoff event of the 2025 Alaska Angel Conference with an Angel Investing 101 session led by expert Linda Janes. This engaging session is designed to help you learn about the conference and determine if participating as an investor or entrepreneur is the right fit for you.
You’ll get an introduction to the fundamentals of angel investing, including what investors look for in high-growth, scalable startups, and how the Alaska Angel Conference works to connect entrepreneurs and investors.
This event is open to the public, and we especially encourage prospective investors and entrepreneurs to attend. Whether you’re brand new to angel investing or simply curious about Alaska’s startup ecosystem, this session is your chance to discover how you can get involved.
Students will learn about the product design and prototype process. Each student will create a product sketch to show the features and explain the purpose of his or her product.
The Small Business Development Center is partnering with Royal Caribbean Group to bring you this special evening.
Come celebrate with fellow small business owners and community members while enjoying food, drinks, and live music for a kick off to Alaska Entrepreneurship Week.
During this On Demand workshop, you will learn how to ensure that information about your business is current and that it’s easy for your customers to find you on Google Search and Google Maps, regardless of which type of device they use when searching for your business.