Starting & Growing a Small Business

Thinking about starting a business—or growing the one you already have?

Interested in tapping into Southeast Alaska’s tourism economy?

Join us for a free, in-person small business workshop designed for entrepreneurs at every stage-from idea to expansion.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

  • Individuals interested in tourism-related businesses
  • Existing small business owners looking to grow, stabilize, or formalize
  • Anyone curious about business financing, budgeting, and next steps

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN

From Idea to Business

  • Identifying viable business ideas
  • Tourism opportunities and challenges in Southeast Alaska

Business Basics

  • Business structures (sole proprietor, LLC, etc.)
  • Licenses, registrations, and compliance
  • Recordkeeping and basic financial setup

Understanding the Numbers

  • Pricing your products or services
  • Cash flow and budgeting for slower seasons

Funding & Support

  • What lenders look for in a small business
  • Preparing for a loan or microloan
  • Grants, technical assistance, and local support resources

EVENT DETAILS

Location: Tlingit and Haida
Generations Southeast
POW Campus:
6565 Boundary Rd.
Klawock, AK 99925

Date: March 7
Time: 4-7 p.m.
Cost: FREE

*Dinner will be provided for attendees

CAN’T MAKE IT OR HAVE QUESTIONS?

If you’re unable to attend or want more information about small business support, financing, or future workshops, contact us:

Haa Yakaawu Financial Corporation
(HYFC)
www.hyfclending.com
lending@hyfclending.com

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If you can’t access our events you can send a completed intake/interview form 13614-C, photo ID and all tax documents to: vita@thrha.org or fax to 907-780-6895 or mail 5446 Jenkins Dr. Juneau, AK 99801. 

The average cost to have a return prepared in Alaska is $300. This program is intended to be another tool for clients to use in their pursuit for financial freedom.

To learn more about our programs and services,
contact our team at 907-780-3105 or lending@hyfclending.com