BEGIN:VCALENDAR
VERSION:2.0
PRODID:-//Ak Entrepreneurship Week - ECPv6.15.20//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
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0900
TZOFFSETTO:-0800
TZNAME:AKDT
DTSTART:20270314T110000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0800
TZOFFSETTO:-0900
TZNAME:AKST
DTSTART:20271107T100000
END:STANDARD
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250905T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250907T213000
DTSTAMP:20260417T111802
CREATED:20250828T030221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T202531Z
UID:10000004-1757093400-1757280600@akew.org
SUMMARY:Techstars Startup Weekend '25
DESCRIPTION:[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ custom_padding_last_edited=”off|desktop” admin_label=”Hero” _builder_version=”4.16″ use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_stops=”#ffffff 0%|#e7edf9 100%” background_color_gradient_start=”#ffffff” background_color_gradient_end=”#e7edf9″ custom_margin=”|||” custom_padding=”100px||100px|” custom_padding_tablet=”130px||130px|” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2\,1_2″ admin_label=”title and illustration” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_margin=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ header_font=”Merriweather|700|||||||” header_font_size=”46px” header_line_height=”1.3em” custom_margin=”||0px|” animation_style=”flip” animation_direction=”top” global_colors_info=”{}”] \nCome join us at Startup Weekend – Tourism\, a 54 hour business plan competition where you will have the opportunity to meet like minded individuals\, dream big ideas\, prototype businesses\, and pitch to Alaska biggest tourism investors. \n[/et_pb_text][et_pb_divider color=”#4646c4″ divider_position=”center” divider_weight=”2px” _builder_version=”4.16″ max_width=”90px” max_width_tablet=”12%” max_width_last_edited=”off|desktop” custom_margin=”|||” animation_style=”flip” animation_delay=”50ms” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_font=”||||||||” text_font_size=”20px” text_line_height=”1.8em” custom_margin=”25px|||” animation_style=”flip” animation_direction=”top” animation_delay=”100ms” global_colors_info=”{}”] \nThe Alaska Tourism market is a $5.6 billion market and we are inviting you to carve a slice for yourself. \nAll you have to bring is your enthusiasm and Alaskan Can-Do attitude. If you already run a tourism business\, this is an opportunity to test new ideas in a safe and rapid environment. All ages and skill levels are welcome. No prior business or tourism experience necessary. You will be given the tools and the methodology to create Alaska’s next biggest tour company. \nThis event is hosted at the Pioneer School House (1915!) on September 5th 5:30 PM to September 7th\, with the final pitch event at 5:30 at the Williwaw Social at 609 F street. Participant tickets are $75 (student\, military\, and other discounts are available) and include meals and the pitch event for participants. \nA separate ticket is available for attending only the final pitch event on Sunday evening. The experience is invaluable and spectators are welcome to sign up for the pitch event\, where we are also launching the 2025 Entrepreneurship Week and the 2025 Alaska Angel Conference. \n  \nThis event is organized in partnership with:\n\nVisit Anchorage\nAlaska Travel Industry Association\nAnchorage Economic Development Corporation\nAnchorage Community Development Authority\nAKV3\nCommonwealth North\nREFocus\n\n“Well worth being stuck inside on a sunny weekend! Met some awesome people to work with and come up with some pretty sweet ideas! The initial experience did eventually inspire and motivate me to get outside of my own comfort zone and create my own business.” Dan Newman\, founder of Alaska Premier Auctions and Appraisals \n  \nSince 2012\, the start of Alaskan Startups\nTechstars Startup Weekends have been held at least once a year in Anchorage since 2012. It has kick-started many entrepreneurs in our community. We believe that the demand and opportunities for tourism are so great that it is time to focus on a promising sector to grow the Alaska economy. We welcome you to explore\, create\, and create in this space. \nConnect with other creators \nStartup Weekend – Alaska Tourism is a great place to connect with passionate people driven to build something new. There is no better place to meet new friends\, colleagues\, mentors\, cofounders\, and investors. \nStart something great \nKnowing you’re not alone can make all the difference. Startup Weekend – Alaska Tourism provides participants many opportunities to engage and connect with like-minded individuals — and truly start something amazing. \nLearn from the best \nLearn what it really takes to innovate\, disrupt\, and start a company from people who’ve been there. Startup Weekend features deep experiential learning guided by experienced tourism entrepreneurs & experts. \nImprove your knowledge \nSometimes you really need more skills and knowledge to go to the next level. Startup Weekend also delves into specific topics or skill sets. Just what you need to progress quickly. \n  \nTICKETS HERE \n[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”https://akew.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Screenshot-2025-08-27-185848-FILEminimizer.jpg” title_text=”Screenshot 2025-08-27 185848 (FILEminimizer)” force_fullwidth=”on” align_tablet=”center” align_phone=”center” align_last_edited=”on|desktop” admin_label=”illustration” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ animation_style=”slide” animation_direction=”right” animation_intensity_slide=”10%” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]
URL:https://akew.org/event/techstars-startup-weekend-25-2
LOCATION:Pioneer School House\, 437 East 3rd Avenue\, Anchorage\, AK\, 99501\, United States
CATEGORIES:1. Idea,2. Pre-Profit,3. Profit,Hybrid,Networking & Community,Pitch Competitions & Showcases
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://akew.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Screenshot-2025-08-28-120345.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250915
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251004
DTSTAMP:20260417T111802
CREATED:20250916T043742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T050223Z
UID:10000048-1757894400-1759535999@akew.org
SUMMARY:Gold Pan Awards - Entrepreneurial Excellence Category Nomination Period
DESCRIPTION:[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ custom_padding_last_edited=”off|desktop” admin_label=”Hero” _builder_version=”4.16″ use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_stops=”#ffffff 0%|#e7edf9 100%” background_color_gradient_start=”#ffffff” background_color_gradient_end=”#e7edf9″ custom_margin=”|||” custom_padding=”100px||100px|” custom_padding_tablet=”130px||130px|” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”title and illustration” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_margin=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_divider color=”#4646c4″ divider_position=”center” divider_weight=”2px” _builder_version=”4.16″ max_width=”90px” max_width_tablet=”12%” max_width_last_edited=”off|desktop” custom_margin=”|||” animation_style=”flip” animation_delay=”50ms” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_font=”||||||||” text_font_size=”20px” text_line_height=”1.8em” custom_margin=”25px|||” animation_style=”flip” animation_direction=”top” animation_delay=”100ms” global_colors_info=”{}”] \nThe Anchorage Chamber’s annual Gold Pan Awards has an entrepreneurial excellence category. Deadline: Oct. 3rd. \n\nThe business or individual must have started\, organized\, and managed a successful business\, exemplifying creative vision\, talent\, and innovative thinking that creates business opportunities.\nEntrepreneurs are allowed to nominate themselves.\nNOMINATION FORM\n\n[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]
URL:https://akew.org/event/gold-pan-awards-entrepreneurial-excellence-category-nomination-period
LOCATION:Alaska\, AK\, United States
CATEGORIES:1. Idea,2. Pre-Profit,3. Profit,4. Growth,5. Exit,Business Stage,Competitions Beyond Pitching,Online (Virtual)
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://akew.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Gold-Pan-Awards.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Anchorage Chamber of Commerce":MAILTO:info@anchoragechamber.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250915
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260228
DTSTAMP:20260417T111802
CREATED:20250916T045555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T050533Z
UID:10000049-1757894400-1772236799@akew.org
SUMMARY:Alaska Young Professionals Summit awards an Entrepreneur of the Year
DESCRIPTION:[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ custom_padding_last_edited=”off|desktop” admin_label=”Hero” _builder_version=”4.16″ use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_stops=”#ffffff 0%|#e7edf9 100%” background_color_gradient_start=”#ffffff” background_color_gradient_end=”#e7edf9″ custom_margin=”|||” custom_padding=”100px||100px|” custom_padding_tablet=”130px||130px|” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”title and illustration” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_margin=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_divider color=”#4646c4″ divider_position=”center” divider_weight=”2px” _builder_version=”4.16″ max_width=”90px” max_width_tablet=”12%” max_width_last_edited=”off|desktop” custom_margin=”|||” animation_style=”flip” animation_delay=”50ms” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_font=”||||||||” text_font_size=”20px” text_line_height=”1.8em” custom_margin=”25px|||” animation_style=”flip” animation_direction=”top” animation_delay=”100ms” global_colors_info=”{}”] \nThe Alaska Young Professionals Summit awards an Entrepreneur of the Year in April. Deadline: Feb. 27\, 2026 \n\nEntrepreneurs are motivated individuals who identify a need and seek to fill it. They are among Alaska’s next generation of legacy builders. They are innovative\, passionate\, ambitious\, and visionaries. Most importantly\, recipients will have shown a growing impact with their business in their industry and/or community\nNOMINATION FORM\n\n[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]
URL:https://akew.org/event/alaska-young-professionals-summit-awards-an-entrepreneur-of-the-year
LOCATION:Alaska\, AK\, United States
CATEGORIES:1. Idea,2. Pre-Profit,3. Profit,4. Growth,5. Exit,Business Stage,Competitions Beyond Pitching,Online (Virtual)
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://akew.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/AlaskaYoungProfessionalsSummit5.webp
ORGANIZER;CN="Anchorage Chamber of Commerce":MAILTO:info@anchoragechamber.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250924T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250924T133000
DTSTAMP:20260417T111802
CREATED:20250828T023011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T025228Z
UID:10000020-1758713400-1758720600@akew.org
SUMMARY:Scaling Up: What to Know Before You Expand
DESCRIPTION:[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ custom_padding_last_edited=”off|desktop” admin_label=”Hero” _builder_version=”4.16″ use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_stops=”#ffffff 0%|#e7edf9 100%” background_color_gradient_start=”#ffffff” background_color_gradient_end=”#e7edf9″ custom_margin=”|||” custom_padding=”100px||100px|” custom_padding_tablet=”130px||130px|” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2\,1_2″ admin_label=”title and illustration” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_margin=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_font=”||||||||” text_font_size=”20px” text_line_height=”1.8em” custom_margin=”25px|||” animation_style=”flip” animation_direction=”top” animation_delay=”100ms” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″] \nAre you thinking of expanding your business and looking for insights as you prepare for growth?  \nThis workshop offers a dynamic panel discussion designed for small business owners considering or preparing for growth. \n[/et_pb_text][et_pb_divider color=”#4646c4″ divider_position=”center” divider_weight=”2px” _builder_version=”4.16″ max_width=”90px” max_width_tablet=”12%” max_width_last_edited=”off|desktop” custom_margin=”|||” animation_style=”flip” animation_delay=”50ms” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ header_font=”Merriweather|700|||||||” header_font_size=”46px” header_line_height=”1.3em” custom_margin=”||0px|” animation_style=”flip” animation_direction=”top” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″] \nThis workshop features insights from experienced entrepreneurs\, a lender\, and an investor.  This session will explore what it really takes to scale successfully. Panelists will share firsthand perspectives on funding growth\, operational planning\, managing risk\, and navigating expansion in Alaska’s unique business environment. Whether you’re just starting to think about growth or already planning your next move\, this conversation will equip you with practical tools and lessons learned from those who’ve done it. \nThe workshop concludes with a guided tour of a development in progress – the new Market Project (aka\, the Downtown Revitalization Project) in the Post Office Mall from 1:00 pm to 1:30 pm!  Attendees will gain a firsthand look at the development process and have opportunities to identify potential business locations. \n  \nMore info & registration: HERE \n[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”https://akew.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/sbdc.jpg” title_text=”sbdc” force_fullwidth=”on” align_tablet=”center” align_phone=”center” align_last_edited=”on|desktop” admin_label=”illustration” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ animation_style=”slide” animation_direction=”right” animation_intensity_slide=”10%” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Speakers” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”90px||90px|” animation_style=”zoom” animation_intensity_zoom=”10%” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3\,2_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_margin=”|||” custom_padding=”40px|0px|40px|0px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”https://akew.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/20150305_JBittner-e1637171864608-900×900-1.jpg” title_text=”20150305_JBittner-e1637171864608-900×900″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ custom_margin=”|||” custom_margin_tablet=”90px|||” custom_margin_last_edited=”off|desktop” always_center_on_mobile=”off” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”2_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_font=”||||||||” text_text_color=”#7e7f93″ text_font_size=”18px” header_font=”||||||||” header_3_font=”Merriweather|700|||||||” header_3_text_color=”#4646c4″ header_3_font_size=”36px” header_3_line_height=”1.4em” link_option_url=”https://www.linkedin.com/in/allancarraway/” link_option_url_new_window=”on” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”] \nJon Bittner\nExecutive Director\, Alaska Small Business Development Center \n[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_font=”||||||||” text_font_size=”18px” text_line_height=”1.8em” global_colors_info=”{}”] \nJon Bittner is the Executive Director of the Alaska Small Business Development Center (SBDC)\, where he leads a statewide network of seven regional centers dedicated to delivering accessible\, high-quality business assistance to entrepreneurs and established businesses alike. In his role\, Jon has helped to launch the $59 million State and $83 million Tribal SSBCI capital programs\, the AI Center\, as well as relaunched the BuyAlaska and TREND programs. His extensive background in economic development includes previous roles as Vice President of the Anchorage Economic Development Corporation (AEDC)\, where he launched a variety of entrepreneurship and innovation programs\, including Entrepreneurship Week\, the Alaska Pitch on a Train competition\, Anchorage Maker Faire\, and the Alaska Innovator magazine.  He also served as the  Deputy Commissioner for the Alaska Department of Commerce\, Community\, and Economic Development where he served on the boards of AIDEA\, AEA\, ASMI\, and oversaw the Division of Economic Development\, the Division of Banking & Securities and the Alcohol Beverage Control Board. Through his leadership\, Jon continues to drive innovation and support for Alaska’s small business ecosystem. \n[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3\,2_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_margin=”|||” custom_padding=”40px|0px|40px|0px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”https://akew.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/KellyAnn.jpeg” title_text=”KellyAnn” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ custom_margin=”|||” custom_margin_tablet=”90px|||” custom_margin_last_edited=”off|desktop” always_center_on_mobile=”off” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”2_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_font=”||||||||” text_text_color=”#7e7f93″ text_font_size=”18px” header_font=”||||||||” header_3_font=”Merriweather|700|||||||” header_3_text_color=”#4646c4″ header_3_font_size=”36px” header_3_line_height=”1.4em” link_option_url=”https://www.linkedin.com/in/allancarraway/” link_option_url_new_window=”on” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”] \nKelly Ann Cavaretta\nSeward Business Advisor\, Alaska Small Business Development Center\, and Owner\, Salted Roots and the Flamingo Cocktail Lounge \n[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_font=”||||||||” text_font_size=”18px” text_line_height=”1.8em” global_colors_info=”{}”] \nKelly Ann supports entrepreneurs in Seward as a business advisor with the Alaska SBDC\, offering expert guidance in startup strategy\, growth planning\, and sustainable operations. She earned her MBA from the University of Alaska Fairbanks in 2025\, enhancing her strengths in business strategy\, leadership\, and economic development. In addition to her advisory role\, Kelly Ann is a commercial real estate investor focused on creating community-centered spaces that foster local resilience. She is the founder of Salted Roots\, a boutique hospitality brand with locations in both Seward and Anchorage\, and also owns the Flamingo Cocktail Lounge. This vibrant downtown Seward property features a full-service restaurant\, beer garden\, and residential tenants. Her entrepreneurial work reflects a strong commitment to place-based development and supporting Alaska’s local economies. \n[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3\,2_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_margin=”|||” custom_padding=”40px|0px|40px|0px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”https://akew.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Ginny-Grabowski-1.jpg” title_text=”Ginny-Grabowski” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ custom_margin=”|||” custom_margin_tablet=”90px|||” custom_margin_last_edited=”off|desktop” always_center_on_mobile=”off” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”2_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_font=”||||||||” text_text_color=”#7e7f93″ text_font_size=”18px” header_font=”||||||||” header_3_font=”Merriweather|700|||||||” header_3_text_color=”#4646c4″ header_3_font_size=”36px” header_3_line_height=”1.4em” link_option_url=”https://www.linkedin.com/in/allancarraway/” link_option_url_new_window=”on” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”] \nGinny Grabowski\nAlaska SBDC  Business Advisor\n[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_font=”||||||||” text_font_size=”18px” text_line_height=”1.8em” global_colors_info=”{}”]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. \nGinny’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. \n[more]\n[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3\,2_3″ admin_label=”Rachel Pennington” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_margin=”|||” custom_padding=”40px|0px|40px|0px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”https://akew.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/image-asset.webp” title_text=”image-asset” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ custom_margin=”|||” custom_margin_tablet=”90px|||” custom_margin_last_edited=”off|desktop” always_center_on_mobile=”off” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”2_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_font=”||||||||” text_text_color=”#7e7f93″ text_font_size=”18px” header_font=”||||||||” header_3_font=”Merriweather|700|||||||” header_3_text_color=”#4646c4″ header_3_font_size=”36px” header_3_line_height=”1.4em” link_option_url=”https://www.linkedin.com/in/allancarraway/” link_option_url_new_window=”on” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”] \nRachel Pennington\nCo-Owner and Manager\, Fire Island Rustic Bakeshop/K Street Market \n[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_font=”||||||||” text_font_size=”18px” text_line_height=”1.8em” global_colors_info=”{}”] \nRachel Pennington is the co-owner and manager of Fire Island Rustic Bakeshop\, a beloved artisan bakery in Anchorage\, Alaska. Joining the family business in 2010\, she began as a baking assistant and quickly advanced to head baker. After completing a five-month program at the San Francisco Baking Institute\, Rachel returned to Fire Island as manager and soon became part-owner. She now oversees daily operations\, ensuring that each batch of scones\, cookies\, and sprouted grain sourdoughs meets the bakery’s high standards. She hired people from all walks of life\, including those who have immigrated here from faraway places as well as those recently released from prison. Currently\, Fire Island employs 90 talented and ambitious individuals. The bakery has expanded to 4 unique locations across the municipality. At this time\, Fire Island is housed in 2 beautiful buildings that collaborates and partners with other businesses in downtown Anchorage and in Airport Heights. These 2 spots have become beacons of joy and fun\, elevating baked goods and food service alike. Fire Island’s calling cards are kindness and quality\, and in everything they do\, it is evident. Known affectionately as the “Gluten Queen\,” Rachel is passionate about the art of baking and the community it fosters. Under her leadership\, Fire Island has become a cornerstone of Anchorage’s culinary scene. \n[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3\,2_3″ admin_label=”Dunbar Anders” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_margin=”|||” custom_padding=”40px|0px|40px|0px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”https://akew.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Dunbar-2-346×400-1.jpg” title_text=”Dunbar-2-346×400″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ custom_margin=”|||” custom_margin_tablet=”90px|||” custom_margin_last_edited=”off|desktop” always_center_on_mobile=”off” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”2_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_font=”||||||||” text_text_color=”#7e7f93″ text_font_size=”18px” header_font=”||||||||” header_3_font=”Merriweather|700|||||||” header_3_text_color=”#4646c4″ header_3_font_size=”36px” header_3_line_height=”1.4em” link_option_url=”https://www.linkedin.com/in/allancarraway/” link_option_url_new_window=”on” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”] \nDunbar Anders\nLoan Officer\, Alaska Growth Capital \n[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_font=”||||||||” text_font_size=”18px” text_line_height=”1.8em” global_colors_info=”{}”] \nDunbar Anders joined AGC in 2023 and has 5 years of experience in Commercial Lending. He has lived in Alaska for over 10 years and received his Bachelor of Business Administration in Economics and Marketing from the University of Alaska – Anchorage. Dunbar is currently pursuing a Master of Business Administration with a concentration in Finance at Alaska Pacific University. Anders’s lending experience includes the following sectors: commercial\, industrial\, and professional corporations’ loans with expertise in commercial real estate\, business acquisition purchases\, debt refinance\, and working capital loans. Anders is a member of BNI and the Young Professionals Group in Anchorage\, Alaska. \n[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3\,2_3″ admin_label=”Joe Dugan” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_margin=”|||” custom_padding=”40px|0px|40px|0px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”2_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_font=”||||||||” text_text_color=”#7e7f93″ text_font_size=”18px” header_font=”||||||||” header_3_font=”Merriweather|700|||||||” header_3_text_color=”#4646c4″ header_3_font_size=”36px” header_3_line_height=”1.4em” link_option_url=”https://www.linkedin.com/in/allancarraway/” link_option_url_new_window=”on” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”] \nJoe Dugan\nInvestor/President\, Alaska Architectural Lighting \n[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_font=”||||||||” text_font_size=”18px” text_line_height=”1.8em” global_colors_info=”{}”] \nJoe Dugan is the President of Alaska Architectural Lighting\, a company he founded in 1998 that has since become a trusted name in the state’s construction and design community. His recent projects include the Santos Building and the Wild Birch Hotel\, both reflecting his commitment to quality and craftsmanship. In addition to his lighting work\, Joe is an active investor in local businesses\, with stakes in ventures such as the Alaska Rock Gym\, Spenard Roadhouse\, Crush Bistro\, South Restaurant\, and an exciting new project on the horizon. A proud UAA alumnus with a Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy\, Joe values creative vision and practical problem-solving. Outside of work\, he enjoys spending time with his children and contributing to the vibrancy of Alaska’s business community. \n[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3\,2_3″ admin_label=”Elissa Brown” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_margin=”|||” custom_padding=”40px|0px|40px|0px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”https://akew.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Elissa-Brown.jpg” title_text=”Elissa Brown” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ custom_margin=”|||” custom_margin_tablet=”90px|||” custom_margin_last_edited=”off|desktop” always_center_on_mobile=”off” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”2_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_font=”||||||||” text_text_color=”#7e7f93″ text_font_size=”18px” header_font=”||||||||” header_3_font=”Merriweather|700|||||||” header_3_text_color=”#4646c4″ header_3_font_size=”36px” header_3_line_height=”1.4em” link_option_url=”https://www.linkedin.com/in/allancarraway/” link_option_url_new_window=”on” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”] \nElissa Brown\nCo-Founder and Owner\, Wild Scoops \n[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_font=”||||||||” text_font_size=”18px” text_line_height=”1.8em” global_colors_info=”{}”] \nElissa Brown is the co-founder and owner of Wild Scoops\, Anchorage’s beloved micro-creamery celebrated for its adventurous small-batch ice cream made with locally sourced\, seasonal Alaskan ingredients. A former middle school science teacher\, Elissa transformed her kitchen experiments into a flourishing business\, launching Wild Scoops in 2015 at local farmers’ markets and opening the first brick-and-mortar scoop shop in downtown Anchorage by 2017. Today\, Wild Scoops has three locations in Anchorage and continues to delight the community with hundreds of creative flavors that tell a story of place\, all while fostering strong local partnerships and giving back through charitable initiatives. \n[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]
URL:https://akew.org/event/scaling-up-what-to-know-before-you-expand
LOCATION:Alaska Experience Theatre\, 333 West 4th Avenue\, Suite 207\, Anchorage\, AK\, 99501\, United States
CATEGORIES:3. Profit,4. Growth,In-Person,Panels & Fireside Chats,Storytelling & Founder Journeys,Workshops & Trainings
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://akew.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/sbdc.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250929
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251003
DTSTAMP:20260417T111802
CREATED:20250829T000556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T000757Z
UID:10000011-1759104000-1759449599@akew.org
SUMMARY:Entrepreneur Camp
DESCRIPTION:[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ custom_padding_last_edited=”off|desktop” admin_label=”Hero” _builder_version=”4.16″ use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_stops=”#ffffff 0%|#e7edf9 100%” background_color_gradient_start=”#ffffff” background_color_gradient_end=”#e7edf9″ custom_margin=”|||” custom_padding=”100px||100px|” custom_padding_tablet=”130px||130px|” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_font=”||||||||” text_font_size=”20px” text_line_height=”1.8em” custom_margin=”25px|||” animation_style=”flip” animation_direction=”top” animation_delay=”100ms” global_colors_info=”{}”] \nThis 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. \nAs 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. \n“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.” \n“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.” \nFollowing 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. \n2025 Alaska Marketplace Finalists: \nAleut Marketplace: \n\nPiama R. Oleyer – Bering Home (Unalaska)\nSarah Stepetin – Kachigax Consulting LLC (Anchorage)\nAlexsis Mistler – Mistler’s Munchies (Palmer)\nCameron Samuelson – Whirl Point Cafe (False Pass)\nEdwin Gundersen – Gundersen Drones (Sand Point)\nSteven Kashevarof – Arlluk Charters (Chenega)\nLeann Mack – Sip & Play Cafe (Wasilla)\n\nBristol Bay Marketplace: \n\nDaJonee Hale – Playful Paths: Day Care for Alaska’s Kids (Anchorage)\nVictoriano Solis – Dillingham Bike Rentals (Dillingham)\nCrystal Garrett – Arctic Dawn Massage & Wellness (Anchorage)\nBeth Hill – Camp Gibraltar (Kokhanok)\nTatianna Anderson-Martin – Delicate Alaskan Designs (Chignik Lagoon)\nKaylee Hill – K’s Cup Coffee Company (King Salmon)\nJason Cloud – Cloud Brothers Restoration (Wasilla)\nFrank Woods IV – Woods Aerial Media\, LLC (Anchorage)\n\nNorth Slope Marketplace: \n\nTonya Hunnicutt – TM Beads & Beyond (Point Hope)\nAaron Tooyak – Locked In Mobile Detailing (Anchorage)\nAmanda Toorak – Amanda’s Jeep Tours (Kaktovik)\nBryce Harrington – Ulimaq Trucking (Wasilla)\nVasna Nou – Burning Love Candles (Anchorage)\nKarina Ahkivgak – Native DataTrust (Anchorage)\nRose Miller – Zenith Bakery (Wasilla)\n\n[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]
URL:https://akew.org/event/entrepreneur-camp-25
LOCATION:Alaska Growth Capital\, 3800 Centerpoint Dr. Ste. 1130\, Anchorage\, AK\, 99503\, United States
CATEGORIES:1. Idea,2. Pre-Profit,3. Profit,Funding
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://akew.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Alaska-Growth-Capital.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250929T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250929T060000
DTSTAMP:20260417T111802
CREATED:20250905T044335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T044652Z
UID:10000039-1759122000-1759125600@akew.org
SUMMARY:How to Submit an Award-Winning National Small Business Week Package
DESCRIPTION:[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ custom_padding_last_edited=”off|desktop” admin_label=”Hero” _builder_version=”4.16″ use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_stops=”#ffffff 0%|#e7edf9 100%” background_color_gradient_start=”#ffffff” background_color_gradient_end=”#e7edf9″ custom_margin=”|||” custom_padding=”100px||100px|” custom_padding_tablet=”130px||130px|” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”title and illustration” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_margin=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_font=”||||||||” text_font_size=”20px” text_line_height=”1.8em” custom_margin=”25px|||” animation_style=”flip” animation_direction=”top” animation_delay=”100ms” global_colors_info=”{}”] \nIn this one-hour webinar\, you’ll discover the steps to submit yourself or your favorite small business for a National or District award. \nDo you or someone you know have what it takes to be named America’s “Small Business Person of the Year” for 2026? If so\, we invite you to join our nomination info session to learn how you can be part of this prestigious recognition. \nIn this one-hour webinar\, you’ll discover the steps to submit yourself or your favorite small business for a National or District award under various categories. Our team will guide you through the application process\, ensuring you have all the tools and knowledge to submit a completed package successfully. \nWhy Attend? \n\nLearn about the different award categories\nGet tips on how to complete a successful application\nUnderstand the timeline and key dates for the submission process\nHave your questions answered by SBA experts\n\n The journey to winning begins with a submission. Don’t miss this opportunity to spotlight your business or an outstanding small business making a difference in the community. \nReserve your spot today! \nDuring National Small Business Week\, the U.S. Small Business Administration elevates the impact of outstanding entrepreneurs\, small business owners\, and SBA Resource Partners from all 50 states and U.S. territories by recognizing them nationally and locally. \nFor more info\, contact Outreach & Marketing Specialist Brian Hopkins at 401-528-4575 or Brian.Hopkins@sba.gov \nThe U.S. Small Business Administration provides programs and services on a nondiscriminatory basis. Moreover\, SBA can make reasonable arrangements for persons with disabilities if requested at least two weeks in advance. \nThe SBA’s participation does not endorse any opinion\, product\, or service of the organizations in attendance. The SBA organizes informational workshops for business development purposes only. \n  \nREGISTER HERE\n[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]
URL:https://akew.org/event/how-to-submit-an-award-winning-national-small-business-week-package
LOCATION:Alaska\, AK\, United States
CATEGORIES:2. Pre-Profit,3. Profit,4. Growth,Competitions Beyond Pitching,Online (Virtual),Resource Fairs & Info Sessions
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/gif:https://akew.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/SBA-Lender-300-x-376.gif
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250929T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250929T070000
DTSTAMP:20260417T111802
CREATED:20250905T045356Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T045402Z
UID:10000041-1759125600-1759129200@akew.org
SUMMARY:Managing Finances AFTER the Loan Award
DESCRIPTION:[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ custom_padding_last_edited=”off|desktop” admin_label=”Hero” _builder_version=”4.16″ use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_stops=”#ffffff 0%|#e7edf9 100%” background_color_gradient_start=”#ffffff” background_color_gradient_end=”#e7edf9″ custom_margin=”|||” custom_padding=”100px||100px|” custom_padding_tablet=”130px||130px|” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”title and illustration” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_margin=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_font=”||||||||” text_font_size=”20px” text_line_height=”1.8em” custom_margin=”25px|||” animation_style=”flip” animation_direction=”top” animation_delay=”100ms” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″] \nReceiving funding is a major milestone\, but what you do next matters just as much. This workshop is designed to help small business owners plan and manage the deployment of loan funds to ensure that capital is used effectively and strategically. \nExperience advisors will review:Setting financial prioritiesBudgeting methods and using capital to drive measurable growthTracking how loan funds are spent and effectively communicating this to lenders \nThis session will help you align your financial decisions with your business strategy\, make the most of your funding and ensure you are positioned to repay the lender. \n  \nREGISTER HERE\n[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]
URL:https://akew.org/event/managing-finances-after-the-loan-award
LOCATION:Alaska\, AK\, United States
CATEGORIES:2. Pre-Profit,3. Profit,4. Growth,Online (Virtual),Skills & Learning,Workshops & Trainings
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/gif:https://akew.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/SBA-Lender-300-x-376.gif
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250929T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250929T071500
DTSTAMP:20260417T111802
CREATED:20250925T004150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T005215Z
UID:10000449-1759129200-1759130100@akew.org
SUMMARY:Cottage Food Permit Process – Municipality of Anchorage
DESCRIPTION:[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ custom_padding_last_edited=”off|desktop” admin_label=”Hero” _builder_version=”4.16″ use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_stops=”#ffffff 0%|#e7edf9 100%” background_color_gradient_start=”#ffffff” background_color_gradient_end=”#e7edf9″ custom_margin=”|||” custom_padding=”100px||100px|” custom_padding_tablet=”130px||130px|” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_font=”||||||||” text_font_size=”20px” text_line_height=”1.8em” custom_margin=”25px|||” animation_style=”flip” animation_direction=”top” animation_delay=”100ms” global_colors_info=”{}”] \nDo you prepare foods in a home-kitchen in the Municipality of Anchorage and want to learn what’s required to sell your food products directly to consumers?  For example\, are you wanting to sell baked goods at a local event\, but not quite sure what’s allowed (and not allowed) by the Municipality of Anchorage?  The “Cottage Food Permit Process – Municipality of Anchorage” workshop explains what a “cottage food” is (and is not).  It walks you through the steps of getting your permit and what you need to do to stay compliant with the Anchorage Health Department in the Munciplity of Anchorage. \nDuring this 12-minute workshop\, you will learn: \n\nWhat “cottage foods” include and what they don’t include;\nThe cottage food permit requirements;\nWhat you need to do before selling cottage foods in the Municipality of Anchorage;\nInformation about submitting a Cottage Food License application;\nSteps required to get a Food Worker Card;\nExample of “list of ingredients” that must be submitted in the application;\nExplanation of cottage foods requiring pH and water activity test;\nExample of cottage food product label requirements;\nExample of cottage food placard display requirements;\nResponsibilities in preparing and packaging cottage food products to assure health and sanitation;\nInspections of cottage food and food safety compliance;\nAdditional safety techniques\, samples and sanitizing; and\nOther resources.\n\n[/et_pb_text][et_pb_divider _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″][/et_pb_divider][et_pb_button button_url=”https://aksbdc.org/workshops/cottage-food-permit/” url_new_window=”on” button_text=”Information and registration HERE” button_alignment=”center” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” box_shadow_style=”preset1″ global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_button][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]
URL:https://akew.org/event/cottage-food-permit-process-municipality-of-anchorage
LOCATION:Alaska\, AK\, United States
CATEGORIES:1. Idea,2. Pre-Profit,3. Profit,Online (Virtual),Workshops & Trainings
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://akew.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/sbdc.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250929T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250929T080000
DTSTAMP:20260417T111802
CREATED:20250925T024239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T024508Z
UID:10000466-1759129200-1759132800@akew.org
SUMMARY:Demystifying Food Cooperatives
DESCRIPTION:[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ custom_padding_last_edited=”off|desktop” admin_label=”Hero” _builder_version=”4.16″ use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_stops=”#ffffff 0%|#e7edf9 100%” background_color_gradient_start=”#ffffff” background_color_gradient_end=”#e7edf9″ custom_margin=”|||” custom_padding=”100px||100px|” custom_padding_tablet=”130px||130px|” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_font=”||||||||” text_font_size=”20px” text_line_height=”1.8em” custom_margin=”25px|||” animation_style=”flip” animation_direction=”top” animation_delay=”100ms” global_colors_info=”{}”] \nAre you thinking about different options for structuring your food-related business?  Are you thinking about converting your existing business into a co-op? If you are in the food industry\, a Food Cooperative might be something to consider. \nJoin us for this engaging On Demand workshop\, “Demystifying Food Cooperatives” presented by Stuart Reid\, Principal/Owner\, The Co-op Consultant.  Stuart is a seasoned expert with over 45 years of experience in the food co-op movement. This workshop introduces participants to the fundamentals of food co-ops\, offering valuable insights into their benefits\, operations\, and role in strengthening communities. \n[/et_pb_text][et_pb_divider _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_divider][et_pb_button button_url=”https://aksbdc.org/workshops/demystifying-food-cooperatives/” url_new_window=”on” button_text=”Information and registration HERE” button_alignment=”center” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” box_shadow_style=”preset1″ global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_button][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]
URL:https://akew.org/event/demystifying-food-cooperatives
LOCATION:Alaska\, AK\, United States
CATEGORIES:1. Idea,2. Pre-Profit,3. Profit,4. Growth,Online (Virtual),Workshops & Trainings
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://akew.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/sbdc.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250929T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250929T084500
DTSTAMP:20260417T111802
CREATED:20250925T012504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T012510Z
UID:10000451-1759132800-1759135500@akew.org
SUMMARY:How to Get a Business License in Alaska
DESCRIPTION:[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ custom_padding_last_edited=”off|desktop” admin_label=”Hero” _builder_version=”4.16″ use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_stops=”#ffffff 0%|#e7edf9 100%” background_color_gradient_start=”#ffffff” background_color_gradient_end=”#e7edf9″ custom_margin=”|||” custom_padding=”100px||100px|” custom_padding_tablet=”130px||130px|” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_font=”||||||||” text_font_size=”20px” text_line_height=”1.8em” custom_margin=”25px|||” animation_style=”flip” animation_direction=”top” animation_delay=”100ms” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″] \nWhat are the steps for getting a business license?  What information do you need to provide when getting a business license?  This workshop is intended to guide you through the steps for getting a business license in the state of Alaska.  It’s not meant to be legal advice\, but rather a guide to walk you through the steps and help you find the correct information that’s required. \nDuring this 38-minute On Demand workshop\, you will learn: \n\nstep-by-step instructions for how to get a business license in Alaska;\na list of information that’s needed;\ntips on how to find your NAICS code; and\nwhere to find useful resources.\n\n[/et_pb_text][et_pb_divider _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_divider][et_pb_button url_new_window=”on” button_text=”Information and registration HERE” button_alignment=”center” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ box_shadow_style=”preset1″ global_colors_info=”{}” button_url=”https://aksbdc.org/workshops/how-to-get-a-business-license/” sticky_enabled=”0″][/et_pb_button][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]
URL:https://akew.org/event/how-to-get-a-business-license-in-alaska
LOCATION:Alaska\, AK\, United States
CATEGORIES:1. Idea,Online (Virtual),Workshops & Trainings
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://akew.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/sbdc.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250929T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250929T100000
DTSTAMP:20260417T111802
CREATED:20250925T015735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T020347Z
UID:10000457-1759136400-1759140000@akew.org
SUMMARY:Starting a Business
DESCRIPTION:[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ custom_padding_last_edited=”off|desktop” admin_label=”Hero” _builder_version=”4.16″ use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_stops=”#ffffff 0%|#e7edf9 100%” background_color_gradient_start=”#ffffff” background_color_gradient_end=”#e7edf9″ custom_margin=”|||” custom_padding=”100px||100px|” custom_padding_tablet=”130px||130px|” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_font=”||||||||” text_font_size=”20px” text_line_height=”1.8em” custom_margin=”25px|||” animation_style=”flip” animation_direction=”top” animation_delay=”100ms” global_colors_info=”{}”] \nAre you thinking about starting your own business?  This workshop was designed just for you! \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; and\naccess to financing.\n\nLet the Alaska SBDC help guide you through the process of starting a small business. \n[/et_pb_text][et_pb_divider _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_divider][et_pb_button button_url=”https://aksbdc.org/workshops/starting-a-business/” url_new_window=”on” button_text=”Information and registration HERE” button_alignment=”center” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” box_shadow_style=”preset1″ global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_button][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]
URL:https://akew.org/event/starting-a-business-25
LOCATION:Alaska\, AK\, United States
CATEGORIES:1. Idea,Online (Virtual),Workshops & Trainings
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://akew.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/sbdc.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250929T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250929T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T111802
CREATED:20250826T205940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250910T213101Z
UID:10000006-1759136400-1759165200@akew.org
SUMMARY:Valdez Business Builder Workshop - I
DESCRIPTION:[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ custom_padding_last_edited=”off|desktop” admin_label=”Hero” _builder_version=”4.16″ use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_stops=”#ffffff 0%|#e7edf9 100%” background_color_gradient_start=”#ffffff” background_color_gradient_end=”#e7edf9″ custom_margin=”|||” custom_padding=”100px||100px|” custom_padding_tablet=”130px||130px|” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_font=”||||||||” text_font_size=”20px” text_line_height=”1.8em” custom_margin=”25px|||” animation_style=”flip” animation_direction=”top” animation_delay=”100ms” global_colors_info=”{}”] \nWelcome to the Valdez Business Builder Workshop\, where personalized guidance meetings entrepreneurial ambition! \nThe City of Valdez Economic Development Department is excited to launch its first Valdez Business Builder Workshop! \nThis FREE two-day workshop is designed to assist local business-owners and entrepreneurs in starting out or scaling up their business ventures. 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.  \nWith an opportunity to attend 1:1 coaching after each session\, you’ll receive tailored advice and support to address your unique challenges and opportunities. \nJoin us for expert presenters and one-on-one business coaching. (Plus\, who can say “no” to free lunch?!) \n[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]
URL:https://akew.org/event/valdez-business-builder-workshop
LOCATION:Valdez Civic and Convention Center\, 314 Clifton Dr\, Valdez\, 99686\, United States
CATEGORIES:1. Idea,2. Pre-Profit,3. Profit,4. Growth,Hybrid,Inspiration & Stories,Keynotes & Talks,Mentorship & Office Hours,Networking & Community,Networking, Mixers & Social,Skills & Learning,Workshops & Trainings
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://akew.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Valdez-Business-Builder-Workshop-FILEminimizer.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250929T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250929T110000
DTSTAMP:20260417T111802
CREATED:20250925T020603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T021135Z
UID:10000458-1759140000-1759143600@akew.org
SUMMARY:Starting a Childcare Business in Alaska
DESCRIPTION:[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ custom_padding_last_edited=”off|desktop” admin_label=”Hero” _builder_version=”4.16″ use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_stops=”#ffffff 0%|#e7edf9 100%” background_color_gradient_start=”#ffffff” background_color_gradient_end=”#e7edf9″ custom_margin=”|||” custom_padding=”100px||100px|” custom_padding_tablet=”130px||130px|” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_font=”||||||||” text_font_size=”20px” text_line_height=”1.8em” custom_margin=”25px|||” animation_style=”flip” animation_direction=”top” animation_delay=”100ms” global_colors_info=”{}”] \nAre you thinking of starting a childcare business?  Or… perhaps you are in the early stages of operating a childcare business?  Our On Demand workshop\, “Starting a Child Care Business\,” is an excellent training that will help you in setting up your childcare business. \nDuring this 56-minute On Demand workshop\, you will learn: \n\nhow to develop your business idea;\nwhat licensing is required;\nthe parts of a Business Plan;\nthe different types of legal structures for the business;\noptions for financing your business;\nchildcare-specific business considerations; and\nhow the Alaska SBDC can help you every step of the way.\n\n[/et_pb_text][et_pb_divider _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_divider][et_pb_button button_url=”https://aksbdc.org/workshops/starting-a-childcare-business/” url_new_window=”on” button_text=”Information and registration HERE” button_alignment=”center” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” box_shadow_style=”preset1″ global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_button][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]
URL:https://akew.org/event/starting-a-childcare-business-in-alaska
LOCATION:Alaska\, AK\, United States
CATEGORIES:1. Idea,2. Pre-Profit,Online (Virtual),Workshops & Trainings
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://akew.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/sbdc.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250929T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250929T130000
DTSTAMP:20260417T111802
CREATED:20250828T222309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250928T001111Z
UID:10000029-1759145400-1759150800@akew.org
SUMMARY:AKEW Introduction / Kickoff Anchorage
DESCRIPTION:[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ custom_padding_last_edited=”off|desktop” admin_label=”Hero” _builder_version=”4.16″ use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_stops=”#ffffff 0%|#e7edf9 100%” background_color_gradient_start=”#ffffff” background_color_gradient_end=”#e7edf9″ custom_margin=”|||” custom_padding=”100px||100px|” custom_padding_tablet=”130px||130px|” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”title and illustration” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_margin=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ header_font=”Merriweather|700|||||||” header_font_size=”46px” header_line_height=”1.3em” custom_margin=”||0px|” animation_style=”flip” animation_direction=”top” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_text][et_pb_divider color=”#4646c4″ divider_position=”center” divider_weight=”2px” _builder_version=”4.16″ max_width=”90px” max_width_tablet=”12%” max_width_last_edited=”off|desktop” custom_margin=”|||” animation_style=”flip” animation_delay=”50ms” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_font=”||||||||” text_font_size=”20px” text_line_height=”1.8em” custom_margin=”25px|||” animation_style=”flip” animation_direction=”top” animation_delay=”100ms” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″] \nAlaska Entrepreneurship Week (AKEW) designed by and for Alaska’s entrepreneurs\, the week brings together founders\, students\, investors\, and support organizations to share knowledge\, build connections\, and spark new opportunities. From workshops and panels to networking mixers and pitch competitions\, AKEW highlights the energy of Alaska’s entrepreneurial ecosystem and the vital role it plays in shaping the state’s economic future. \nThe statewide Kickoff Event marks the official launch of the week\, setting the tone for days of collaboration and inspiration. This presentation brings together leaders\, partners\, and community members from across Alaska to unveil the vision for AKEW\, spotlight featured events\, and recognize the people driving entrepreneurial growth across the state. Attending the kickoff ensures you’re at the center of the conversation and connected to the many opportunities unfolding throughout the week. \nFOR IN PERSON\, register –>  here \nFacebook event  –>  here \nThe URL for virtual meeting is at the bottom of the page. \n[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2\,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#D6D6D6″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”] \nEvent organized by  \n[/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https://akew.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Chamber-Logo-white-text-300×176-1.png” title_text=”Chamber-Logo-white-text-300×176″ align=”center” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#D6D6D6″ global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”] \nEvent sponsored by \n[/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https://akew.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/EventSponsorMajor_COP_Alaska_DescriptorLogo_2023_1.png” title_text=”EventSponsorMajor_COP_Alaska_DescriptorLogo_2023_(1)” align=”center” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Speakers” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”90px||90px|” animation_style=”zoom” animation_intensity_zoom=”10%” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3\,2_3″ admin_label=”Pascual” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_margin=”|||” custom_padding=”40px|0px|40px|0px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”https://akew.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Pascual-Reig-Munoz-.jpeg” title_text=”Pascual-Reig-Munoz” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ custom_margin=”|||” custom_margin_tablet=”90px|||” custom_margin_last_edited=”off|desktop” always_center_on_mobile=”off” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_image][et_pb_social_media_follow _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_orientation=”center” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_social_media_follow_network social_network=”linkedin” url=”https://www.linkedin.com/in/pascualreig/” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ background_color=”#181819″ global_colors_info=”{}” follow_button=”off” url_new_window=”on”]linkedin[/et_pb_social_media_follow_network][/et_pb_social_media_follow][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”2_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_font=”||||||||” text_text_color=”#7e7f93″ text_font_size=”18px” header_font=”||||||||” header_3_font=”Merriweather|700|||||||” header_3_text_color=”#4646c4″ header_3_font_size=”36px” header_3_line_height=”1.4em” link_option_url=”https://www.linkedin.com/in/allancarraway/” link_option_url_new_window=”on” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”] \nPascual J. Reig\nBusiness Advisor\, SBDCStrategy & Operations Analyst\, REFocus \n[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_font=”||||||||” text_text_color=”#7e7f93″ text_font_size=”18px” header_font=”||||||||” header_3_font=”Merriweather|700|||||||” header_3_text_color=”#4646c4″ header_3_font_size=”36px” header_3_line_height=”1.4em” link_option_url=”https://www.linkedin.com/in/allancarraway/” link_option_url_new_window=”on” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”] \nPascual J. Reig is a business strategy and operations consultant at REFocus\, and an innovation leader known for helping organizations grow\, optimize\, and adapt. In his role as an advisor with the Alaska Small Business Development Center (SBDC)\, he works closely with entrepreneurs\, small business owners\, and support organizations across Alaska to strengthen operations\, unlock funding opportunities\, and build strategic clarity. \nWith a professional background that spans engineering\, real estate\, construction\, and consulting\, Pascual brings a cross-sector\, systems-thinking approach to every project\, and he did the same upon arrival in Alaska over a decade ago: he has played a key role in several high-impact initiatives\, including the revitalization of Alaska Entrepreneurship Week (AKEW) and the founding of Launch:Alaska\, where he served on the inaugural Board of Directors. \nBilingual and globally minded\, Pascual combines U.S. and European experience\, drawing on insights from technical industries\, customer service\, and his close connections to medical professionals in Spain. Whether building innovation programs\, designing AI-assisted business roadmaps\, or advising rural entrepreneurs\, Pascual approaches each challenge with creativity\, pragmatism\, and a commitment to meaningful impact. \n[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3\,2_3″ admin_label=”Norma” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_margin=”|||” custom_padding=”40px|0px|40px|0px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”https://akew.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Norma-M-Lucero.jpg” title_text=”Norma M Lucero” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ custom_margin=”|||” custom_margin_tablet=”90px|||” custom_margin_last_edited=”off|desktop” always_center_on_mobile=”off” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”2_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_font=”||||||||” text_text_color=”#7e7f93″ text_font_size=”18px” header_font=”||||||||” header_3_font=”Merriweather|700|||||||” header_3_text_color=”#4646c4″ header_3_font_size=”36px” header_3_line_height=”1.4em” link_option_url=”https://www.linkedin.com/in/allancarraway/” link_option_url_new_window=”on” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”] \nNorma M. Lucero\nDeputy Director\, AGC Alaska \n[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_font=”||||||||” text_text_color=”#7e7f93″ text_font_size=”18px” header_font=”||||||||” header_3_font=”Merriweather|700|||||||” header_3_text_color=”#4646c4″ header_3_font_size=”36px” header_3_line_height=”1.4em” link_option_url=”https://www.linkedin.com/in/allancarraway/” link_option_url_new_window=”on” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”] \nNorma M. Lucero serves as the Deputy Director of The Associated General Contractors of Alaska. Norma joined AGC AK from the Small Business Administration\, where she served as the Economic Development Specialist / Public Information Officer\, leading the SBA in its mission to empower individuals to start\, grow\, expand\, and recover their business.Prior to that\, Norma played an instrumental role as the Statewide DBE and OJT Program Manager at the State of Alaska DOT&PF Civil Rights Office in revamping and transforming business and workforce development initiatives into programs of excellence and and program templates for best practices at the national level.Norma enjoys spending time exploring the outdoors with her family\, traveling and mentoring youth. \n[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3\,2_3″ admin_label=”Ricky” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ custom_margin=”|||” custom_padding=”40px|0px|40px|0px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”https://akew.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Ricky-Tejapaibul.png” title_text=”Ricky Tejapaibul” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ custom_margin=”|||” custom_margin_tablet=”90px|||” custom_margin_last_edited=”off|desktop” always_center_on_mobile=”off” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_image][et_pb_social_media_follow _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_orientation=”center” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_social_media_follow_network social_network=”linkedin” url=”https://www.linkedin.com/in/rickyteja/” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ background_color=”#181819″ global_colors_info=”{}” follow_button=”off” url_new_window=”on”]linkedin[/et_pb_social_media_follow_network][/et_pb_social_media_follow][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”2_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_font=”||||||||” text_text_color=”#7e7f93″ text_font_size=”18px” header_font=”||||||||” header_3_font=”Merriweather|700|||||||” header_3_text_color=”#4646c4″ header_3_font_size=”36px” header_3_line_height=”1.4em” link_option_url=”https://www.linkedin.com/in/allancarraway/” link_option_url_new_window=”on” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”] \nRicky Tejapaibul\nManaging Partner and CEO\n[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”] \nRicky 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[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3\,2_3″ admin_label=”Ginny” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_margin=”|||” custom_padding=”40px|0px|40px|0px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”https://akew.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Ginny-Grabowski-1.jpg” title_text=”Ginny-Grabowski” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ custom_margin=”|||” custom_margin_tablet=”90px|||” custom_margin_last_edited=”off|desktop” always_center_on_mobile=”off” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”2_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_font=”||||||||” text_text_color=”#7e7f93″ text_font_size=”18px” header_font=”||||||||” header_3_font=”Merriweather|700|||||||” header_3_text_color=”#4646c4″ header_3_font_size=”36px” header_3_line_height=”1.4em” link_option_url=”https://www.linkedin.com/in/allancarraway/” link_option_url_new_window=”on” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”] \nGinny Grabowski\nBusiness Advisor\, Anchorage SBDC \n[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_font=”||||||||” text_text_color=”#7e7f93″ text_font_size=”18px” header_font=”||||||||” header_3_font=”Merriweather|700|||||||” header_3_text_color=”#4646c4″ header_3_font_size=”36px” header_3_line_height=”1.4em” link_option_url=”https://www.linkedin.com/in/allancarraway/” link_option_url_new_window=”on” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”] \nGinny 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. \nGinny’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. \nGinny’s ventures have emphasized the importance of a user-centric approach\, leveraging technology through website development\, social media marketing\, and app development to enhance customer experience and engagement. \nGinny arrived in Alaska in 2002 and lost her heart to Alaska while working in the tourist industry in and around Denali National Park. In her downtime you’ll find her running\, cycling\, skiing\, or dancing to live music with her husband all over Southcentral Alaska. \n[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3\,2_3″ admin_label=”Nolan” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_margin=”|||” custom_padding=”40px|0px|40px|0px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”https://akew.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/NolanKlouda.jpg” title_text=”NolanKlouda” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ custom_margin=”|||” custom_margin_tablet=”90px|||” custom_margin_last_edited=”off|desktop” always_center_on_mobile=”off” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”2_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_font=”||||||||” text_text_color=”#7e7f93″ text_font_size=”18px” header_font=”||||||||” header_3_font=”Merriweather|700|||||||” header_3_text_color=”#4646c4″ header_3_font_size=”36px” header_3_line_height=”1.4em” link_option_url=”https://www.linkedin.com/in/allancarraway/” link_option_url_new_window=”on” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”] \nNolan Klouda\n[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_font=”||||||||” text_text_color=”#7e7f93″ text_font_size=”18px” header_font=”||||||||” header_3_font=”Merriweather|700|||||||” header_3_text_color=”#4646c4″ header_3_font_size=”36px” header_3_line_height=”1.4em” link_option_url=”https://www.linkedin.com/in/allancarraway/” link_option_url_new_window=”on” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”] \nNolan Klouda is the Policy Director for the office of Mayor Suzanne LaFrance. In that capacity\, his portfolio includes state and federal relations\, economic development\, housing\, and fiscal policy. \nHe lives in Anchorage with his partner\, Michelle\, and two children: Cecilia and Winston. \n[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3\,2_3″ admin_label=”Calvin” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_margin=”|||” custom_padding=”40px|0px|40px|0px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”https://akew.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Calvin-C.-Headshots-0139_websize-1.jpg” title_text=”Calvin C.” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ custom_margin=”|||” custom_margin_tablet=”90px|||” custom_margin_last_edited=”off|desktop” always_center_on_mobile=”off” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”2_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_font=”||||||||” text_text_color=”#7e7f93″ text_font_size=”18px” header_font=”||||||||” header_3_font=”Merriweather|700|||||||” header_3_text_color=”#4646c4″ header_3_font_size=”36px” header_3_line_height=”1.4em” link_option_url=”https://www.linkedin.com/in/allancarraway/” link_option_url_new_window=”on” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”] \nCalvin Chang\nDirector 49 State Angel Fund \n[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_font=”||||||||” text_text_color=”#7e7f93″ text_font_size=”18px” header_font=”||||||||” header_3_font=”Merriweather|700|||||||” header_3_text_color=”#4646c4″ header_3_font_size=”36px” header_3_line_height=”1.4em” link_option_url=”https://www.linkedin.com/in/allancarraway/” link_option_url_new_window=”on” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”] \nCalvin 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.\n \nHe 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. \n[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]
URL:https://akew.org/event/akew-anchorage-introduction-kickoff
LOCATION:Petroleum Club of Anchorage\, 3301 C St.\, Ste. 120\, Anchorage\, AK\, 99503\, United States
CATEGORIES:1. Idea,2. Pre-Profit,3. Profit,4. Growth,5. Exit,Business Stage,Community & Culture-Focused,Hybrid,In-Person,Networking & Community,Networking, Mixers & Social,Online (Virtual),Panels & Fireside Chats
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://akew.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/kick-off-Anchorage2.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Alaska Entrepreneurship Week Team":MAILTO:contact@akew.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250929T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250929T130000
DTSTAMP:20260417T111802
CREATED:20250828T012519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T020256Z
UID:10000012-1759147200-1759150800@akew.org
SUMMARY:Starting a Business
DESCRIPTION:[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ custom_padding_last_edited=”off|desktop” admin_label=”Hero” _builder_version=”4.16″ use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_stops=”#ffffff 0%|#e7edf9 100%” background_color_gradient_start=”#ffffff” background_color_gradient_end=”#e7edf9″ custom_margin=”|||” custom_padding=”100px||100px|” custom_padding_tablet=”130px||130px|” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2\,1_2″ admin_label=”title and illustration” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_margin=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_font=”||||||||” text_font_size=”20px” text_line_height=”1.8em” custom_margin=”25px|||” animation_style=”flip” animation_direction=”top” animation_delay=”100ms” global_colors_info=”{}”] \nAre you thinking about starting your own business?   \nThis workshop was designed just for you! \n[/et_pb_text][et_pb_divider color=”#4646c4″ divider_position=”center” divider_weight=”2px” _builder_version=”4.16″ max_width=”90px” max_width_tablet=”12%” max_width_last_edited=”off|desktop” custom_margin=”|||” animation_style=”flip” animation_delay=”50ms” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ header_font=”Merriweather|700|||||||” header_font_size=”46px” header_line_height=”1.3em” custom_margin=”||0px|” animation_style=”flip” animation_direction=”top” global_colors_info=”{}”] \nDuring 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: \n\nbusiness licensing;\nlegal forms of business;\nbusiness record-keeping;\nhiring employees;\nbusiness planning; and\naccess to financing.\n\n  \nMore info: HERE \n[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”https://akew.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/sbdc.jpg” title_text=”sbdc” force_fullwidth=”on” align_tablet=”center” align_phone=”center” align_last_edited=”on|desktop” admin_label=”illustration” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ animation_style=”slide” animation_direction=”right” animation_intensity_slide=”10%” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Speakers” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”90px||90px|” animation_style=”zoom” animation_intensity_zoom=”10%” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3\,2_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_margin=”|||” custom_padding=”40px|0px|40px|0px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”https://akew.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Ginny-Grabowski-1.jpg” title_text=”Ginny-Grabowski” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ custom_margin=”|||” custom_margin_tablet=”90px|||” custom_margin_last_edited=”off|desktop” always_center_on_mobile=”off” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”2_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_font=”||||||||” text_text_color=”#7e7f93″ text_font_size=”18px” header_font=”||||||||” header_3_font=”Merriweather|700|||||||” header_3_text_color=”#4646c4″ header_3_font_size=”36px” header_3_line_height=”1.4em” link_option_url=”https://www.linkedin.com/in/allancarraway/” link_option_url_new_window=”on” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”] \nGinny Grabowski\nAlaska SBDC  Business Advisor \n[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_font=”||||||||” text_font_size=”18px” text_line_height=”1.8em” global_colors_info=”{}”] \nGinny 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. \nGinny’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. \n[more] \n[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]
URL:https://akew.org/event/starting-a-business
LOCATION:Small Business Development Center – Anchorage\, 1901 Bragaw St Suite 199\, Anchorage\, AK\, 99508\, 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:20250929T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250929T131500
DTSTAMP:20260417T111802
CREATED:20250828T020106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250928T003534Z
UID:10000018-1759147200-1759151700@akew.org
SUMMARY:Schedule C and Other Small Business Taxes
DESCRIPTION:[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ custom_padding_last_edited=”off|desktop” admin_label=”Hero” _builder_version=”4.16″ use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_stops=”#ffffff 0%|#e7edf9 100%” background_color_gradient_start=”#ffffff” background_color_gradient_end=”#e7edf9″ custom_margin=”|||” custom_padding=”100px||100px|” custom_padding_tablet=”130px||130px|” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2\,1_2″ admin_label=”title and illustration” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_margin=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_font=”||||||||” text_font_size=”20px” text_line_height=”1.8em” custom_margin=”25px|||” animation_style=”flip” animation_direction=”top” animation_delay=”100ms” global_colors_info=”{}”] \nDo you know how to report your business income and maximize deductions on your tax return? \n[/et_pb_text][et_pb_divider color=”#4646c4″ divider_position=”center” divider_weight=”2px” _builder_version=”4.16″ max_width=”90px” max_width_tablet=”12%” max_width_last_edited=”off|desktop” custom_margin=”|||” animation_style=”flip” animation_delay=”50ms” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ header_font=”Merriweather|700|||||||” header_font_size=”46px” header_line_height=”1.3em” custom_margin=”||0px|” animation_style=”flip” animation_direction=”top” global_colors_info=”{}”] \nThis FREE Live Webinar on “Schedule C and Other Small Business Taxes” is designed for sole proprietors\, self-employed individuals\, and gig economy workers. This session will walk you through the process of reporting income and expenses using IRS Schedule C\, and highlight other key small business tax considerations. \nPresented by David Higgins\, Tax Specialist at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS)\, this workshop offers a step-by-step guide to completing Schedule C and understanding which expenses are deductible. You’ll also learn about important updates from the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act\, how to handle bartering income\, and how certain deductions flow to your individual tax return. \nIf you’re a small business owner preparing for tax season\, this training will help you report income accurately and take advantage of the deductions available to you. \nTopics covered in this training include: \n\nUnderstanding the Qualified Business Income (Section 199A) Deduction.\nCompleting Schedule C\, Part I:\n\nGross Receipts.\nReturns and Allowances.\nCost of Goods Sold.\nGross Profit and Gross Income.\nBartering income.\n\n\nCompleting Schedule C\, Part II:\n\nCar and Truck Expenses.\nDepreciation and expensing under the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017.\nLegal\, professional\, and office expenses.\nSupplies.\nTravel\, meals\, and entertainment.\n\n\nCalculating Net Profit or Loss.\nReporting possible deductions on Form 1040.\n\nMore info & registration: HERE \n[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”https://akew.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/sbdc.jpg” title_text=”sbdc” force_fullwidth=”on” align_tablet=”center” align_phone=”center” align_last_edited=”on|desktop” admin_label=”illustration” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ animation_style=”slide” animation_direction=”right” animation_intensity_slide=”10%” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Speakers” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”90px||90px|” animation_style=”zoom” animation_intensity_zoom=”10%” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3\,2_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_margin=”|||” custom_padding=”40px|0px|40px|0px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”https://akew.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/headshot-2025-David-Higgins.jpg” title_text=”headshot-2025-David-Higgins” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ custom_margin=”|||” custom_margin_tablet=”90px|||” custom_margin_last_edited=”off|desktop” always_center_on_mobile=”off” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”2_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_font=”||||||||” text_text_color=”#7e7f93″ text_font_size=”18px” header_font=”||||||||” header_3_font=”Merriweather|700|||||||” header_3_text_color=”#4646c4″ header_3_font_size=”36px” header_3_line_height=”1.4em” link_option_url=”https://www.linkedin.com/in/allancarraway/” link_option_url_new_window=”on” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”] \nDavid Higgins\nTax Specialist at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) \n[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_font=”||||||||” text_font_size=”18px” text_line_height=”1.8em” global_colors_info=”{}”] \nDavid Higgins works for the IRS in the Communications and Liaison Division as a Tax Specialist in Seattle\, WA. David serves as the primary IRS contact to community\, industry\, and business organizations throughout Washington and Alaska. David educates on a variety of tax topics to all taxpayer communities\, including employers\, community groups\, small business resource partners and tax practitioner organizations. \nDavid began his career with the Internal Revenue Service in 2010 in Taxpayer Service\, education\, compliance\, and tax law. Before joining the IRS\, David served in the US Census providing outreach to community groups. \n[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]
URL:https://akew.org/event/schedule-c-and-other-small-business-taxes
LOCATION:Alaska\, AK\, United States
CATEGORIES:1. Idea,2. Pre-Profit,3. Profit,4. Growth,5. Exit,Online (Virtual),Resource Fairs & Info Sessions,Resources & Ecosystem,Workshops & Trainings
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://akew.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/sbdc.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250929T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250929T153000
DTSTAMP:20260417T111802
CREATED:20250903T022324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T235802Z
UID:10000032-1759152600-1759159800@akew.org
SUMMARY:AKEW Introduction / Kickoff Statewide - online
DESCRIPTION:[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ custom_padding_last_edited=”off|desktop” admin_label=”Hero” _builder_version=”4.16″ use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_stops=”#ffffff 0%|#e7edf9 100%” background_color_gradient_start=”#ffffff” background_color_gradient_end=”#e7edf9″ custom_margin=”|||” custom_padding=”100px||100px|” custom_padding_tablet=”130px||130px|” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”title and illustration” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_margin=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ header_font=”Merriweather|700|||||||” header_font_size=”46px” header_line_height=”1.3em” custom_margin=”||0px|” animation_style=”flip” animation_direction=”top” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_text][et_pb_divider color=”#4646c4″ divider_position=”center” divider_weight=”2px” _builder_version=”4.16″ max_width=”90px” max_width_tablet=”12%” max_width_last_edited=”off|desktop” custom_margin=”|||” animation_style=”flip” animation_delay=”50ms” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_font=”||||||||” text_font_size=”20px” text_line_height=”1.8em” custom_margin=”25px|||” animation_style=”flip” animation_direction=”top” animation_delay=”100ms” global_colors_info=”{}”] \nAlaska Entrepreneurship Week (AKEW) designed by and for Alaska’s entrepreneurs\, the week brings together founders\, students\, investors\, and support organizations to share knowledge\, build connections\, and spark new opportunities. From workshops and panels to networking mixers and pitch competitions\, AKEW highlights the energy of Alaska’s entrepreneurial ecosystem and the vital role it plays in shaping the state’s economic future. \nThe statewide Kickoff Event marks the official launch of the week\, setting the tone for days of collaboration and inspiration. This presentation brings together leaders\, partners\, and community members from across Alaska to unveil the vision for AKEW\, spotlight featured events\, and recognize the people driving entrepreneurial growth across the state. Attending the kickoff ensures you’re at the center of the conversation and connected to the many opportunities unfolding throughout the week. \n  \nTo see the recording\, click HERE \n[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Speakers” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”90px||90px|” animation_style=”zoom” animation_intensity_zoom=”10%” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3\,2_3″ admin_label=”Pascual” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_margin=”|||” custom_padding=”40px|0px|40px|0px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”https://akew.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Pascual-Reig-Munoz-.jpeg” title_text=”Pascual-Reig-Munoz” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ custom_margin=”|||” custom_margin_tablet=”90px|||” custom_margin_last_edited=”off|desktop” always_center_on_mobile=”off” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_image][et_pb_social_media_follow _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_orientation=”center” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_social_media_follow_network social_network=”linkedin” url=”https://www.linkedin.com/in/pascualreig/” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ background_color=”#181819″ global_colors_info=”{}” follow_button=”off” url_new_window=”on”]linkedin[/et_pb_social_media_follow_network][/et_pb_social_media_follow][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”2_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_font=”||||||||” text_text_color=”#7e7f93″ text_font_size=”18px” header_font=”||||||||” header_3_font=”Merriweather|700|||||||” header_3_text_color=”#4646c4″ header_3_font_size=”36px” header_3_line_height=”1.4em” link_option_url=”https://www.linkedin.com/in/allancarraway/” link_option_url_new_window=”on” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”] \nPascual J. Reig\nBusiness Advisor\, SBDC\nStrategy & Operations Analyst\, REFocus\n[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_font=”||||||||” text_text_color=”#7e7f93″ text_font_size=”18px” header_font=”||||||||” header_3_font=”Merriweather|700|||||||” header_3_text_color=”#4646c4″ header_3_font_size=”36px” header_3_line_height=”1.4em” link_option_url=”https://www.linkedin.com/in/allancarraway/” link_option_url_new_window=”on” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]Pascual J. Reig is a business strategy and operations consultant at REFocus\, and an innovation leader known for helping organizations grow\, optimize\, and adapt. In his role as an advisor with the Alaska Small Business Development Center (SBDC)\, he works closely with entrepreneurs\, small business owners\, and support organizations across Alaska to strengthen operations\, unlock funding opportunities\, and build strategic clarity. \nWith a professional background that spans engineering\, real estate\, construction\, and consulting\, Pascual brings a cross-sector\, systems-thinking approach to every project\, and he did the same upon arrival in Alaska over a decade ago: he has played a key role in several high-impact initiatives\, including the revitalization of Alaska Entrepreneurship Week (AKEW) and the founding of Launch:Alaska\, where he served on the inaugural Board of Directors. \nBilingual and globally minded\, Pascual combines U.S. and European experience\, drawing on insights from technical industries\, customer service\, and his close connections to medical professionals in Spain. Whether building innovation programs\, designing AI-assisted business roadmaps\, or advising rural entrepreneurs\, Pascual approaches each challenge with creativity\, pragmatism\, and a commitment to meaningful impact.\n[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3\,2_3″ admin_label=”Norma” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_margin=”|||” custom_padding=”40px|0px|40px|0px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”https://akew.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Norma-M-Lucero.jpg” title_text=”Norma M Lucero” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ custom_margin=”|||” custom_margin_tablet=”90px|||” custom_margin_last_edited=”off|desktop” always_center_on_mobile=”off” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”2_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_font=”||||||||” text_text_color=”#7e7f93″ text_font_size=”18px” header_font=”||||||||” header_3_font=”Merriweather|700|||||||” header_3_text_color=”#4646c4″ header_3_font_size=”36px” header_3_line_height=”1.4em” link_option_url=”https://www.linkedin.com/in/allancarraway/” link_option_url_new_window=”on” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”] \nNorma M. Lucero\nDeputy Director\, AGC Alaska\n[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_font=”||||||||” text_text_color=”#7e7f93″ text_font_size=”18px” header_font=”||||||||” header_3_font=”Merriweather|700|||||||” header_3_text_color=”#4646c4″ header_3_font_size=”36px” header_3_line_height=”1.4em” link_option_url=”https://www.linkedin.com/in/allancarraway/” link_option_url_new_window=”on” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”] \nNorma M. Lucero serves as the Deputy Director of The Associated General Contractors of Alaska. Norma joined AGC AK from the Small Business Administration\, where she served as the Economic Development Specialist / Public Information Officer\, leading the SBA in its mission to empower individuals to start\, grow\, expand\, and recover their business.Prior to that\, Norma played an instrumental role as the Statewide DBE and OJT Program Manager at the State of Alaska DOT&PF Civil Rights Office in revamping and transforming business and workforce development initiatives into programs of excellence and and program templates for best practices at the national level.Norma enjoys spending time exploring the outdoors with her family\, traveling and mentoring youth. \n[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3\,2_3″ admin_label=”Ricky” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ custom_margin=”|||” custom_padding=”40px|0px|40px|0px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”https://akew.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Ricky-Tejapaibul.png” title_text=”Ricky Tejapaibul” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ custom_margin=”|||” custom_margin_tablet=”90px|||” custom_margin_last_edited=”off|desktop” always_center_on_mobile=”off” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_image][et_pb_social_media_follow _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_orientation=”center” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_social_media_follow_network social_network=”linkedin” url=”https://www.linkedin.com/in/rickyteja/” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ background_color=”#181819″ global_colors_info=”{}” follow_button=”off” url_new_window=”on”]linkedin[/et_pb_social_media_follow_network][/et_pb_social_media_follow][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”2_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_font=”||||||||” text_text_color=”#7e7f93″ text_font_size=”18px” header_font=”||||||||” header_3_font=”Merriweather|700|||||||” header_3_text_color=”#4646c4″ header_3_font_size=”36px” header_3_line_height=”1.4em” link_option_url=”https://www.linkedin.com/in/allancarraway/” link_option_url_new_window=”on” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”] \nRicky Tejapaibul\nManaging Partner and CEO\n[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]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.\nRicky 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[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3\,2_3″ admin_label=”Peter” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_margin=”|||” custom_padding=”40px|0px|40px|0px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”https://akew.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Peter-Webley-s.jpg” title_text=”Peter Webley s” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ custom_margin=”|||” custom_margin_tablet=”90px|||” custom_margin_last_edited=”off|desktop” always_center_on_mobile=”off” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_image][et_pb_social_media_follow _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_social_media_follow_network social_network=”linkedin” url=”https://www.linkedin.com/in/peterwebley/” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#007bb6″ global_colors_info=”{}” follow_button=”off” url_new_window=”on”]linkedin[/et_pb_social_media_follow_network][/et_pb_social_media_follow][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”2_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_font=”||||||||” text_text_color=”#7e7f93″ text_font_size=”18px” header_font=”||||||||” header_3_font=”Merriweather|700|||||||” header_3_text_color=”#4646c4″ header_3_font_size=”36px” header_3_line_height=”1.4em” link_option_url=”https://www.linkedin.com/in/allancarraway/” link_option_url_new_window=”on” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”] \nPeter Webley\nResearch Professor\, Director (Center ICE)\, and Associate Director of Research (ACUASI) at University of Alaska Fairbanks\n[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_font=”||||||||” text_text_color=”#7e7f93″ text_font_size=”18px” header_font=”||||||||” header_3_font=”Merriweather|700|||||||” header_3_text_color=”#4646c4″ header_3_font_size=”36px” header_3_line_height=”1.4em” link_option_url=”https://www.linkedin.com/in/allancarraway/” link_option_url_new_window=”on” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]In Peter’s words “I have a passion for business development and technology transfer from an academic environment into the private sector. I am a Research Professor of Remote Sensing as well as the Associate Director of Research at the Alaska Center for Unmanned Aircraft Systems Integration (ACUASI)\, Geophysical Institute\, UAF. As well as Interim Director of UAF’s Center for Innovation\, Commercialization\, and Entrepreneurship (Center-ICE) and lead the instruction of the NSF funded I-Corps site program as well as managing the summer-based Students to Startups program. \nI was the Vice-President of UAF’s first start-up\, V-ADAPT\, Inc.\, formed in 2013 and have successfully licensed intellectual property\, been awarded small business innovation research projects and a US patent as well as been inducted into the State of Alaska Innovators Hall of Fame 2016 – 2017 class. \nMy research interests include volcanic ash cloud modeling\, use of unmanned aircraft systems for geoscience applications\, connecting emergency managers with real-time remote sensing data\, developing decision support tools\, real-time monitoring of volcanic activity\, and remote sensing of volcanic processes. My aim is to provide tools and products for hazard assessment and risk mitigation. \n1st Pioneer Awardee from the Arctic Innovation Competition\, CBSM\, UAF”\n[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3\,2_3″ admin_label=”Ginny” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_margin=”|||” custom_padding=”40px|0px|40px|0px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”https://akew.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Ginny-Grabowski-1.jpg” title_text=”Ginny-Grabowski” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ custom_margin=”|||” custom_margin_tablet=”90px|||” custom_margin_last_edited=”off|desktop” always_center_on_mobile=”off” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”2_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_font=”||||||||” text_text_color=”#7e7f93″ text_font_size=”18px” header_font=”||||||||” header_3_font=”Merriweather|700|||||||” header_3_text_color=”#4646c4″ header_3_font_size=”36px” header_3_line_height=”1.4em” link_option_url=”https://www.linkedin.com/in/allancarraway/” link_option_url_new_window=”on” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”] \nGinny Grabowski\nBusiness Advisor\, Anchorage SBDC\n[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_font=”||||||||” text_text_color=”#7e7f93″ text_font_size=”18px” header_font=”||||||||” header_3_font=”Merriweather|700|||||||” header_3_text_color=”#4646c4″ header_3_font_size=”36px” header_3_line_height=”1.4em” link_option_url=”https://www.linkedin.com/in/allancarraway/” link_option_url_new_window=”on” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]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. \nGinny’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. \nGinny’s ventures have emphasized the importance of a user-centric approach\, leveraging technology through website development\, social media marketing\, and app development to enhance customer experience and engagement. \nGinny arrived in Alaska in 2002 and lost her heart to Alaska while working in the tourist industry in and around Denali National Park. In her downtime you’ll find her running\, cycling\, skiing\, or dancing to live music with her husband all over Southcentral Alaska.\n[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3\,2_3″ admin_label=”Sandy” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_margin=”|||” custom_padding=”40px|0px|40px|0px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”https://akew.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Sandy-Hussain-Staff.jpg” title_text=”Sandy-Hussain-Staff” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ custom_margin=”|||” custom_margin_tablet=”90px|||” custom_margin_last_edited=”off|desktop” always_center_on_mobile=”off” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”2_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_font=”||||||||” text_text_color=”#7e7f93″ text_font_size=”18px” header_font=”||||||||” header_3_font=”Merriweather|700|||||||” header_3_text_color=”#4646c4″ header_3_font_size=”36px” header_3_line_height=”1.4em” link_option_url=”https://www.linkedin.com/in/allancarraway/” link_option_url_new_window=”on” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”] \nSandy Hussain\nJuneau Center Director\n[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_font=”||||||||” text_text_color=”#7e7f93″ text_font_size=”18px” header_font=”||||||||” header_3_font=”Merriweather|700|||||||” header_3_text_color=”#4646c4″ header_3_font_size=”36px” header_3_line_height=”1.4em” link_option_url=”https://www.linkedin.com/in/allancarraway/” link_option_url_new_window=”on” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]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.\n[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3\,2_3″ admin_label=”Kelly” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_margin=”|||” custom_padding=”40px|0px|40px|0px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”https://akew.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/KellyAnn.jpeg” title_text=”KellyAnn” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ custom_margin=”|||” custom_margin_tablet=”90px|||” custom_margin_last_edited=”off|desktop” always_center_on_mobile=”off” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”2_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_font=”||||||||” text_text_color=”#7e7f93″ text_font_size=”18px” header_font=”||||||||” header_3_font=”Merriweather|700|||||||” header_3_text_color=”#4646c4″ header_3_font_size=”36px” header_3_line_height=”1.4em” link_option_url=”https://www.linkedin.com/in/allancarraway/” link_option_url_new_window=”on” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”] \nKelly Ann Cavaretta\nSeward Business Advisor\, SBDC \n[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_font=”||||||||” text_text_color=”#7e7f93″ text_font_size=”18px” header_font=”||||||||” header_3_font=”Merriweather|700|||||||” header_3_text_color=”#4646c4″ header_3_font_size=”36px” header_3_line_height=”1.4em” link_option_url=”https://www.linkedin.com/in/allancarraway/” link_option_url_new_window=”on” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”] \nKelly Ann supports entrepreneurs in Seward by offering guidance in startup strategy\, growth planning\, and sustainable operations. She earned her MBA from the University of Alaska Fairbanks in 2025\, further deepening her expertise in business strategy\, leadership\, and economic development.\n  \nIn addition to her advisory role at SBDC\, Kelly Ann is a commercial real estate investor\, committed to building community-oriented spaces and supporting local economic resilience.  Kelly Ann is the founder and owner of Salted Roots\, a boutique hospitality brand with locations in both Seward and Anchorage. She also owns and operates the Flamingo Cocktail Lounge\, a vibrant downtown Seward commercial building with a full-service restaurant and residential tenants.\n[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3\,2_3″ admin_label=”Prnsis” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_margin=”|||” custom_padding=”40px|0px|40px|0px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”https://akew.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Prnsis-Bay-s-e1753216487282.jpg” title_text=”Prnsis Bay s” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ custom_margin=”|||” custom_margin_tablet=”90px|||” custom_margin_last_edited=”off|desktop” always_center_on_mobile=”off” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”2_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_font=”||||||||” text_text_color=”#7e7f93″ text_font_size=”18px” header_font=”||||||||” header_3_font=”Merriweather|700|||||||” header_3_text_color=”#4646c4″ header_3_font_size=”36px” header_3_line_height=”1.4em” link_option_url=”https://www.linkedin.com/in/allancarraway/” link_option_url_new_window=”on” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”] \nPRNsis Bay\nOwner Diamond VIP Services \n[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_font=”||||||||” text_text_color=”#7e7f93″ text_font_size=”18px” header_font=”||||||||” header_3_font=”Merriweather|700|||||||” header_3_text_color=”#4646c4″ header_3_font_size=”36px” header_3_line_height=”1.4em” link_option_url=”https://www.linkedin.com/in/allancarraway/” link_option_url_new_window=”on” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”] \nPRNsis Bay\, leads a multifaceted career dedicated to entertainment\, community engagement\, and making a positive impact. \nShe has been in business since 2016 and over the years has established herself in the community and abroad as an executive media producer\, brand ambassador\, Red Carpet hostess\, TV show personality\, and Emcee hosting events.  \nPRNsis Bay’s public figure brand along with so many multifaceted endeavors and collaborations\, offers all of the projects she is a part of the benefit of a comprehensive array of skills including community outreach\, entertainment\, as well as promotional and marketing experience and services. \n[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]
URL:https://akew.org/event/akew-statewide-introduction-kickoff-online
LOCATION:Alaska\, AK\, United States
CATEGORIES:1. Idea,2. Pre-Profit,3. Profit,4. Growth,5. Exit,Business Stage,Community & Culture-Focused,Hybrid,In-Person,Networking & Community,Networking, Mixers & Social,Online (Virtual),Panels & Fireside Chats
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://akew.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/ChatGPT-Image-Aug-28-2025-02_07_30-PM.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Alaska Entrepreneurship Week Team":MAILTO:contact@akew.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250929T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250929T160000
DTSTAMP:20260417T111802
CREATED:20250926T183857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250926T183904Z
UID:10000476-1759154400-1759161600@akew.org
SUMMARY:SCORE: When Banks Say No
DESCRIPTION:[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ custom_padding_last_edited=”off|desktop” admin_label=”Hero” _builder_version=”4.16″ use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_stops=”#ffffff 0%|#e7edf9 100%” background_color_gradient_start=”#ffffff” background_color_gradient_end=”#e7edf9″ custom_margin=”|||” custom_padding=”100px||100px|” custom_padding_tablet=”130px||130px|” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_font=”||||||||” text_font_size=”20px” text_line_height=”1.8em” custom_margin=”25px|||” animation_style=”flip” animation_direction=”top” animation_delay=”100ms” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″] \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\nDid your small business loan request get denied? You’re not alone — but a “no” doesn’t have to stop you.\n \n\n\nJoin funding expert Boyd Karren to learn:\n Alternative funding options banks don’t offer\n How to find the right loan solution for your business\n Steps to secure funding and grow with confidence\n \n\n\n Hope. Understanding. Direction. Get the tools to keep moving forward.\n \n————————–\n\n\n\n\nIt’s tough for small businesses to get funding. In fact\, 80-85% of small business loan requests are denied by banks. So\, what’s a small business owner to do when the bank says no? Find alternative funding sources! “When Banks Say No” provides an overview of alternative funding options for small business owners who need money to start\, support or grow their businesses. \nTakeaways from and Benefits of Attending “When Banks Say No”: \n1.    Hope! A “no” from the bank is not the end of the road. There are many options available for nearly any business situation. \n2.    Understanding! We’ll explain many funding options that banks just don’t offer. One might be just what you need! \n3.    Direction! When you identify one or two loan options that work for you\, you can take the steps towards acquiring that money to start or support or grow your business. \n  \nOur Presenter\, Boyd Karren: \nBoyd is “a serial entrepreneur”. He loves the world of small business and believes deeply that small business ownership is the key to strong communities. \nBoyd has earned two master’s degrees in business: an MBA from Indiana University\, and a Master of Global Management degree from the Thunderbird School of Global Management. \nHe became a business loan broker and started Otro Financial after experiencing his own difficulties in finding funding for his small business opportunities. \nWhile living in Texas\, Boyd had a “Field of Dreams moment” in which the voices in the corn told him to move to Florida\, which he did\, bringing Otro Financial with him. \nBoyd and his wife\, Kristi\, will celebrate 30 years of marriage this August. They are the parents of four children\, and as of last August\, they became empty nesters. He is loving this new phase of life while they wait semi-patiently for grandchildren. In his free time\, you will find him and his wife enjoying tacos\, road trips\, or just sitting in chairs at the beach\, relaxing. \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n \n\n\n\n\n \n[/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=”https://cflbizlink.com/event/score-when-banks-say-no-2/” url_new_window=”on” button_text=” Additional information and registration:   HERE” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″][/et_pb_button][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]
URL:https://akew.org/event/score-when-banks-say-no
LOCATION:
CATEGORIES:1. Idea,2. Pre-Profit,3. Profit,4. Growth,Keynotes & Talks,Online (Virtual),Resource Fairs & Info Sessions
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://akew.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/555407429_1218300200328880_7122231590173858473_n.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250929T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250929T163000
DTSTAMP:20260417T111802
CREATED:20250919T025548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T004058Z
UID:10000438-1759159800-1759163400@akew.org
SUMMARY:National Science Foundation's Innovation Corps NorthWest Hub
DESCRIPTION:[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ custom_padding_last_edited=”off|desktop” admin_label=”Hero” _builder_version=”4.16″ use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_stops=”#ffffff 0%|#e7edf9 100%” background_color_gradient_start=”#ffffff” background_color_gradient_end=”#e7edf9″ custom_margin=”|||” custom_padding=”100px||100px|” custom_padding_tablet=”130px||130px|” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”title and illustration” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_margin=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ header_font=”Merriweather|700|||||||” header_font_size=”46px” header_line_height=”1.3em” custom_margin=”||0px|” animation_style=”flip” animation_direction=”top” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″] \n\n\n\nAre you a researcher\, innovator\, or aspiring entrepreneur sitting on a brilliant idea that could change the world? Instead of thinking of what your market needs\, you can be out there\, engaging with potential customers\, unearthing critical insights\, and understanding the demand for your innovation. For those looking to validate an idea or iterate to build something people want\, customer discovery is a must. This is your feedback loop\, if you want your startup to grow and scale. \nCome learn more about the National Science Foundation’s Innovation Corps Northwest Region Hub. The training programs through the Hub team gives you the skills to learn how to validate your assumptions\, pivot when necessary\, and build a robust pathway from discovery to viable solution. It’s an intensive\, hands-on program designed to rocket your groundbreaking concepts from the lab into the real world. \n \nMore info & Registration: HERE\n \nFor Researchers & StudentsReady to take your idea out of the lab? Join us for a panel on the I-Corps program. This is your chance to learn directly from industry professionals and find out how the Northwest Region Hub can provide you the training to understand end-user needs and expand the impact of your proposed solution\n \nAbout I-Corps\nThe I-Corps program is a unique opportunity to gain practical experience and professional development that goes beyond traditional academic training. It’s a chance to take your groundbreaking research or innovative ideas out of the lab and into the real world. By participating\, you’ll learn a rigorous\, hands-on methodology for customer discovery\, which is the process of interviewing potential customers to validate whether your innovation truly solves a problem for them. This training is crucial because it helps you build an evidence-based commercialization strategy and prevents you from spending years developing a product no one wants. The program provides you with access to a network of mentors and industry professionals who can provide invaluable feedback\, helping you refine your idea and understand its market potential. As part of the new Northwest Region I-Corps Hub\, you also gain access to a larger regional network\, increasing your chances of success and providing a clear pathway to follow-on funding\, including potential $50\,000 grants from the National Science Foundation’s National I-Corps program.\n \n\n\n  \n[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]
URL:https://akew.org/event/national-science-foundations-innovation-corps-northwest-hub
LOCATION:
CATEGORIES:1. Idea,Online (Virtual),Workshops & Trainings
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://akew.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/ICE.png
ORGANIZER;CN="UAF Center ICE":MAILTO:centerice@alaska.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250929T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250929T180000
DTSTAMP:20260417T111802
CREATED:20250911T203547Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T213355Z
UID:10000046-1759163400-1759168800@akew.org
SUMMARY:Impact Meets Business
DESCRIPTION:[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ custom_padding_last_edited=”off|desktop” admin_label=”Hero” _builder_version=”4.16″ use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_stops=”#ffffff 0%|#e7edf9 100%” background_color_gradient_start=”#ffffff” background_color_gradient_end=”#e7edf9″ custom_margin=”|||” custom_padding=”100px||100px|” custom_padding_tablet=”130px||130px|” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2\,1_2″ admin_label=”title and illustration” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_margin=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_divider color=”#4646c4″ divider_position=”center” divider_weight=”2px” _builder_version=”4.16″ max_width=”90px” max_width_tablet=”12%” max_width_last_edited=”off|desktop” custom_margin=”|||” animation_style=”flip” animation_delay=”50ms” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_font=”||||||||” text_font_size=”20px” text_line_height=”1.8em” custom_margin=”25px|||” animation_style=”flip” animation_direction=”top” animation_delay=”100ms” global_colors_info=”{}”] \nA panel of local “impact” entrepreneurs\, \nusing profit as a ‘means’ to an end \n[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”https://akew.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Screenshot-2025-08-26-192458-FILEminimizer-FILEminimizer.png” title_text=”Screenshot 2025-08-26 192458 (FILEminimizer) (FILEminimizer)” force_fullwidth=”on” align_tablet=”center” align_phone=”center” align_last_edited=”on|desktop” admin_label=”illustration” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ animation_style=”slide” animation_direction=”right” animation_intensity_slide=”10%” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”] \nA panel of speaker that will have the following GOALS: \nGoal 1: Educate Anchorage residents about social or ‘impact’ entrepreneurship concepts\, pathways\, tools\, resources \nGoal 2: Inspire Anchorage residents through stories of social entrepreneurs in the community  \nGoal 3: Engage Anchorage residents in a team-based action-oriented workshop to apply the tools to get started to become a social entrepreneur\, leading to a potential Social Enterprise Startup Weekend. \n[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]
URL:https://akew.org/event/impact-meets-business
LOCATION:King Street Brewing Co\, 9050 King St\, Anchorage\, Alaska\, 99515\, United States
CATEGORIES:1. Idea,2. Pre-Profit,3. Profit,4. Growth,5. Exit,Community & Culture-Focused,Hybrid,Networking & Community,Networking, Mixers & Social,Panels & Fireside Chats,Policy & Ecosystem Discussions
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250929T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250929T190000
DTSTAMP:20260417T111802
CREATED:20250826T215348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T224539Z
UID:10000009-1759168800-1759172400@akew.org
SUMMARY:JA: Innovative Ideas
DESCRIPTION:[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ custom_padding_last_edited=”off|desktop” admin_label=”Hero” _builder_version=”4.16″ use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_stops=”#ffffff 0%|#e7edf9 100%” background_color_gradient_start=”#ffffff” background_color_gradient_end=”#e7edf9″ custom_margin=”|||” custom_padding=”100px||100px|” custom_padding_tablet=”130px||130px|” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_font=”||||||||” text_font_size=”20px” text_line_height=”1.8em” custom_margin=”25px|||” animation_style=”flip” animation_direction=”top” animation_delay=”100ms” global_colors_info=”{}”] \nIn this session\, students will learn about generating innovative ideas while keeping in mind the market and need.  They will examine cutting-edge and innovative new products before brainstorming their own product ideas. \n[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Speakers” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”90px||90px|” animation_style=”zoom” animation_intensity_zoom=”10%” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3\,2_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_margin=”|||” custom_padding=”40px|0px|40px|0px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”2_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_font=”||||||||” text_text_color=”#7e7f93″ text_font_size=”18px” header_font=”||||||||” header_3_font=”Merriweather|700|||||||” header_3_text_color=”#4646c4″ header_3_font_size=”36px” header_3_line_height=”1.4em” link_option_url=”https://www.linkedin.com/in/allancarraway/” link_option_url_new_window=”on” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”] \nLink to the event will be posted soon\n[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]
URL:https://akew.org/event/ja-innovative-ideas
LOCATION:Alaska\, AK\, United States
CATEGORIES:1. Idea,Online (Virtual),Skills & Learning,Workshops & Trainings
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://akew.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/JA_-Innovative-Ideas-FILEminimizer.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250929T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250929T210000
DTSTAMP:20260417T111802
CREATED:20250916T221413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T221626Z
UID:10000423-1759168800-1759179600@akew.org
SUMMARY:Speed Mixer! 6pm
DESCRIPTION:[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ custom_padding_last_edited=”off|desktop” admin_label=”Hero” _builder_version=”4.16″ use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_stops=”#ffffff 0%|#e7edf9 100%” background_color_gradient_start=”#ffffff” background_color_gradient_end=”#e7edf9″ custom_margin=”|||” custom_padding=”100px||100px|” custom_padding_tablet=”130px||130px|” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_font=”||||||||” text_font_size=”20px” text_line_height=”1.8em” custom_margin=”25px|||” animation_style=”flip” animation_direction=”top” animation_delay=”100ms” global_colors_info=”{}”] \nWe 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!\n[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]
URL:https://akew.org/event/speed-mixer-6pm/2025-09-29
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:20250929T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250929T235900
DTSTAMP:20260417T111802
CREATED:20250916T215408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T215750Z
UID:10000055-1759168800-1759190340@akew.org
SUMMARY:Coworking After Hours
DESCRIPTION:[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ custom_padding_last_edited=”off|desktop” admin_label=”Hero” _builder_version=”4.16″ use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_stops=”#ffffff 0%|#e7edf9 100%” background_color_gradient_start=”#ffffff” background_color_gradient_end=”#e7edf9″ custom_margin=”|||” custom_padding=”100px||100px|” custom_padding_tablet=”130px||130px|” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_font=”||||||||” text_font_size=”20px” text_line_height=”1.8em” custom_margin=”25px|||” animation_style=”flip” animation_direction=”top” animation_delay=”100ms” global_colors_info=”{}”] \nWe 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!\n[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]
URL:https://akew.org/event/coworking-after-hours/2025-09-29
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
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250929T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250929T200000
DTSTAMP:20260417T111802
CREATED:20250925T021917Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T021923Z
UID:10000460-1759172400-1759176000@akew.org
SUMMARY:Business Use of Your Home in Alaska
DESCRIPTION:[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ custom_padding_last_edited=”off|desktop” admin_label=”Hero” _builder_version=”4.16″ use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_stops=”#ffffff 0%|#e7edf9 100%” background_color_gradient_start=”#ffffff” background_color_gradient_end=”#e7edf9″ custom_margin=”|||” custom_padding=”100px||100px|” custom_padding_tablet=”130px||130px|” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_font=”||||||||” text_font_size=”20px” text_line_height=”1.8em” custom_margin=”25px|||” animation_style=”flip” animation_direction=”top” animation_delay=”100ms” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″] \nCurious about how to turn part of your home into a tax-saving opportunity?  Whether you’re a freelancer\, small business owner\, or remote worker using a home office\, understanding how to properly claim deductions for business use of your home can make a significant difference at tax time. Join us for this free On Demand workshop on “Business Use of Your Home in Alaska” with David Higgins\, Tax Specialist with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS)\, to learn everything you need to know. \nDavid Higgins will walk you through the essential rules\, requirements\, and opportunities available. You’ll also gain access to helpful downloadable handouts to support your learning and application of these tax strategies. \nWhat you’ll learn during this training: \n\nSimplified Home Office Deduction\nQualifying for business use of the home deduction – Exclusive Use Test\nRegular Use Test\nPrincipal Place of Business Test\nActivities that don’t disqualify your home office\nMeeting Place for Customers Test\nSeparate Structure Test\nDeduction limits\nTypes of expenses\nExpenses related to the business activity in the home\nBusiness Use of the Home Expenses\nDeductible expenses\nDeduction limits – Gross Income\nExample – Determining the home office deduction\nWhat you can’t do\nSelling your home when you used it for business\nIllegal Tax Avoidance Schemes\n\n[/et_pb_text][et_pb_divider _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_divider][et_pb_button url_new_window=”on” button_text=”Information and registration HERE” button_alignment=”center” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ box_shadow_style=”preset1″ global_colors_info=”{}” button_url=”https://aksbdc.org/workshops/business-use-of-your-home-in-alaska/” sticky_enabled=”0″][/et_pb_button][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]
URL:https://akew.org/event/business-use-of-your-home-in-alaska
LOCATION:Alaska\, AK\, United States
CATEGORIES:1. Idea,2. Pre-Profit,3. Profit,Online (Virtual),Workshops & Trainings
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://akew.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/sbdc.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250929T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250929T210000
DTSTAMP:20260417T111802
CREATED:20250925T023228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T023345Z
UID:10000464-1759176000-1759179600@akew.org
SUMMARY:Understanding Purchasing & Shared Services Cooperatives
DESCRIPTION:[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ custom_padding_last_edited=”off|desktop” admin_label=”Hero” _builder_version=”4.16″ use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_stops=”#ffffff 0%|#e7edf9 100%” background_color_gradient_start=”#ffffff” background_color_gradient_end=”#e7edf9″ custom_margin=”|||” custom_padding=”100px||100px|” custom_padding_tablet=”130px||130px|” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_font=”||||||||” text_font_size=”20px” text_line_height=”1.8em” custom_margin=”25px|||” animation_style=”flip” animation_direction=”top” animation_delay=”100ms” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″] \nAre you looking for a way to pool resources or services with other small businesses to better compete with bigger businesses?  This workshop is for you!  “Understanding Purchasing & Shared Services Cooperatives” starts with a brief introduction to co-ops generally\, and then dives deep into purchasing cooperatives (co-ops) and share services cooperatives (co-ops). \nDuring this 28-minute On Demand workshop\, you will learn: \n\nwhat co-ops are\, in general;\nthe definition and examples of “purchasing cooperatives”;\nthe definition and examples of “shared services cooperatives”;\nthe factors of successful cooperatives; and\nwhat the Alaska Cooperative Development Center (ACDC) does and how they can help.\n\n[/et_pb_text][et_pb_divider _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_divider][et_pb_button url_new_window=”on” button_text=”Information and registration HERE” button_alignment=”center” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ box_shadow_style=”preset1″ global_colors_info=”{}” button_url=”https://aksbdc.org/workshops/shared-services-cooperatives/” sticky_enabled=”0″][/et_pb_button][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]
URL:https://akew.org/event/understanding-purchasing-shared-services-cooperatives
LOCATION:Alaska\, AK\, United States
CATEGORIES:1. Idea,Online (Virtual),Workshops & Trainings
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://akew.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/sbdc.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250930T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250930T070000
DTSTAMP:20260417T111802
CREATED:20250916T230858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T231319Z
UID:10000433-1759212000-1759215600@akew.org
SUMMARY:What's Your Business Really Worth?
DESCRIPTION:[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ custom_padding_last_edited=”off|desktop” admin_label=”Hero” _builder_version=”4.16″ use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_stops=”#ffffff 0%|#e7edf9 100%” background_color_gradient_start=”#ffffff” background_color_gradient_end=”#e7edf9″ custom_margin=”|||” custom_padding=”100px||100px|” custom_padding_tablet=”130px||130px|” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”title and illustration” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_margin=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_font=”||||||||” text_font_size=”20px” text_line_height=”1.8em” custom_margin=”25px|||” animation_style=”flip” animation_direction=”top” animation_delay=”100ms” global_colors_info=”{}”] \nA Practical Guide to Valuation for Small and Mid-Sized Companies\nAre 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. \nIn this session\, you’ll learn: \n\nThe Basics of Business Valuation – Understand what drives value and how it’s measured.\nThe Valuation Process & Methodologies – A clear roadmap from start to finish.\nSBA Loans & Financing Considerations – How valuation impacts your access to capital.\nStrategies to Drive Value – Practical tips for growing and protecting your business worth.\nTools & Resources – Helpful guides\, templates\, and resources to make valuation manageable.\n\nWhether you’re preparing to sell\, seeking investment\, or just want to understand your company’s financial health\, this workshop will give you the knowledge and confidence to make informed decisions. \nReserve your spot today—your business’s future value starts here! \nREGISTER and additional information  HERE\n  \nOrganizer\nAndrea Galehouseclemsonsbdc@clemson.edu \n  \n  \n[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]
URL:https://akew.org/event/whats-your-business-really-worth
LOCATION:Alaska\, AK\, United States
CATEGORIES:2. Pre-Profit,3. Profit,4. Growth,5. Exit,Online (Virtual),Resource Fairs & Info Sessions,Resources & Ecosystem,Skills & Learning,Workshops & Trainings
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/gif:https://akew.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/SBA-Lender-300-x-376.gif
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250930T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250930T080000
DTSTAMP:20260417T111802
CREATED:20250925T024426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T024439Z
UID:10000467-1759215600-1759219200@akew.org
SUMMARY:Digital Skills for Everyday Tasks
DESCRIPTION:[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ custom_padding_last_edited=”off|desktop” admin_label=”Hero” _builder_version=”4.16″ use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_stops=”#ffffff 0%|#e7edf9 100%” background_color_gradient_start=”#ffffff” background_color_gradient_end=”#e7edf9″ custom_margin=”|||” custom_padding=”100px||100px|” custom_padding_tablet=”130px||130px|” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_font=”||||||||” text_font_size=”20px” text_line_height=”1.8em” custom_margin=”25px|||” animation_style=”flip” animation_direction=”top” animation_delay=”100ms” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″] \nLearn 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 practices will boost your productivity.  The Alaska SBDC partnered with Grow with Google and the Denali Chamber of Commerce to bring you this workshop free of charge. \nIn this 48-minute webinar\, we’ll show you how to: \n\nUse templates in Google Sheets to build a personalized to-do list; and\nUse templates in Google Docs to create a meeting agenda.\n\n[/et_pb_text][et_pb_divider _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_divider][et_pb_button url_new_window=”on” button_text=”Information and registration HERE” button_alignment=”center” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ box_shadow_style=”preset1″ global_colors_info=”{}” button_url=”https://aksbdc.org/workshops/digital-skills-for-everyday-tasks/” sticky_enabled=”0″][/et_pb_button][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]
URL:https://akew.org/event/digital-skills-for-everyday-tasks
LOCATION:Alaska\, AK\, United States
CATEGORIES:1. Idea,2. Pre-Profit,3. Profit,Online (Virtual),Workshops & Trainings
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://akew.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/sbdc.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250930T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250930T093000
DTSTAMP:20260417T111802
CREATED:20250916T223107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T225432Z
UID:10000428-1759221000-1759224600@akew.org
SUMMARY:Federal Resources Small Businesses Should Know
DESCRIPTION:[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ custom_padding_last_edited=”off|desktop” admin_label=”Hero” _builder_version=”4.16″ use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_stops=”#ffffff 0%|#e7edf9 100%” background_color_gradient_start=”#ffffff” background_color_gradient_end=”#e7edf9″ custom_margin=”|||” custom_padding=”100px||100px|” custom_padding_tablet=”130px||130px|” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”title and illustration” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_margin=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_font=”||||||||” text_font_size=”20px” text_line_height=”1.8em” custom_margin=”25px|||” animation_style=”flip” animation_direction=”top” animation_delay=”100ms” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″] \nThis event is a part of the Federal Resources Small Businesses Should Know Series** \nAre 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! \nLearn the tools available to research data and help you make informed decisions about your business. \nThis session will include an overview of SBA resources and time for Q&A. \nSpecial Guest Speaker: \n\nCaitlyn Sperling – Data Dissemination Specialist\, U.S. Census Bureau\n\n  \n**PLEASE NOTE: Most of the information within this series will be applicable to small businesses nationwide\, but this series will include localized information for the Houston\, TX area as it is hosted by the SBA Houston District Office. \n  \nREGISTER and additional information  HERE\n  \nOrganizer\nElizabeth Charleselizabeth.charles@sba.gov \n[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]
URL:https://akew.org/event/federal-resources-small-businesses-should-know
LOCATION:Alaska\, AK\, United States
CATEGORIES:1. Idea,2. Pre-Profit,3. Profit,4. Growth,Online (Virtual),Resource Fairs & Info Sessions,Resources & Ecosystem,Skills & Learning,Workshops & Trainings
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/gif:https://akew.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/SBA-Lender-300-x-376.gif
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250930T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250930T100000
DTSTAMP:20260417T111802
CREATED:20250916T230003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T230008Z
UID:10000432-1759222800-1759226400@akew.org
SUMMARY:Intro To Patents: An Introduction to Patents and Business Considerations
DESCRIPTION:[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ custom_padding_last_edited=”off|desktop” admin_label=”Hero” _builder_version=”4.16″ use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_stops=”#ffffff 0%|#e7edf9 100%” background_color_gradient_start=”#ffffff” background_color_gradient_end=”#e7edf9″ custom_margin=”|||” custom_padding=”100px||100px|” custom_padding_tablet=”130px||130px|” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”title and illustration” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_margin=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_font=”||||||||” text_font_size=”20px” text_line_height=”1.8em” custom_margin=”25px|||” animation_style=”flip” animation_direction=”top” animation_delay=”100ms” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″] \nJoin 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. \n\nWhat is a patent?\nTypes of patents\nThe patent application process\nI got my patent … now what? Post-grant requirements and considerations\nBusiness resources\nDate: Tuesday\, September 30th \, 2025\nTime: 12:00 pm  – 1:00 pm CDT\nCost: None\nLocation: Online. You will receive information about how to connect.\n\n*Registration closes at Noon on Monday September 29th\, 2025. \nREGISTER and additional information  HERE\n  \nOrganizer\nKansas SBDC at WSUksbdc@wichita.edu316-978-3193 \n  \n[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]
URL:https://akew.org/event/intro-to-patents-an-introduction-to-patents-and-business-considerations
LOCATION:Alaska\, AK\, United States
CATEGORIES:1. Idea,2. Pre-Profit,3. Profit,4. Growth,Online (Virtual),Resource Fairs & Info Sessions,Resources & Ecosystem,Skills & Learning,Workshops & Trainings
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/gif:https://akew.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/SBA-Lender-300-x-376.gif
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250930T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250930T140000
DTSTAMP:20260417T111802
CREATED:20250828T021720Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250910T213057Z
UID:10000019-1759222800-1759240800@akew.org
SUMMARY:Valdez Business Builder Workshop - II
DESCRIPTION:[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ custom_padding_last_edited=”off|desktop” admin_label=”Hero” _builder_version=”4.16″ use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_stops=”#ffffff 0%|#e7edf9 100%” background_color_gradient_start=”#ffffff” background_color_gradient_end=”#e7edf9″ custom_margin=”|||” custom_padding=”100px||100px|” custom_padding_tablet=”130px||130px|” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_font=”||||||||” text_font_size=”20px” text_line_height=”1.8em” custom_margin=”25px|||” animation_style=”flip” animation_direction=”top” animation_delay=”100ms” global_colors_info=”{}”]Welcome to the Valdez Business Builder Workshop\, where personalized guidance meetings entrepreneurial ambition! \nThe City of Valdez Economic Development Department is excited to launch its first Valdez Business Builder Workshop! \nThis FREE two-day workshop is designed to assist local business-owners and entrepreneurs in starting out or scaling up their business ventures. 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.  \nWith an opportunity to attend 1:1 coaching after each session\, you’ll receive tailored advice and support to address your unique challenges and opportunities. \nJoin us for expert presenters and one-on-one business coaching. (Plus\, who can say “no” to free lunch?!)\n[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]
URL:https://akew.org/event/valdez-business-builder-workshop-ii
LOCATION:Valdez Civic and Convention Center\, 314 Clifton Dr\, Valdez\, 99686\, United States
CATEGORIES:1. Idea,2. Pre-Profit,3. Profit,4. Growth,Hybrid,Inspiration & Stories,Keynotes & Talks,Mentorship & Office Hours,Networking & Community,Networking, Mixers & Social,Skills & Learning,Workshops & Trainings
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://akew.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Valdez-Business-Builder-Workshop-FILEminimizer.png
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR