The SBIR/STTR programs invest federal research funds to drive innovation and strengthen the U.S. economy. This 40-minute On Demand workshop explains what the programs are, the benefits they offer to small businesses, and how you can get involved. In less than an hour, you’ll gain the knowledge needed to determine if SBIR/STTR is the right funding path for your company.
Get a quick crash-course (for free) on QuickBooks Online!
What exactly is a Co-op? Explore the dynamic world of cooperatives and learn how they foster community growth and resilience. This On Demand workshop, “Co-ops & the Alaska Cooperative Development Center (ACDC),” will provide a thorough introduction to how co-ops function, the different types of co-ops, and how ACDC supports their development across Alaska.
Students will learn about the product design and prototype process. Each student will create a product sketch to show the features and explain the purpose of his or her product.
During this On Demand workshop, you will learn how to ensure that information about your business is current and that it’s easy for your customers to find you on Google Search and Google Maps, regardless of which type of device they use when searching for your business.
Please join us to learn: What is Neuro-marketing, Neuro-marketing Facts and Principles, Six Stimuli, turn Stimuli to Steps, the essentials of a Marketing Plan, Measure Performance, High Impact Strategies, and Social Media Marketing: How, What and When.
Learn the essential steps for government contracting.
Launch & Grow Your Business is a course designed to train participants on starting and running their business. The Launch & Grow program guides entrepreneurs in developing and implementing effective business plans to support strategic growth or secure financing.
Your gateway to accessing capital or business coaching through Business Impact NW.
Please join us to learn Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer Research (STTR) Funding Phase Process, Eligibility Requirements, SBA’s Role, Role of the 11 Participating Federal Agencies, Online Tutorials, Tips of Proposal Writing and IP Protection, Events and Assistance.
This 52-minute webinar covers the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), including what a “reasonable accommodation” request might look like, the required interactive process, and so much more!
Students will learn about the importance of obtaining market feedback about new product and service ideas. Students will examine various survey question types and determine whether questions yield useful product feedback.
This very basic workshop will provide participants with foundational information about Foreign Ownership, Control, or Influence (FOCI).
This class is designed to empower small business owners at any stage of the business life cycle with the skills and tools to enhance their strategies.
Please join us to learn Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer Research (STTR) Funding Phase Process, Eligibility Requirements, SBA’s Role, Role of the 11 Participating Federal Agencies, Online Tutorials, Tips of Proposal Writing and IP Protection, Events and Assistance.
The Food Biz Basics class offers a deep dive into the nuts and bolts of starting and running a food business.
Increase your chances of winning contracts by learning how to craft proposals that meet all government requirements.
n today's competitive business landscape, a successful entrepreneur requires more than just technical expertise and a keen sense of market trends. They also need a resilient mindset that can help them weather the storms of uncertainty, overcome obstacles, and stay motivated during ups and downs. This interactive and inspiring workshop, "Cultivating a Business Mindset for Success," will help you unlock your potential as an entrepreneur by teaching you practical strategies for developing a growth mindset and overcoming limiting beliefs.
Small business owners tend to under-utilize marketing research as they develop their products and strategies. This is often due to a lack of understanding of when research should be performed and what types of research to employ. This webinar will review the techniques available and provide examples of when to use each one. This webinar […]
Is it time to start selling your products on Amazon? Click here to access The Beginner’s Guide to Selling on Amazon including a downloadable e-book. You will learn about what it means to sell on Amazon, the different options of how it can be done, listing and delivering products, growth opportunities, and more.