BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Ak Entrepreneurship Week - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Ak Entrepreneurship Week X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://akew.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Ak Entrepreneurship Week REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Anchorage BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0900 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:AKDT DTSTART:20240310T110000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0900 TZNAME:AKST DTSTART:20241103T100000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0900 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:AKDT DTSTART:20250309T110000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0900 TZNAME:AKST DTSTART:20251102T100000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0900 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:AKDT DTSTART:20260308T110000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0900 TZNAME:AKST DTSTART:20261101T100000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250930T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250930T140000 DTSTAMP:20260406T063226 CREATED:20250922T224022Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250922T224034Z UID:10000446-1759222800-1759240800@akew.org SUMMARY:Getting Down to Business: Local Rules\, Resources\, & Readiness DESCRIPTION: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 Small Business Development Center (Mat-Su SBDC) Training Room in Wasilla\, Alaska\, and is moderated by our very own Misty O’Connor\, Center Director at the Mat-Su SBDC. \nFor this engaging and action-packed workshop\, Mat-Su Center Director Misty O’Connor has assembled a team of leaders and professionals to answer questions every small business owner has about starting or growing their business\, leasing or buying land or a building\, and all the nuts and bolts behind the scenes of business operations. This workshop is jam-packed with all the right people to: \n\nEquip new business owners with critical knowledge on zoning\, permitting\, insurance\, financing\, and compliance before they launch.\nProvide direct access to local leaders and professionals\, so participants know who to call and why it matters.\nBuild a clear roadmap for sequencing startup tasks\, avoiding common mistakes that cost time and money.\nConnect attendees to the broader business support ecosystem in the Mat-Su Valley.\nEncourage community engagement and networking\, showing the value of collaboration and membership in organizations like your local Chamber of Commerce.\n\nMeet your Mat-Su Borough Mayor and Planning Department Director. Learn from expert bankers\, accountants\, insurance agents\, and realtors. Spend one-on-one time during our afternoon session meeting our guests and asking them specific questions related to your business. \n  \nREGISTER HERE \nAdditional information HERE \n \n \n \n \n \n Follow URL:https://akew.org/event/getting-down-to-business-local-rules-resources-readiness LOCATION:Small Business Development Center – Mat-Su\, 201 North Lucille St #2\, Wasilla\, AK\, 99654\, United States CATEGORIES:1. Idea,2. Pre-Profit,3. Profit,4. Growth,In-Person,Keynotes & Talks,Networking, Mixers & Social,Panels & Fireside Chats,Workshops & Trainings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://akew.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/sbdc.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250930T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250930T130000 DTSTAMP:20260406T063226 CREATED:20250828T195114Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T194912Z UID:10000015-1759233600-1759237200@akew.org SUMMARY:Lunch and Learn - Sources of Funding DESCRIPTION:An event connectingentrepreneurs\,supporting organizationsand investors. \nInformal\, honest\, insightful conversations\, around some good food. \nAs 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. \nJoin Tech Wildcatters and 49th State Angel Fund to learn more about available sources of funding for startups. \nHope to see you there! \n  \nRegistration and additional information HERE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Follow\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ricky Tejapaibul\nManaging Partner and CEO – Tech Wildcatters \n \n \n \n \n \n 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. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Follow\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Alexa Bagamian\nAssociate\, Senior Financial Analyst – Tech Wildcatters \n \n \n \n \n \n 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. \nShe has been on the planning committee for Alaska Entrepreneurship Week for the past 2 years.  \nAlexa 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. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Follow\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Calvin Chang\nDirector – 49the State Angel Fund (49SAF) \n \n \n \n \n \n Calvin Chang leads the 49the State Angel Fund (49SAF) as its Director\, focusing on growing the investment portfolio’s success in Alaska and beyond. He also leads the Anchorage C-PACER clean energy and resilience financing program. He holds a master’s degree from Yale University\, a bachelor’s degree cum laude from Bucknell University\, and a Russian Regional Studies Certificate from Moscow International University.\n \nHe currently serves as the Secretary of the Alaska Investor Network (AIN) Board\, an ex-officio member of the Anchorage Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors\, and chairs the Chamber’s Young Professionals Group (YPG) Executive Board. URL:https://akew.org/event/lunch-and-learn-2 LOCATION:RSD Co-Work\, 911 W 8th Ave #101\, Anchorage\, 99501\, United States CATEGORIES:1. Idea,2. Pre-Profit,3. Profit,4. Growth,5. Exit,Creative & Experiential,Funding,In-Person,Inspiration & Stories,Networking & Community,Networking, Mixers & Social,Panels & Fireside Chats,Storytelling & Founder Journeys ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://akew.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/https___cdn.evbuc_.com_images_1129546913_1805975691173_1_original.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Tech Wildcatters":MAILTO:info@techwildcatters.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250930T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250930T140000 DTSTAMP:20260406T063226 CREATED:20250828T164555Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T165638Z UID:10000022-1759237200-1759240800@akew.org SUMMARY:How to Prepare for a Small Business Loan DESCRIPTION: URL:https://akew.org/event/how-to-prepare-for-a-small-business-loan LOCATION:The Nave – Weidner Room\, 3502 Spenard Road\, Anchorage\, AK\, 99503\, United States CATEGORIES:1. Idea,2. Pre-Profit,3. Profit,4. Growth,Funding,In-Person ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://akew.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Screenshot-2025-08-28-083734-FILEminimizer.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250930T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250930T150000 DTSTAMP:20260406T063226 CREATED:20250919T182559Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250919T182818Z UID:10000442-1759240800-1759244400@akew.org SUMMARY:How Graduate Students are Developing Products for a Changing World DESCRIPTION:Come hear about the journeys of two graduate students\, who\, through working with their advisors on undergraduate research\, fell into developing products and working to commercialize what they co-developed. \nDanielle Wrenn is pursuing a master’s in biological sciences at the University of Alaska Fairbanks and is developing a toolbox to detect antibiotic-resistant water pathogens intended for remote deployment. Current testing often relies on transporting water samples to the lab within a short time frame — difficult in Alaska. \nJason Noel is pursuing a PhD in Ocean Engineering at the University of Rhode Island and is developing a fiber optic reel system compact winch system for live underwater monitoring. He is the science advisor for Juice Robotics\, a small Rhode Island startup\, and is simultaneously conducting research with the device and on it while working to commercialize the product. \nBoth students are supported by RISE-UP’s graduate fellowship programs at their respective universities. The program provides financial support and entrepreneurial training to graduate students empowering them to explore the commercial potential of their work and develop ideas into tangible solutions for real-world problems. \nRISE-UP (Regional Innovation by Scaling Entrepreneurship via University Partnerships) is a tri-state initiative led by the University of Alaska Fairbanks\, the University of Hawai’i\, and the University of Rhode Island. Began in 2022\, the collaboration has focused on addressing the shared economic and geographic challenges of Alaska\, Hawai’i\, and Rhode Island—states characterized relatively by geographic isolation\, maritime activities\, and a high dependence on imports. \nRISE-UP has a variety of programs to support researchers\, students\, and industry. Our testbed program is open to startups and businesses interested in collaborating on research\, prototyping\, design\, and development. \n\n\n  \nRegister HERE\n  URL:https://akew.org/event/how-graduate-students-are-developing-products-for-a-changing-world CATEGORIES:1. Idea,2. Pre-Profit,3. Profit,4. Growth,Creative & Experiential,Demo Days & Pop-Ups,In-Person,Networking & Community,Panels & Fireside Chats,Resource Fairs & Info Sessions,Resources & Ecosystem ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://akew.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/ICE.png ORGANIZER;CN="UAF Center ICE":MAILTO:centerice@alaska.edu LOCATION: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250930T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250930T190000 DTSTAMP:20260406T063226 CREATED:20250830T025533Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250926T062532Z UID:10000031-1759253400-1759258800@akew.org SUMMARY:Alaska Angel Conference 2025 Kick-Off Event - Learn what the AAC is all about! DESCRIPTION: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. \nYou’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. \nThis 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. \nSIGN UP  –>>>    HERE \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Linda Janes\n\n\n\nManaging Director\, gBETA URL:https://akew.org/event/alaska-angel-conference-2025-kick-off-event CATEGORIES:1. Idea,2. Pre-Profit,3. Profit,Funding,Hybrid,In-Person,Mentorship & Office Hours,Networking, Mixers & Social,Online (Virtual),Resource Fairs & Info Sessions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://akew.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Sep-25-2025-10_18_51-PM-FILEminimizer.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Center for Economic Development - CED":MAILTO:ua.ced@alaska.edu LOCATION: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250930T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250930T200000 DTSTAMP:20260406T063226 CREATED:20250904T011644Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250904T233512Z UID:10000036-1759255200-1759262400@akew.org SUMMARY:Small Business Appreciation Mixer DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Small Business Appreciation Mixer\, proudly sponsored by Royal Caribbean Group. This special evening will feature the official launch of the Port Partners program—an accelerator initiative focused on Seward’s small business community\, the heartbeat of our local economy. \n\n \n\nCome celebrate with fellow small business owners and community members while enjoying food\, drinks\, and live music for a kick off to Alaska Entrepreneurship Week. URL:https://akew.org/event/small-business-appreciation-mixer LOCATION:Gateway Hotel Event Space\, 1115 4th Avenue\, Seward\, AK\, 99664\, United States CATEGORIES:1. Idea,2. Pre-Profit,3. Profit,4. Growth,In-Person,Networking, Mixers & Social,Panels & Fireside Chats ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://akew.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/RCG-Vertical-BLUE-1-1-768x282-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250930T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250930T210000 DTSTAMP:20260406T063226 CREATED:20250916T221413Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T221626Z UID:10000424-1759255200-1759266000@akew.org SUMMARY:Speed Mixer! 6pm DESCRIPTION:We know everyone doesn’t fit into the 9-5 so Umoja is opening its door to cater to the mad scientist that is BUILDING A BUSINESS\n\nGet work done during extended hours in a schedule that suits you FOR FREE. Come solo or bring your business partner and find a work station\n\nNoise canceling headphones\, coffee\, and snacks on us.\n\nAlso\, we will have a speed mixer scheduled between the 6pm and 9pm each night! URL:https://akew.org/event/speed-mixer-6pm/2025-09-30 LOCATION:Umoja Coworking and Incubator\, 3001 Porcupine Dr\, Anchorage\, 99501\, United States CATEGORIES:1. Idea,2. Pre-Profit,3. Profit,4. Growth,5. Exit,In-Person,Networking & Community,Networking, Mixers & Social ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://akew.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/umoja.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Umoja Coworking and Incubator":MAILTO:umojacoworking@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250930T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250930T235900 DTSTAMP:20260406T063226 CREATED:20250916T215408Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T215750Z UID:10000054-1759255200-1759276740@akew.org SUMMARY:Coworking After Hours DESCRIPTION:We know everyone doesn’t fit into the 9-5 so Umoja is opening its door to cater to the mad scientist that is BUILDING A BUSINESS\n \nGet work done during extended hours in a schedule that suits you FOR FREE. Come solo or bring your business partner and find a work station\n \nNoise canceling headphones\, coffee\, and snacks on us.\n \nAlso\, we will have a speed mixer scheduled between the 6pm and 9pm each night! URL:https://akew.org/event/coworking-after-hours/2025-09-30 LOCATION:Umoja Coworking and Incubator\, 3001 Porcupine Dr\, Anchorage\, 99501\, United States CATEGORIES:1. Idea,2. Pre-Profit,3. Profit,4. Growth,5. Exit,Creative & Experiential,In-Person ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://akew.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/umoja.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Umoja Coworking and Incubator":MAILTO:umojacoworking@gmail.com END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR