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Summer is in full swing and I'm happy to say that Alaskans are out supporting their local businesses in droves! We're hearing from communities all over the state that locals and independent travelers alike are filling restaurants and hotels and that the summer season is going better than expected. All of those dollars going into Alaskan businesses are helping our economy to recover faster and will get us on the road to recovery!
There is a lot going on this month, so I hope you take some time off from fishing and hiking to read about some of the great programs and partnerships that BuyAlaska is sharing. As always, if your business isn't in the BuyAlaska directory yet sign up today! It's free and you get access to benefits from many of our corporate sponsors like FedEx, Constant Contact, and Quickbooks.
Sincerely,
Jon Bittner
Alaska SBDC Executive Director
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This July, follow us as we head to remote towns throughout Alaska and highlight Alaskan restaurants, lodges, shops, galleries, and more - all open for business.
There are close to 400 public airports in Alaska, but only 20 with service from major US carriers. To help connect you to our remote communities across the state, we have partnered with FlyLocal. FlyLocal allows you to explore & book flights to unique Alaskan destinations aboard local air carriers.
FlyLocal and support local Alaska businesses this July. We can't wait to Rediscover Alaska with you!
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In Business for Alaska Businesses |
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BuyAlaska Business Forum Connects Alaska Businesses |
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We know that great things happen when Alaskans work together. That's why we created the BuyAlaska Business Forum - a space for Alaskan business owners to connect.
Not only does magic happen when Alaskans collaborate, but we all benefit. Alaska businesses working together means that more money stays in Alaska and supports the growth of a strong economy.
If you are an Alaskan business owner and are looking for local Alaska suppliers, buyers, business services, marketing opportunities, or anything in between, use the BuyAlaska Business Forum to connect.
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Rediscover Alaska with Attractions and Explorations Across the State |
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Alaska is a state with endless discoveries, and our tour operators, lodges, restaurants, and shops are open and excited to adventure with you in our own backyard.
We invite you to Rediscover Alaska with the many attractions and explorations we have listed on the BuyAlaska Business Directory.
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Embrace the Flavors of Alaska with BuyAlaska Recipes |
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Alaska is full of flavor... BuyAlaska aims to embrace and embolden our local flavors by connecting Alaskans with Alaska Grown and Made in Alaska ingredients.
The BuyAlaska recipe page exists as a way for Alaskans to connect over food, and the opportunity to get a little taste of each other's Alaska.
Visit our page at any time to find a taste of Alaska, connect with local businesses to buy ingredients, or share your own local flavor.
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Eat Local and Buy Local Using the AFMA Farmers Market Directory |
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Find the freshest ingredients, discover quality Alaska products, and support Alaska food & agriculture by shopping from your local farmers market.
Farmers markets provide a place where farmers can reconnect with consumers and capture retail dollars for their fresh, high-quality products. They also help shape our communities - bringing neighbors together through buying locally and cooking.
The Alaska Farmers Market Association (AFMA) Farmers Market Directory connects you with farmers markets across Alaska. Shop Alaska Grown & Made in Alaska ingredients!
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Anchorage Summer Arts in the Park Brings Live Music Back to Life |
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Anchorage Downtown Partnership Ltd.,
Alaska Center for the Performing Arts,
Anchorage Museum at Rasmuson Center and
Alaska Independent Musicians Initiative present the Anchorage Summer Arts in the Park
ASAP is a six-weekend festival of performing arts that will feature regional and local Alaskan soloists, bands, dancers, and theatre performers to enliven downtown Anchorage on select Fridays/Saturdays during June and July.
Support local vendors and restaurants as you travel between events!
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Lemonade Day Alaska a Sweet Success |
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Lemonade Day Alaska is an annual program under the Alaska Small Business Development center that teaches K-12 children how to plan and launch their own business through a tried and true method: A lemonade stand.
Since 2011, more than 18,000 kids in over 70 Alaska communities have sold over $5 million worth of lemonade, the program reports.
We are proud to announce that the last Saturday of June is now officially considered Lemonade Day in Alaska according to Governor Mike Dunleavy.
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AK Loyal Brings Alaska's Family of 'Buy Local' Brands Together |
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AK Loyal webpage, managed by the Alaska Department of Commerce, Community and Economic Development provides Alaskans with a central location to identify ways to show pride in our state and encourage people to buy, support, and talk about Alaska-made items.
The AK Loyal website promotes Alaska’s family of brands and programs designed to promote Alaska’s businesses: Made in Alaska, BuyAlaska, Alaska Grown, Alaska Silver Hand, Alaska Seafood, and Travel Alaska. It’s also designed to support the "buy local" efforts already underway in many Alaska communities and celebrates our unique lifestyle.
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The mission of BuyAlaska is to promote and elevate local businesses to better Alaska’s economy.
We do that with YOU.
Please like, follow, share, and most importantly, interact with us.
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Programs for BuyAlaska Business Members |
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Promotional items are available for FREE!
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We welcome all ideas for supporting Alaskan-owned businesses.
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The BuyAlaska Program is a multi-stakeholder and statewide initiative housed by the Alaska Small Business Development Center (Alaska SBDC) under the UAA Business Enterprise Institute (BEI) and partially funded by the Small Business Administration (SBA) |
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