Conversations That Matter: Understanding SBA Funding: What Every Small Business Owner Needs to Know

Event description

Are you a small business owner looking to grow, expand, or invest in your operations but unsure how to access the capital you need? Join us as we sit down with the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) for an insightful chat designed specifically for business owners like you.

We will cut through the confusion around SBA financing — breaking down programs like the 7(a) and 504 loan programs and other key SBA resources, explaining how the SBA partners with your local bank rather than lending directly to businesses, and demystifying the process so you walk away with a clear understanding of the options available to you. But that's not all — we will also explore the SBA's Made in America manufacturing initiative and what it could mean for businesses in our region that produce, assemble, or supply goods right here in Berkshire County.

Whether you're exploring financing for the first time or looking to take your business to the next level, this is your opportunity to get real answers from someone with direct knowledge and experience. After our 20-minute conversation, we will open things up for your questions—so feel free to jump in and be part of the discussion!

The speaker will be Shelley Gillis, outreach and marketing specialist with the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). This event is hosted by Rob DelMastro, regional director with the Massachusetts SBDC - Berkshire Region.