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SUMMARY:Wasilla Business Licensing and Sales Tax Compliance
DESCRIPTION:Unsure how licensing and sales tax work in Wasilla? \nJoin us on Wednesday\, September 16\, 2026\, from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm at the Mat-Su Small Business Development Center (Mat-Su SBDC) Office in Wasilla for “Wasilla Business Licensing and Sales Tax Compliance\,” presented by Maureen Graham\, Sales Tax Accountant/Auditor at the City of Wasilla. During this FREE three-hour In-Person workshop in Wasilla\, you’ll learn how licensing and taxes work in Wasilla. \nBy participating in this workshop\, you will: \nGain clarity on licensing and tax requirements in Wasilla\, including how they apply to your specific business. \nUnderstand sales tax\, exemptions\, and other local revenue taxes to stay compliant and avoid costly mistakes. \nConnect directly with your local Sales Tax Accountant to ask questions and get practical\, real-time guidance specific to your business.
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LOCATION:Small Business Development Center – Mat-Su\, 201 North Lucille St #2\, Wasilla\, AK\, 99654\, United States
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SUMMARY:Wasilla Business Licensing and Sales Tax Compliance - Wasilla
DESCRIPTION:Unsure how licensing and sales tax work in Wasilla? \nJoin us on Wednesday\, September 16\, 2026\, from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm at the Mat-Su Small Business Development Center (Mat-Su SBDC) Office in Wasilla for “Wasilla Business Licensing and Sales Tax Compliance\,” presented by Maureen Graham\, Sales Tax Accountant/Auditor at the City of Wasilla. During this FREE three-hour In-Person workshop in Wasilla\, you’ll learn how licensing and taxes work in Wasilla. \nBy participating in this workshop\, you will: \nGain clarity on licensing and tax requirements in Wasilla\, including how they apply to your specific business. \nUnderstand sales tax\, exemptions\, and other local revenue taxes to stay compliant and avoid costly mistakes. \nConnect directly with your local Sales Tax Accountant to ask questions and get practical\, real-time guidance specific to your business. \nWe are very excited to offer you this informative workshop covering licensing\, sales tax\, tax exemptions\, and compliance with the City of Wasilla. Maureen Graham will be on-site to present and provide answers to your questions about licensing and taxes. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain in-depth knowledge and clarify any uncertainties around sales tax in Wasilla. \nABOUT THE PRESENTER: \nMaureen Graham\, Sales Tax Accountant & Auditor\, City of Wasilla. Maureen serves as the Sales Tax Accountant and Auditor for the City of Wasilla\, bringing over 25 years of hands-on experience in local tax and licensing administration. Her career began with the Matanuska-Susitna Borough Finance Department\, where she held various roles\, including managing the transient accommodations (bed) tax and overseeing business licensing. In 2006\, she transitioned to the City of Wasilla\, focusing on sales tax administration. In 2015\, Maureen stepped into the newly created position of Sales Tax Accountant and Auditor\, where she helped launch an audit and education program designed specifically for the City of Wasilla. During the formation of the Alaska Remote Sellers Sales Tax Commission (ARSSTC) in 2020\, Maureen served on the drafting committee and currently leads as Chair of the Policy Committee. Her work has given her extensive insight into local tax issues throughout Alaska\, and she is passionate about helping businesses and communities navigate the ever-evolving tax landscape. She also enjoys sharing practical insights that help businesses thrive. \nLOCATION: Mat-Su Small Business Development Center (Mat-Su SBDC)\, Suite 2A (2nd floor of KeyBank building)\, 201 N. Lucille Street\, Wasilla\, Alaska 99654. Please park in the parking lot adjacent to Lucille Street and use the EAST entrance to the KeyBank Building. \nThis workshop is brought to you for FREE thanks to the partnership with the City of Wasilla! \n____________________________________________
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LOCATION:Small Business Development Center – Mat-Su\, 201 North Lucille St #2\, Wasilla\, AK\, 99654\, United States
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SUMMARY:Barebones Bookkeeping & Bookkeeping Blunders
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SUMMARY:Getting Down to Business: Local Rules\, Resources\, & Readiness
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LOCATION:Small Business Development Center – Mat-Su\, 201 North Lucille St #2\, Wasilla\, AK\, 99654\, United States
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