Royal Caribbean Group announced the inaugural class of its Port Partners business accelerator program in Seward, Alaska, selecting 15 local entrepreneurs to participate in a 10-week, college-level course focused on small-business development. The program, delivered in partnership with the Alaska Vocational Technical Center and supported by local business leaders, is designed to strengthen Seward’s small-business ecosystem through education, mentorship and access to startup resources.

Participants will receive training in areas such as supply chain management, marketing and legal processes, earn college credits through the University of Alaska system, and pitch their business ideas upon completion, with one entrepreneur eligible for a $20,000 award to launch their venture. The initiative aligns with the company’s broader community investment strategy, aimed at supporting economic development in destinations it serves.

Source: Royal Caribbean Group PR Newswire, January 22, 2026