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Square One: Work For Yourself – Valdez
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Steps to starting a business
Business plan basics
Market research tips
What lenders look for
How to build a cash flow projection
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Are you thinking about starting your own business? This workshop was designed just for you!
Join us on Wednesday, October 1, 2025 in Juneau for this In Person workshop on “Starting a Business” hosted by the Alaska Small Business Development Center (Alaska SBDC). During this workshop, our Juneau Center Director, Sandy Hussain, will walk you through the steps and what to consider when starting a small business. Let the Alaska SBDC help guide you through the process of starting a small business.
In “Starting a Business,” you’ll learn about the initial steps and considerations for starting a small business, such as:
- business licensing
- legal forms of business
- business record-keeping
- hiring employees
- business planning
- access to financing
ABOUT THE PRESENTER:
Sandy Hussain, Juneau Center Director, Alaska Small Business Development Center (Alaska SBDC). Sandy Hussain has over a decade of experience as an entrepreneur in the retail and technology sectors. As the founder and CEO of Fashion Digital, she led a premier thought leadership conference series in New York, Los Angeles, and LA. Sandy thrives on helping businesses grow and scale, specializing in digital marketing, e-commerce, startups, business development, fundraising, and entrepreneurship. She holds a Master’s in Urban Planning from Harvard University and a Bachelor of Arts in Economics with a minor in International Politics from Bryn Mawr College. A passionate lifelong traveler and explorer, Sandy has lived in dynamic cities like New York, London, Boston, Philadelphia, San Diego, and Los Angeles before making her home in Juneau, Alaska.
LOCATION: Juneau Center – Alaska SBDC, 3030 Vintage Blvd., Juneau, Alaska 99801.
This workshop is being offered in support of Alaska Entrepreneurship Week!
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You are registering for an In Person workshop located at the Juneau SBDC Office in Juneau, Alaska. Online registration is strongly recommended to attend this workshop. The registration deadline is 11:45 am on Wednesday, October 1, 2025. In Person seating is limited, so please be sure to register early (see instructions below). After attending the workshop, you will have unlimited access to any presentation materials or handouts that accompany the workshop (see instructions below).
- If you’ve never registered with Alaska SBDC before, WELCOME! You’ll want to click on “Sign Up” under “New Account” and you’ll be guided through our registration questions.
- For existing clients, WELCOME BACK! Sign in under “Existing Account.”
WORKSHOPS, FEES & ENTERING DISCOUNT CODES:
- “No Fee” Workshops: No credit card is required. To access our workshops, click on “Workshops” from the menu on the left. To register for a workshop, open it, click on “Sign Up” above the workshop title, and follow the prompts. If this is an On Demand workshop, click on “To view the course.” Enter your first name, last name, and email address. Click on “Register.” You’ll now have access to the workshop video. If the audio is muted, click on the volume icon to unmute the volume.
- Workshops with a Fee: You’ll be prompted to enter your payment information. If you have a “Discount Code” enter it in the “Coupon Code” box, and click “Save.” Access to the workshop video and handouts will be available after payment has been processed. You’ll be emailed a receipt. To access our workshops, click on “Workshops” from the menu on the left. To register for a workshop, open it and click on “Sign Up” above the workshop title. Click on “To view the course.” Enter your first name, last name, and email address. Click on “Register.” You’ll now have access to the workshop video. If the audio is muted, click on the volume icon to unmute the volume.
DISCOUNT CODES:
- ALASKA SBDC CLIENTS: Contact your Alaska SBDC Business Advisor for the “Advisor Discount Code” that allows you 25% off ALL workshop fees. If you don’t currently have an Alaska SBDC Business Advisor, contact us at (907) 786-7201 to schedule an appointment with an Advisor… it’s free!
- MILITARY/VETERANS & SPOUSES: If you are a veteran, active-duty, reservist, National Guard, or any military member or spouse, please contact Alaska SBDC to request your “Military/Veteran/Spouse Discount Code” that allows you FREE access to ALL workshops through Dec. 31, 2025. You served our country, now let us serve you!
- PLEASE NOTE: At the beginning of each year, on Jan. 1st, all discount codes are updated for the new year. So, for example, if you received a discount code in 2024 and you are registering for a workshop in 2025, you will need to contact your SBDC Business Advisor for the 2025 discount code that takes effect on Jan. 1, 2025, and can be used for all workshops until Dec. 31, 2025.
ACCESSING PRESENTATION HANDOUTS:
- Once you’ve signed in, click on “My Events,” from the menu on the left. Select the workshop from the list of workshops you’ve registered for. Once you click to start playing the video training, the presentation slides and handouts will be made available. Scroll down. Below the “QUESTIONS OR TECHNICAL DIFFICULTIES” section, you’ll see the list of any available presentation slides and/or handouts for that workshop to download and open.
QUESTIONS OR TECHNICAL DIFFICULTIES:
- Contact us at (907) 786-7278 or workshops@aksbdc.org
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Sandy Hussain
Juneau Center Director, Alaska Small Business Development Center (Alaska SBDC)
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Sandy Hussain has over a decade of experience as an entrepreneur in the retail and technology sectors. As the founder and CEO of Fashion Digital, she led a premier thought leadership conference series in New York, Los Angeles, and LA.
Sandy thrives on helping businesses grow and scale, specializing in digital marketing, e-commerce, startups, business development, fundraising, and entrepreneurship. She holds a Master’s in Urban Planning from Harvard University and a Bachelor of Arts in Economics with a minor in International Politics from Bryn Mawr College.
A passionate lifelong traveler and explorer, Sandy has lived in dynamic cities like New York, London, Boston, Philadelphia, San Diego, and Los Angeles before making her home in Juneau, Alaska.
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Event description
99% of startups never succeed in raising venture funding. A good idea and a smart team usually aren’t enough to raise money in today’s investment climate. The Tech Futures Group presents a 5-part series on preparing to raise venture capital: the essential elements to complete before you start raising that will set you and your company apart from the pack. The sessions cover critical aspects of customer validation, product development and the path to MVP, GTM strategy and execution, and wrapping it all together into a compelling pitch deck.
The series is appropriate for any company looking for Pre-seed, seed, or series A funding. Examples and expert commentators come from B2B SaaS, but can be generalized to any industry.
In session five, learn how to set your venture apart from the masses by creating a pitch that reflects all the hard work you have put into creating and refining your vision, your solution, your strategy, and your demonstrated understanding of the economic structure of your industry and your company. Gain insights into how the venture process works, what early investors are really looking for, and how to avoid damaging rookie mistakes.
REGISTER and additional information HERE
Organizer
Eliza Jones
training@norcalsbdc.org
707-633-8107
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Please join us to learn Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer Research (STTR) Funding Phase Process, Eligibility Requirements, SBA’s Role, Role of the 11 Participating Federal Agencies, Online Tutorials, Tips of Proposal Writing and IP Protection, Events and Assistance
Presenter: Ms. Man-Li Lin, Economic Development Specialist, U.S. Small Business Administration New York District Office
REGISTER and additional information HERE
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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.
SIGN UP –>>> HERE
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Linda Janes
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This program is an expanded partnership with fellow Native CDFI Spruce Root and their Path to Prosperity business plan competition. This year, Alaska Native entrepreneurs from Southeast Alaska will travel to Anchorage and join this year’s Entrepreneur Camp (September 29 – October 2) fostering further peer learning and increased collaboration across the State.
As the flagship training component to both the Alaska Marketplace and Path to Prosperity, Entrepreneur Camp covers a variety of topics critical to starting and growing a successful business: business structuring, financial projections, marketing, effective pitching techniques and triple bottom line business planning. Entrepreneurs are introduced to a curated network of mentors and have the opportunity to meet and learn from a wide range of business leaders from across Alaska. More than just a training program, Entrepreneur Camp is an investment in the future of these entrepreneurs and our State.
“Alaska Growth Capital is happy to once again lead the charge in organizing, facilitating and growing this amazing program and we’re thrilled to support these 22 entrepreneurs on their path to build their businesses, create jobs, and improve their communities,” said Logan Birch, President of Alaska Growth Capital. “We invest significant resources to support Alaska Native businesses and communities and I’m very appreciative of the work from our community development team and for the support from our Alaska Native regional corporation partners.”
“We’re proud to help elevate the voices of Alaska Native entrepreneurs who are building solutions grounded in culture, community, and innovation,” said Mary Miner, Vice President of Community Development at Alaska Growth Capital. “This program is about more than business plans — it’s about investing in people who are creating meaningful impact in their communities.”
Following Entrepreneur Camp, finalists will prepare a comprehensive business plan to be considered for up to $20,000 in award funds. The Alaska Marketplace will provide two $20,000 awards per regional cohort. Winners will be announced in early 2026.
2025 Alaska Marketplace Finalists:
Aleut Marketplace:
- Piama R. Oleyer – Bering Home (Unalaska)
- Sarah Stepetin – Kachigax Consulting LLC (Anchorage)
- Alexsis Mistler – Mistler’s Munchies (Palmer)
- Cameron Samuelson – Whirl Point Cafe (False Pass)
- Edwin Gundersen – Gundersen Drones (Sand Point)
- Steven Kashevarof – Arlluk Charters (Chenega)
- Leann Mack – Sip & Play Cafe (Wasilla)
Bristol Bay Marketplace:
- DaJonee Hale – Playful Paths: Day Care for Alaska’s Kids (Anchorage)
- Victoriano Solis – Dillingham Bike Rentals (Dillingham)
- Crystal Garrett – Arctic Dawn Massage & Wellness (Anchorage)
- Beth Hill – Camp Gibraltar (Kokhanok)
- Tatianna Anderson-Martin – Delicate Alaskan Designs (Chignik Lagoon)
- Kaylee Hill – K’s Cup Coffee Company (King Salmon)
- Jason Cloud – Cloud Brothers Restoration (Wasilla)
- Frank Woods IV – Woods Aerial Media, LLC (Anchorage)
North Slope Marketplace:
- Tonya Hunnicutt – TM Beads & Beyond (Point Hope)
- Aaron Tooyak – Locked In Mobile Detailing (Anchorage)
- Amanda Toorak – Amanda’s Jeep Tours (Kaktovik)
- Bryce Harrington – Ulimaq Trucking (Wasilla)
- Vasna Nou – Burning Love Candles (Anchorage)
- Karina Ahkivgak – Native DataTrust (Anchorage)
- Rose Miller – Zenith Bakery (Wasilla)
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Your gateway to accessing capital or business coaching through Business Impact NW.
Whether you’re new to BIN, just starting out, in need of coaching or ready to apply for a loan, this course will introduce you to the programs and services we offer, give you the opportunity to schedule meetings with a business coach, and offer specific information regarding our lending process as it applies to you individually.
- The steps in starting a business.
- Types of business organizations.
- Information on writing a business plan.
- How (and why) to do market research.
- What lenders look for when applying for a business loan.
- The importance of developing a cash flow projection, and how to do it.
Business Impact NW serves clients in 3 time zones. Please take note of the start time that corresponds with your location.
10:00 am – 11:30 am AKT
11:00 am – 12:30 pm PT
12:00 pm – 1:30 pm MT
Reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact coaching@businessimpactnw.org or call (206) 324-4330
Full details of the event HERE
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Launch & Grow Your Business is a course designed to train participants on starting and running their business. The Launch & Grow program guides entrepreneurs in developing and implementing effective business plans to support strategic growth or secure financing.
L&G Website Online: Launch & Grow Your Business is a course designed to train participants on starting and running their business. The Launch & Grow program guides entrepreneurs in developing and implementing effective business plans to support strategic growth or secure financing.
This comprehensive 7-week program requires a commitment of approximately 10-12 hours per week, combining live virtual sessions with self-paced pre- and post-session work. Participants gain skills in business management, marketing, and finance, resulting in the creation of a draft business plan.
Launch & Grow Your Business: Online offers 24/7 access to an online learning platform with weekly readings, videos, exercises, and interactive discussions.
Launch & Grow is a paid program offered at a rate of $249 (*), including course material. For Washington residents – Launch & Grow is a Washington State SEAP approved course.
NOTICE: Launch & Grow Live Weekly Sessions will be held via a virtual meeting on the Zoom platform, not in-person.
All sessions are:
- 10am-11.30am PST/PDT
- 9am-10.30am AKT
- 11am-12.30pm MDT
Full details of the event HERE
(*) Alaska Entrepreneurship Week DOES NOT receive any monetary compensation, nor does it have any affiliate relationship with Business Impact Northwest
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The Food Biz Basics class offers a deep dive into the nuts and bolts of starting and running a food business.
We’ll explore topics such as:
- commercial kitchen options,
- licensing and permitting,
- branding and marketing,
- selling through different sales channels,
- costing and pricing,
- and funding strategies.
You’ll learn along with other food business owners who are exploring ways to find and develop niches within the exciting, challenging, and complex world of small-scale food entrepreneurship.
Business Impact NW serves clients in 3 time zones. Please take note of the start time that corresponds with your location.
8:00 am – 10:00 am AKT
9:00 am – 11:00 am PT
10:00 am – 12:00 pm MT
Reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact coaching@businessimpactnw.org or call (206) 324-4330
Full details of the event HERE
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An event connecting
entrepreneurs,
supporting organizations
and investors.
Informal, honest, insightful conversations, around some good food.
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.
Join Tech Wildcatters and 49th State Angel Fund to learn more about available sources of funding for startups.
Hope to see you there!
Registration and additional information HERE
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Ricky Tejapaibul
Managing Partner and CEO – Tech Wildcatters
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Ricky Tejapaibul is the Managing Partner and CEO of Tech Wildcatters, a venture capital firm headquartered in Dallas and one of the first 15 startup accelerators in the world.
Ricky has been active in Alaska’s startup ecosystem for the past 4 years and now leads Tech Wildcatters’s expansion into Alaska. He has been on the planning committee for Alaska Entrepreneurship Week for the past 3 years. Ricky is an active angel investor, entrepreneur, startup mentor, and has worked in various roles including management consulting, investment banking, and corporate finance for companies in the Fortune 500. Ricky earned multiple master’s degrees from Carnegie Mellon University including an MBA and is a Chartered Financial Analyst.
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Alexa Bagamian
Associate, Senior Financial Analyst – Tech Wildcatters
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Alexa Bagamian is an Associate at Tech Wildcatters, a venture capital firm headquartered in Dallas and one of the first 15 startup accelerators in the world.
She has been on the planning committee for Alaska Entrepreneurship Week for the past 2 years.
Alexa has an extensive background in financial analysis and modeling, budgeting, forecasting, and marketing in the defense, financial services, and technology industries with Raytheon, Merrill Lynch, and Dun & Bradstreet. Alexa earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Economics from Northwestern University.
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Calvin Chang
Director – 49the State Angel Fund (49SAF)
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Are you thinking about starting your own business?
This workshop was designed just for you!
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During this FREE “Starting a Business,” workshop, Anchorage SBDC Business Advisor, Ginny Grabowski, will discuss the initial steps and considerations for starting a small business, such as:
- business licensing;
- legal forms of business;
- business record-keeping;
- hiring employees;
- business planning; and
- access to financing.
More info: HERE
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Ginny Grabowski
Alaska SBDC Business Advisor
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Ginny has been navigating the waters of entrepreneurship and small-business ownership for over 20 years. She is committed to empowering others and is excited to be working to further the SBDC’s mission to help small businesses grow throughout Alaska.
Ginny’s background is in the health and wellness sector. With a Master’s degree in Exercise Science and Health Promotion she has expertise in creating and scaling businesses that promote health and wellness. Her strengths are strategic partnership management, client engagement and creating community through workshops, training, and the development of health programs.
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Students complete their pitch deck and learn to deliver a pitch presentation with the intent of attracting investors.
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Link to the event will be posted soon
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