Sam Dickey, Alaska District Director for the U.S. SBA, will present a workshop to provide information on the SBA 8(a) program. The 8(a) BD Program provides a logical, systematic approach to federal market access and enterprise growth to businesses owned and controlled by socially and economically disadvantaged individuals. The program promotes business development over a nine-year period. This workshop is free, and ONLINE registration is required at http://aksbdc.ecenterdirect.com by July 19. Click Kenai Peninsula, then Click workshops, and Sign Me Up, then enter your information.