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      {"@context":"http://schema.org","@graph":[{"@context":"http://schema.org","@type":"DiscussionForumPosting","author":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Alaska SBDC","url":"https://www.linkedin.com/company/alaskasbdc"},"datePublished":"2026-02-19T01:08:56.520Z","mainEntityOfPage":"https://www.linkedin.com/posts/alaskasbdc_former-olympian-launches-a-clean-pre-workout-activity-7430055758290948096-o1Oa","text":"We’re excited to see Alaska entrepreneur Reese Hanneman and Antidote - Ultra Pure Nutrition gaining national attention. \n\nFounded by Reese and Ryan Sheldon, Antidote was built to create a clean pre-workout free from banned substances, now distributed across the West Coast and growing!\n\n🎤 Reese will be speaking at the 2026 SBDC Summit on the panel:\n\nSelling Online from Alaska: What Works and What Doesn’t. In this candid session, founders will share what it really takes to build e-commerce from Alaska. What worked, what didn’t, and the decisions that made the biggest impact on revenue and growth. If you’re selling (or planning to sell) online, you won’t want to miss it.\n\nWatch the full interview in the original post below, and join us at the Summit! Summit seats are filling up fast, grab yours at sbdcsummit.com. ","url":"https://www.linkedin.com/posts/alaskasbdc_former-olympian-launches-a-clean-pre-workout-activity-7430055758290948096-o1Oa"},{"@context":"http://schema.org","@type":"DiscussionForumPosting","author":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Alaska SBDC","url":"https://www.linkedin.com/company/alaskasbdc"},"datePublished":"2026-02-18T20:26:05.172Z","mainEntityOfPage":"https://www.linkedin.com/posts/alaskasbdc_strong-partnerships-help-move-alaska-forward-activity-7429984575327567872-vRQr","text":"Strong partnerships help move Alaska forward, and last week, that work was front and center in Juneau.\n\nViola Smith, Tribal SSBCI Lending Program Assistant Director, attended the 2026 Southeast Alaska Midsession Summit and Transportation Symposium, joining business and community leaders, Tribal representatives, and elected officials from across the region, state, and nation.\n\nEvents like this matter. They create space to talk honestly about what our communities need, from infrastructure and transportation to access to capital and business growth opportunities.\n\nThrough the Alaska Tribal SSBCI Consortium and the State SSBCI program, this work is already happening. Together, these programs are helping Alaska businesses access financing, expand operations, create jobs, and build stronger local economies. 💙","url":"https://www.linkedin.com/posts/alaskasbdc_strong-partnerships-help-move-alaska-forward-activity-7429984575327567872-vRQr"},{"@context":"http://schema.org","@type":"DiscussionForumPosting","author":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Alaska SBDC","url":"https://www.linkedin.com/company/alaskasbdc"},"datePublished":"2026-02-16T21:42:02.156Z","mainEntityOfPage":"https://www.linkedin.com/posts/alaskasbdc_the-35th-annual-rural-small-business-conference-activity-7429278912976797696-BAv-","text":"The 35th Annual Rural Small Business Conference was a strong reminder of what collaboration looks like in action. With a solid turnout and partners from across SBA Alaska SBDC, and lending organizations in the room, the energy stayed focused on one thing: helping rural businesses access the tools, capital, and knowledge they need to grow.\n\nA highlight was the E-commerce and Starting an Online Business panel, where speakers walked through practical pathways for launching an online business, accessing microloans, and navigating lending options. Conversations during and after the session showed just how real the demand is for clear, practical guidance, especially for entrepreneurs balancing distance, logistics, and limited local resources.\n\nMost of all, the event reinforced something we see every day. When federal, state, and local partners show up together, rural entrepreneurs are better positioned to turn ideas into sustainable businesses that strengthen communities across Alaska.","url":"https://www.linkedin.com/posts/alaskasbdc_the-35th-annual-rural-small-business-conference-activity-7429278912976797696-BAv-"},{"@context":"http://schema.org","@type":"DiscussionForumPosting","author":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Alaska SBDC","url":"https://www.linkedin.com/company/alaskasbdc"},"datePublished":"2026-02-12T23:15:06.874Z","mainEntityOfPage":"https://www.linkedin.com/posts/alaskasbdc_greater-anchorage-inc-activity-7427852785506742272-zV83","text":"Anchorage winters wouldn’t be the same without Fur Rondy. Since 1935, Greater Anchorage Inc. has brought the community together with sled dog races, snow sculptures, quirky contests and more, turning the long, dark season into a celebration of culture and fun.\n\nKeeping this tradition thriving takes year-round planning and funding, which isn’t always easy. Thanks to the Alaska State SSBCI Loan Guarantee Program at University of Alaska Anchorage and Northrim Bank, Member FDIC, Greater Anchorage Inc. secured working capital to continue planning this iconic festival.\n\nFrom downtown activity to local jobs and volunteer engagement, the loan helps protect one of Alaska’s most beloved winter traditions while ensuring the festival can continue to grow for generations to come.\n\nRead the full story: https://lnkd.in/gxnKj26B\n\nThank you to our partners at Northrim Bank for helping strengthen Alaska communities!\n\n#AlaskaSBDC #FurRondy ","url":"https://www.linkedin.com/posts/alaskasbdc_greater-anchorage-inc-activity-7427852785506742272-zV83"},{"@context":"http://schema.org","@type":"DiscussionForumPosting","author":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Alaska SBDC","url":"https://www.linkedin.com/company/alaskasbdc"},"datePublished":"2026-02-10T15:01:03.822Z","mainEntityOfPage":"https://www.linkedin.com/posts/alaskasbdc_sbdcsummit-alaskabusiness-activity-7427003677841780737-EkZu","text":"Alaska’s future won’t be built by chasing trends. It’ll be built by communities that know how to adapt, innovate, and stay grounded at the same time.\n\nThat’s why we’re excited to welcome Dr. Dell Gines, Chief Innovation Officer at the International Economic Development Council, as the closing keynote at the 2026 Alaska SBDC Summit.\n\nDr. Gines works at the intersection of innovation, entrepreneurship, and local economies, helping communities navigate big shifts like AI, workforce change, and market uncertainty without losing what makes them work. His focus is simple and powerful: turning emerging ideas into practical tools that strengthen local businesses and local places.\n\nHe’ll close the Summit with a clear-eyed look at what comes next for small businesses and communities like ours, and how to move forward with confidence in a rapidly changing economy.\n\nMarch 6. One strong finish. Don't miss this curated Summit experience. Details and tickets are available at sbdcsummit.com \n\n#SBDCSummit #AlaskaBusiness","url":"https://www.linkedin.com/posts/alaskasbdc_sbdcsummit-alaskabusiness-activity-7427003677841780737-EkZu"},{"@context":"http://schema.org","@type":"DiscussionForumPosting","author":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Alaska SBDC","url":"https://www.linkedin.com/company/alaskasbdc"},"datePublished":"2026-02-05T20:50:03.651Z","mainEntityOfPage":"https://www.linkedin.com/posts/alaskasbdc_what-does-the-alaska-entrepreneurship-business-activity-7425279566476275712-TGJO","text":"What does the Alaska Entrepreneurship Business Incubator actually cover?\n\nOver five months, participants work through the fundamentals that matter most:\n\n• Understanding your customers\n• Building a strong business model\n• Financial projections and cash flow\n• Marketing that fits your capacity\n• Pitching and pursuing funding\n\nLed by the Alaska SBDC Rural Center, this program is designed to help Alaskans leave with clarity and a plan. Registration closes tomorrow, Friday, February 6 at 5:00 pm! \n\nhttps://lnkd.in/gT8JrXFB","url":"https://www.linkedin.com/posts/alaskasbdc_what-does-the-alaska-entrepreneurship-business-activity-7425279566476275712-TGJO"},{"@context":"http://schema.org","@type":"DiscussionForumPosting","author":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Alaska SBDC","url":"https://www.linkedin.com/company/alaskasbdc"},"datePublished":"2026-02-03T18:21:19.207Z","mainEntityOfPage":"https://www.linkedin.com/posts/alaskasbdc_opinion-small-choices-local-impact-showing-activity-7424517358901153792-1kyz","text":"\"Supporting small businesses does not always require spending more. Simple, no-cost actions can make a meaningful difference. Engaging with a business’s social media posts, leaving a thoughtful online review or tagging them when you share a photo of a meal, product or service all help increase visibility. Recommending a favorite shop to a friend or coworker still matters, and so does showing up. Attending events or pop-ups and taking a moment to say thank you can boost morale nearly as much as foot traffic.\" -  Gretchen Fauske, Director of Special Programs & Strategy, University of Alaska Anchorage Alaska SBDC\n\nhttps://lnkd.in/geR3zA4Z\n\n#AlaskaSBDC #AlaskaBusiness #BuyAlaska","url":"https://www.linkedin.com/posts/alaskasbdc_opinion-small-choices-local-impact-showing-activity-7424517358901153792-1kyz"},{"@context":"http://schema.org","@type":"DiscussionForumPosting","author":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Alaska SBDC","url":"https://www.linkedin.com/company/alaskasbdc"},"datePublished":"2026-02-03T15:22:08.880Z","mainEntityOfPage":"https://www.linkedin.com/posts/alaskasbdc_alaskasbdc-sbdcsummit-smallbusinessbigimpact-activity-7424472268770193408-_cDH","text":"We’re thrilled to welcome Roberta L. Schwartz, Executive Vice President and Chief Innovation Officer of Houston Methodist Hospital, as our Summit Lunch Keynote speaker at the 2026 Alaska SBDC Summit: Small Business at the Edge of Innovation!\n\nRoberta leads operations at one of the nation’s top-ranked hospitals and oversees digital innovation efforts spanning telemedicine, artificial intelligence, and big data. In her lunch keynote, she’ll share how large, complex healthcare systems turn innovation into real-world impact, with lessons that translate directly to Alaska’s healthcare and business landscape.\n\nRoberta will also participate in a Healthcare Innovation Focus Group, offering a national perspective on access, technology, and care delivery in challenging and diverse environments.\n\nHer leadership and work have been nationally recognized, and we’re thrilled to bring her experience and insight to this year’s Summit!\n\nLearn more and grab your seat at sbdcsummit.com \n\n#AlaskaSBDC #SBDCSummit #SmallBusinessBigImpact","url":"https://www.linkedin.com/posts/alaskasbdc_alaskasbdc-sbdcsummit-smallbusinessbigimpact-activity-7424472268770193408-_cDH"},{"@context":"http://schema.org","@type":"DiscussionForumPosting","author":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Alaska SBDC","url":"https://www.linkedin.com/company/alaskasbdc"},"datePublished":"2026-02-03T05:00:08.720Z","mainEntityOfPage":"https://www.linkedin.com/posts/alaskasbdc_sbdcsummit-alaskabusiness-iditarod-activity-7424315736732397568-Fw27","text":"Big ideas. Real conversations. And a very Alaska-style celebration to wrap it all up.\n\nOn Friday, March 6, join us at the 2026 Alaska SBDC Summit: Small Business at the Edge of Innovation at the Wildbirch Hotel. We’re diving into the topics Alaska businesses are wrestling with right now: AI in the real world, healthcare innovation, e-commerce that actually works, shipping and logistics, and what’s next for our economy. \n\nHear from national leaders like Dale Dixon (Better Business Bureau), Dr. Roberta Schwartz (Houston Methodist Hospital), and Dell Gines (International Economic Development Council), plus Alaska founders and operators who’ve been in the trenches.\n\nThen keep the momentum going on Saturday, March 7, at the SBDC Summit Reception from 10:00 am–2:00 pm at Serrano's Alaska downtown. Watch the ceremonial start of the Iditarod from the restaurant, enjoy a livestream of the festivities, grab lunch, and soak up the energy of Fur Rendezvous! \n\nFrom Run with the Reindeer, snow sculptures, and all the winter fun that makes Anchorage feel alive, it's going to be an incredible Summit weekend. \n\n🔗 Learn more and register at sbdcsummit.com\n\n#SBDCSummit #AlaskaBusiness #Iditarod #FurRondy #AlaskaSBDC","url":"https://www.linkedin.com/posts/alaskasbdc_sbdcsummit-alaskabusiness-iditarod-activity-7424315736732397568-Fw27"},{"@context":"http://schema.org","@type":"DiscussionForumPosting","author":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Alaska SBDC","url":"https://www.linkedin.com/company/alaskasbdc"},"datePublished":"2026-01-29T16:10:13.960Z","mainEntityOfPage":"https://www.linkedin.com/posts/alaskasbdc_last-year-alaska-entrepreneurs-showed-what-activity-7422672430340440065-TvXx","text":"Last year, Alaska entrepreneurs showed what’s possible.\n\nFollowing the success of our 2025 virtual pitch competition, the Alaska SBDC is bringing the model back with a healthcare AI focus and deeper technical support.\n\nThis competition is open statewide, with a virtual pitch designed so teams can participate from anywhere in Alaska. Finalists will compete for AWS partner funding for professional services, delivered by PREDICTif Solutions. \n\n✔️ Apply by Feb 18\n✔️ Pitch virtually on Feb 26\n✔️ Advance to the SBDC Summit stage on March 6\n\nLearn more and apply to pitch at https://lnkd.in/gT77e9Yp and https://lnkd.in/gwiuCGVu","url":"https://www.linkedin.com/posts/alaskasbdc_last-year-alaska-entrepreneurs-showed-what-activity-7422672430340440065-TvXx"},{"@context":"http://schema.org","@type":"Organization","name":"Alaska SBDC","url":"https://www.linkedin.com/company/alaskasbdc","address":{"type":"PostalAddress","streetAddress":"1901 Bragaw Street","addressLocality":"Anchorage","addressRegion":"AK","postalCode":"99508","addressCountry":"US"},"description":"ABOUT ALASKA SBDC\nSince 1986, the Alaska Small Business Development Center (SBDC) has helped entrepreneurs across Alaska start, grow, and strengthen their businesses.\n\nWe offer no-cost advising, workshops, and digital tools - available statewide, in person or online - for startups and established businesses alike.\n\nHosted by UAA and supported by the SBA, State of Alaska, and local partners, we’re proud to deliver the most comprehensive small business support network in the state.\n\n🔗 Learn more: https://aksbdc.org\n\nCOMMUNITY GUIDELINES\nWe welcome respectful dialogue that supports small business success. Abusive, discriminatory, misleading, or spam content is not allowed and may be removed. Repeat violations may result in a ban.\n\nWe encourage constructive feedback and reserve the right to update these guidelines.\n\n📩 Questions or concerns? Email info@aksbdc.org.\n\nEQUAL OPPORTUNITY NOTICE\nUA is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, educational institution and provider and prohibits illegal discrimination against any individual: www.alaska.edu/nondiscrimination.","numberOfEmployees":{"value":23,"@type":"QuantitativeValue"},"logo":{"contentUrl":"https://media.licdn.com/dms/image/v2/C560BAQF4DI_7GMBeJQ/company-logo_200_200/company-logo_200_200/0/1631373373027?e=2147483647&v=beta&t=L9AkNExw9_HY261jy8W-hwo-wPczFg8ILYdWfszBO2g","description":"Alaska SBDC","@type":"ImageObject"},"slogan":"Helping Alaska’s small businesses grow with free advising, workshops, and tools online and statewide - since 1986.","sameAs":"https://aksbdc.org/"}]}