Skill Builder Series - Week 6: Profit & Loss: Inventory Management Essentials for Island-based Businesses by Jake Hale
Learn why smart purchasing is one of the most critical skills for any business. From navigating vendor relationships to choosing the right margins. Buying well is a learned practice. This session will break down simple, effective approaches to working with suppliers, setting profitable pricing, and presenting your products with confidence. You’ll walk away with practical tools to strengthen your purchasing decisions and support long-term business success.
About the Speaker
Jacob Hale, Director of Business Development at Alaskan Sales.
About the Series
Our Fall Skill-Builder Series will highlight professional development topics with clear, practical takeaways. The series is designed to help young professionals build new skills and give established leaders an opportunity to refresh and strengthen their expertise. This 6-week program runs from October through December and offers tools and insights that can be applied right away.
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Date and Time
Wednesday Dec 10, 2025
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM AKST
Wednesday, December 10th
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Location
In-Person
Southeast Resort
330 Seward St.
Sitka, AK 99835
Virtual
Join via Zoom
Fees/Admission
In-Person
Lunch Admission | $25
(includes lunch, beverages, and presentation)
Listen-Only Admission | $5
(includes beverages and presentation)
Virtual
Zoom Admission | Free
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Contact Information
(907) 747-8604
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