Harness the power of your problems and teams to create valuable solutions and plan for success. Learn about valuable challenges, the Ideascale platform, and the Quayside AI planning tools. Hosted online and in multiple locations (Anchorage, Fairbanks, Juneau, Cordova; Sign up/register to receive local details). Tools that will be used: Ideascale - https://ideascale.alaska.edu/c/landing AI Project […]
Why You Needed A Trademark Yesterday is an introduction to the world of trademarks and why your small business needs one. We will go over what a trademark is, the different kinds of trademarks out there, why you need you one, and how to go about getting one. There will be time for questions! […]
Have you ever heard of a “cottage gear brand” or “cottage food”? See behind the scenes at Alpine Fit‘s apparel manufacturing space that bridges the gap between commercial and cottage in their industry, and discuss how food and other industry cottage businesses can differ. Find out about what it means to start or run a […]
As part of Alaska Entrepreneurship Week, join us at 12:00 PM at Cowork by RSD for lunch and an interactive group discussion for topics such as about hiring best practices, remote vs in person work with regards to relocation to Alaska if needed, the role of contractors and surge hiring for events, and much more. […]
Are you thinking about starting your own business? This workshop was designed just for you! During "Starting a Business - Wasilla," our Mat-Su SBDC Business Advisor, Misty O'Connor, will discuss the initial steps and considerations for starting a small business, such as: - business licensing; - legal forms of business; - business record-keeping; - hiring […]
Are you considering starting a new business? This Live Webinar (available online statewide) on "Creating Projections for Your Startup" on Tuesday, Oct. 8th from 10:00 am to 11:30 am is the first place to start. Using a sample business, Cliff Cochran, Director of the Kenai Peninsula Small Business Development Center (SBDC) will walk you through […]
Are you an entrepreneur, small business owner, innovator, or just curious about the benefits of intellectual property? In this virtual workshop, U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) staff will provide a brief overview about the four major types of intellectual property (IP) and explain why innovators and entrepreneurs should consider them in their business plan. […]
Have you wondered how to protect your business when selling internationally? Or how to find the financing needed to take on new customers abroad? Join us Thursday, Oct. 9, 2024 from 1:30 pm to 2:30 pm for this Live Webinar (available statewide) to unlock the potential of your business in the global marketplace with the […]
You’ve built your business and overcome the challenges of starting up, but now you’re ready for the next phase: growth. In this in-person workshop, Coach Allan will guide you through key strategies to help you break through the barriers holding your business back. We’ll focus on shifting your mindset, creating a clear strategy, and turning […]
As part of Alaska Entrepreneurship Week, join us for lunch and an interactive discussion at 12 PM at Cowork by RSD about taking your business international. There may be other parts of the world where your business or product could be more in demand. We'll talk about items to consider when going international such as […]
What are the skills and tools you need in 2024 to develop your sales strategy? During "Sales 101 in 2024: The Art of Selling and the Proverbial Sales Pipeline - Wasilla," our Mat-Su SBDC Business Advisor, Misty O'Connor, will discuss the art of selling, what a sales pipeline is, and developing your sales strategy. Misty […]
Join us in Anchorage, Alaska at the Alaska SBDC Office on Thursday, October 10th, 2024 for "Getting Started with AI: Opportunities & Challenges for Small Businesses" presented by Carlos Machuca, Director of the AI Resource Center at the Alaska Small Business Development Center (SBDC). This insightful presentation is designed for small businesses eager to explore […]
Are you considering buying or selling a small business? Join us in Seward at the Breeze Inn Conference Room for "Buying or Selling a Small Business: Planning for a Successful Sales" presented by Kelly Ann Cavaretta, Business Advisor at the Seward Small Business Development Center (SBDC). This informative session is designed to guide you through […]
Get a head start on the Alaska Entrepreneurship arena by signing up for early alerts and updates!
Be the first to know about events and opportunities happening!
English 
Español