BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Ak Entrepreneurship Week - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH 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:20251001T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20251001T120000 DTSTAMP:20260406T063355 CREATED:20250922T222349Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250922T223659Z UID:10000444-1759309200-1759320000@akew.org SUMMARY:Barebones Bookkeeping & Bookkeeping Blunders DESCRIPTION:I get my taxes done\, but don’t understand my finances.  Will this help me understand my business finances?   Yes! \nJoin us on Wednesday\, October 1\, 2025\, from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm for “Barebones Bookkeeping & Bookkeeping Blunders – Wasilla.” This In Person workshop is being offered at the Mat-Su Small Business Development Center (Mat-Su SBDC) Training Room in Wasilla\, Alaska\, and is presented by our very own Kristi McDonnell\, Business Advisor at the Mat-Su SBDC. \nDuring this workshop\, Kristi will walk you through the basics of bookkeeping and will help you avoid certain blunders that could be detrimental to your business operations. \nDuring this workshop\, you will learn: \n\nThe importance of understanding your Balance Sheet and Profit & Loss statements.\nIssues that show up on financials that slow down the lending process.\nForms of mistakes and theft that cost business owners money.\n\n  \nREGISTER HERE \nAdditional information HERE \n \n \n \n \n \n Follow\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 Kristi McDonnell\nBusiness Advisor\, Small Business Development Center – Mat-Su \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n Kristi is a seasoned small business professional with over 30 years of experience\, including running her own successful consulting business. She also spent 12 years in the oil and gas industry as a project controls professional and has broad experience in construction\, project controls\, and finance. Kristi lived in Bristol Bay for 10 years\, working alongside small contractors in Western Alaska\, where wearing many hats is essential. She brings a wide breadth of experience to our contractor and aviation community. \nHer superpowers are budgeting\, forecasting\, risk management\, and sorting out complex issues. \nKristi’s years in Bristol Bay gave her a deep understanding of Alaska’s logistical challenges and the resilience of its people. She is passionate about serving local businesses in the Mat-Su\, which she proudly refers to as the heartbeat of the valley. URL:https://akew.org/event/barebones-bookkeeping-bookkeeping-blunders 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,Workshops & Trainings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://akew.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/sbdc.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20251001T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20251001T130000 DTSTAMP:20260406T063355 CREATED:20250926T064044Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250926T064209Z UID:10000470-1759320000-1759323600@akew.org SUMMARY:Starting a Business - Juneau DESCRIPTION:Are you thinking about starting your own business?  This workshop was designed just for you! \n  \nJoin 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. \nIn “Starting a Business\,” you’ll learn about the initial steps and considerations for starting a small business\, such as: \n\nbusiness licensing\nlegal forms of business\nbusiness record-keeping\nhiring employees\nbusiness planning\naccess to financing\n\n  \nABOUT THE PRESENTER: \nSandy 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. \nLOCATION:  Juneau Center – Alaska SBDC\, 3030 Vintage Blvd.\, Juneau\, Alaska 99801. \nThis workshop is being offered in support of Alaska Entrepreneurship Week! \n____________________________________________ \n\nInstructions: \nYou 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). \n____________________________________________\n \n\n \nREGISTERING WITH ALASKA SBDC & SIGNING IN:    Go to  aksbdc.org.   Click on  Login to the portal.\n \n\nIf 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.\n\n\n\nFor existing clients\, WELCOME BACK!  Sign in under “Existing Account.”  \n\n  \nWORKSHOPS\, FEES & ENTERING DISCOUNT CODES: \n\n“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.\n\n\nWorkshops 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.\n\n\n  \nDISCOUNT CODES:   \n\n\nALASKA 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!\n  \n\nMILITARY/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!\nPLEASE 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.\n\n  \nACCESSING PRESENTATION HANDOUTS:   \n\nOnce 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.\n\n  \nQUESTIONS OR TECHNICAL DIFFICULTIES: \n\nContact us at (907) 786-7278 or workshops@aksbdc.org\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 \n \n Sandy Hussain\nJuneau Center Director\, Alaska Small Business Development Center (Alaska SBDC) \n \n \n \n \n \n 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. \nSandy 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. \nA 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. URL:https://akew.org/event/starting-a-business-juneau LOCATION:Small Business Development Center – Juneau\, 3030 Vintage Blvd\, Juneau\, 99801-7100\, United States CATEGORIES:1. Idea,2. Pre-Profit,3. Profit,Funding,In-Person,Workshops & Trainings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://akew.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/sbdc.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20251001T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20251001T183000 DTSTAMP:20260406T063355 CREATED:20250926T182744Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250926T182750Z UID:10000475-1759338000-1759343400@akew.org SUMMARY:Valdez Entrepreneurship Week Mixer DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the Valdez Entrepreneurship Week Mixer at Valdez Brewing!\nJoin us for a fun evening of learning about Buying & Selling a Biz while networking with fellow entrepreneurs.\n \nWhether you’re a seasoned business owner or just starting out\, this event is perfect for anyone interested in the ins and outs of buying or selling a business.\n \nConnect with like-minded individuals\, share your experiences\, and gain valuable insights to help you succeed in the world of entrepreneurship. Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to expand your network and knowledge!\n\n \n\nClick the button below for more info! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n Additional information and registration: HERE URL:https://akew.org/event/valdez-entrepreneurship-week-mixer LOCATION:Valdez Brewing\, 141 Galena Dr\, Valdez\, 99686\, United States CATEGORIES:1. Idea,2. Pre-Profit,3. Profit,4. Growth,5. Exit,In-Person,Keynotes & Talks,Networking, Mixers & Social,Panels & Fireside Chats,Resource Fairs & Info Sessions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://akew.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/554768680_1229509459204029_1967180735165718517_n.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Business Impact NorthWest":MAILTO:info@businessimpactnw.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20251001T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20251001T193000 DTSTAMP:20260406T063355 CREATED:20250904T012935Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T001359Z UID:10000037-1759341600-1759347000@akew.org SUMMARY:Ladies Who Launch DESCRIPTION:Hear from an inspiring panel of Seward-area women entrepreneurs as they share their journeys—their beginnings\, challenges faced\, and lessons learned. \nThis event welcomes women at every stage of business ownership. Whether you are dreaming\, planning\, just starting out\, or already established\, Ladies Who Launch is designed to connect you with resources and inspire your next steps. \n\n  URL:https://akew.org/event/ladies-who-launch LOCATION:Resurrect Art Coffee House\, 320 3rd Ave\, Seward\, Alaska\, 99664\, United States CATEGORIES:1. Idea,2. Pre-Profit,3. Profit,4. Growth,In-Person,Inspiration & Stories,Keynotes & Talks,Networking, Mixers & Social,Panels & Fireside Chats,Storytelling & Founder Journeys ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://akew.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/637183976257270000.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20251001T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20251001T210000 DTSTAMP:20260406T063355 CREATED:20250916T221413Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T221626Z UID:10000425-1759341600-1759352400@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/2025-10-01 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:20251001T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20251001T235900 DTSTAMP:20260406T063355 CREATED:20250916T215408Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T215750Z UID:10000056-1759341600-1759363140@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/2025-10-01 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