The Alaska Small Business Development Center (SBDC) provides free consulting services and low cost educational programs to entrepreneurs looking to start or grow their small business.  The Alaska SBDC business advisors work with entrepreneurs in confidential, one-to-one sessions in the areas of management, marketing, sales, finance, accounting and other disciplines required for small business growth, expansion and innovation.

Since its inception in October 1986, the Alaska SBDC has evolved into a regional network of five centers, including a rural outreach program, and four additional specialized business assistance programs operating under the guidance of the State Director.  The Alaska SBDC is funded, in part, by the U.S. Small Business Administration, as well as matching funds from the State of Alaska, and contributions from partner boroughs, cities, and other sponsors throughout the state.  This statewide program is hosted by the University of Alaska Anchorage.  To learn more about the SBDC, you can visit their website, www.aksbdc.org.

The Alaska SBDC staff is comprised of highly qualified, experienced business professionals, many with business ownership experience, and/or advanced degrees in business.  All business advisors are certified through the Alaska SBDC's Professional Certification Program.  This program offers the initial training minimums expected of all our business advisors, plus provides ongoing continuing professional education.

Contact the Mat-Su office at 373-7232, or visit their workshop schedule at http://aksbdc.ecenterdirect.com.   The Wasilla office is located at 201 N. Lucille Street, on the corner of the Parks Highway and Lucille (upstairs in the Key Bank Building).