Survey Says Alaska Small Businesses Are Optimistic and Growing
The Alaska Small Business Development Center says its 7th annual small business survey conveys a heartening shift toward optimism despite workforce and finance challenges.
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First-of-its-kind Artificial Intelligence Resource Center Launches for Small Businesses
Alaska Small Business Development Center announces the formation of an Artificial Intelligence Resource Center for business advisors and owners.
BuyAlaska Gift Guide, Online Directories Make Local Holiday Shopping Easy
The BuyAlaska Holiday Gift Guide and other directories help shoppers find local merchants, recirculating economic activity within the state’s borders.
McKinley Alaska Growth Capital Given Small Business Lending Center License
McKinley Alaska Growth Capital in Anchorage chosen to be one of three new Small Business Lending Company (SBLC) license holders in the US.
Businesses Selling to Key Employees
A growing trend is for business owners to sell their business to their employees, ensuring a smooth transition for staff and clients.
Five Alaska Tech Companies Receive TREND Phase 0 Grants
A housing designer, a seafood e-commerce platform, a marine products maker, and two different types of sensing technologies are recipients of Technology Research and Development Center of Alaska Phase 0 grants.
Small Business Development Center Releasing Funds to Encourage Lending to Small Businesses
The University of Alaska Small Business Development Center is releasing $49 million to help participating lenders to make loans to businesses that would normally not qualify.
Nearly $60M for Small Business Credit Initiative
The Alaska Small Business Development Center will direct a pool of federal cash toward private sector lenders to support entrepreneurs.
Norwegian Cruise Lines Expands Support for Alaska Small Businesses
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings is encouraging passengers on its Alaska voyages to support local businesses through the Shop Local Alaska program and the Voyij.com e-commerce marketplace.
Small Businesses Optimistic for 2022, Survey Shows
The fifth annual survey by the Alaska Small Business Development Center at UAA finds a more positive attitude among business owners, compared to the challenges of the last two years.