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We are partnering with McKinley Alaska Growth Capital (MAGC) to bring you the Aleut Shareholder Marketplace! The Aleut Marketplace is a fun and interactive business plan competition that offers resources and networking opportunities to support businesses from idea to execution for shareholders and registered descendants. Selected participants will have a chance to win up to $25,000! Applicants must be an Aleut shareholder or registered descendant, 18-years or older, and live in Alaska. Phase 1: Business Concept | Present Your Business IdeaThe Business Concept is a brief overview of the business. Learn more. The application portal will open Monday, April 15. Submissions are due Wednesday, May 22. Phase 2: Business Boot Camp | Learn, Network, Start up!MAGC will invite up to 10 applicants to Boot Camp in Anchorage. Participants will be guided through the fundamentals of starting a business, network with other small businesses and leaders, and learn the key elements of developing a business plan. Travel, accommodation, and food are covered by Aleut and MAGC. Boot camp will be in August, exact dates to be announced soon. Phase 3: Formal Business Plan | Sell Your IdeaParticipation in Business Boot Camp is required for advancement to the final phases of the Competition. Semi-finalists will submit a comprehensive business plan and financial projections. Phase 4: Winner(s) AnnouncedFinalists will be notified via phone or email of their advancement in the competition. Winning funds will be administered by MAGC. Exact dates to be announced. |