Survey Shows Dramatic Drop in Alaska Small Business Confidence and Financial Outlook
The Alaska Small Business Development Center says its annual survey for 2025 shows the sharpest economic shift in its eight-year history.
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Alaska SBDC: New Businesses Led by Women and Veterans Thrive Despite Challenges
2023 Alaska Small Business Development Center Report reveals small businesses increasingly led by women, veterans, and new entrepreneurs.
Local Firm Unveils New ‘Alaska Native Corporate Culture Camps’
Alaska Native-owned Bloom Communications works to bridge cultures, create collaborations via corporate coaching camps and coaching services.
Commercial Cleaning: Let the Experts Do the Dirty Work
Alaska’s commercial and industrial cleaners have a vital role in ensuring workplaces are safe and functional.
Evolving Federal Requirements for Government Contractors and Small Businesses
Guest Author Chris Slottee explains several changes in regulations at the federal level that can impact government contractors.
Manufacturing Flavors from Local Resources
Local manufacturers extract extraordinary flavors from local resources: trees, the ocean, or wildlife, allowing a wider audience a taste of Alaska.
Alaskan-made PacBak Is Headed Upstream to National Markets
The incredible story of PacBak and Brian McKinnon serves as inspiration for other underdogs looking to forge an entrepreneurial path in Alaska.
Alaskans Stake Claims in the YouTube Gold Rush
YouTube makes uploading videos easy, but making an income on the platform takes as much work as any traditional job. Several Alaskans have found success sharing their unique points of view—with a particularly stunning state as a background.
Marine Mammal Huntress: A Native Woman on an Epic Quest
Entrepreneur Hope Roberts uses her history, her business, and her determination to reconnect with her culture and help others to do the same.
Finding Financial Solutions for Minority and Women-Owned Businesses
Despite their substantial economic impact, it is often more difficult for companies that are owned by minority groups to satisfy their business capital needs. That’s why it’s essential for minorities to have access to sufficient funding and support through government-backed loans, traditional bank financing, and creative funding options.