Alaska Cooperative Development Center

07/10/2025

Can you already believe it’s July? We tried to get the newsletter out earlier but WOW what a busy holiday weekend we had in Homer.

07/10/2025

Big thanks to the Alaska Division of Agriculture for hosting this listening session!

We’re excited to share how the cooperative business model can help meet market needs—especially when the numbers add up. Co-ops can be powerful tools for community-driven solutions. Looking forward to the conversation!

05/23/2025

💡 Ready to start a business in Alaska? We’re offering multiple chances to learn how!

Have a business idea but not sure where to begin? Whether you’re still dreaming or already planning, the Anchorage SBDC’s “Starting a Business” workshop is here to help you take that first confident step.

This one-hour, in-person session (offered multiple times through the end of 2025) covers everything you need to know to get started. Attend the date that works best for your schedule and walk away with the tools and guidance to move forward.

Daytime, evening, or weekend; we’re making it easy to get started on your business journey. Sign up for a session at https://aksbdc.org/2025/05/starting-a-business-anchorage/

👋 Meet Your Presenter: Ginny Grabowski
With decades of entrepreneurial experience and a passion for helping Alaskans succeed, Ginny brings practical advice, local insight, and a spark of encouragement to every session.

05/23/2025

🎉 Big news for Alaska’s makers and doers! 🎉

Manufacturing in Alaska has long faced challenges—from high shipping costs to staffing shortages—but a new group is stepping up with bold solutions. The Alaska Manufacturing Association is launching a business-to-business directory to help connect local producers, boost collaboration, and support Alaska-made goods. 💪

High shipping costs and staffing shortages have been a challenge for local manufactures. As a major resource for manufacturers prepares to close, Alaska Manufacturing Association hopes to fill the gap.

05/16/2025

05/16/2025

Just in time for the weekend! A new Alaska Powerline episode is out!

Inside Passage Electric Cooperative is not connected to an outside electric grid. Furthermore, nearly every community IPEC serves is accessible only by boat or plane, which presents unique challenges. CEO Brandon Shaw shares how the cooperative has been able to integrate hydropower into the local electric systems without losing the reliability that diesel power provides.

Listen wherever you get your podcasts.

05/06/2025

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