Bankable Business Plans: Access to Capital Panel Discussion | Fort Bend County SBDC
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Are you ready to take your business to the next level? Join us for an exclusive panel discussion with leading financial institutions that will share insights on what it takes to make your business bankable. Representatives from Frost Bank, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), Texas Regional Bank, and LiftFund will provide expert perspectives on preparing a strong business plan, securing funding, and navigating today’s lending environment.
Highlights:
- How to make your business plan “lender ready”
- What banks and lenders look for when evaluating loan applications
- The role of the SBA in supporting small business financing
- Strategies to increase your chances of loan approval
This session is geared toward entrepreneurs seeking startup or growth funding, small business owners preparing to approach lenders, and anyone wanting to better understand financing options.
Breakfast provided.
Presenters:
Daniel Luu, Business Advisor, Fort Bend County SBDC
Sheri Gillespie, Vice President, Frost Bank
Lisa Ta, Senior Vice President, Texas Regional Bank
Francisco Gonzalez, SBA Business Development Officer, LiftFund
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