Access To Capital

Event description

Access to capital is essential for starting, expanding, or sustaining a small business. This session will help entrepreneurs understand how to position their business for financing and navigate the lending landscape. Participants will learn what lenders look for, how the and the key steps to take before approaching a bank. Whether you are planning to launch, grow, or stabilize your business, this workshop will provide practical guidance to help you move forward with confidence.

Highlights:

• Understanding loan programs
• The 5 C’s of credit
• What matters most to lenders
• How to find SBA approved lenders
• Resources that can help

This session is intended for aspiring entrepreneurs, startup businesses, and existing small business owners seeking financing to launch, stabilize, or expand their operations.

Speakers:

      Moderator- Amy Reid, Director, Galveston County & San Jacinto College SBDC

      Panelist- Brandi Pitre, Business Banking Officer, Associated Credit Union

      Panelist- Cathy Hamel, Branch Manager, Amegy

      Panelist- Matt Crable, Chief Lending Officer, Texas First Bank

Special Instructions:

Light refreshments will be provided.

Please arrive by 5:15 p.m. to register as we will start promptly at 5:30 p.m.