Accessing Capital with SBA – What Small Businesses Need to Know | Sam Houston State University SBDC
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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 SBA lending landscape. Participants will learn what lenders look for, how the SBA supports small business loans, 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. Held during National Small Business Week, this session also celebrates entrepreneurs and highlights resources available to help small businesses start, grow, and succeed.
Highlights:
- Understanding SBA 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.
Light refreshments will be provided.
Presenter:
Bobby Bilberry, Lead Lender Relations Specialist, SBA, Houston District Office
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Please Note:
Each person attending an event must have their own account. Multiple people may not register under one account.
The SBDC reserves the right to cancel a class for insufficient enrollment, weather emergencies, and other unforeseen circumstances. Should a cancellation occur, we will use the email you provided to contact you.
Preregistration is highly recommended. If an event is canceled or postponed and you have not preregistered, we will not be able to contact you.
If you choose to register at the door, you will need your mobile device to complete your registration otherwise you will not be allowed to attend.
Satisfactory meeting room temperatures are difficult to maintain. Always bring a sweater or jacket to ensure comfort.
No children under the age of 16 are allowed in the workshop.
Only service animals allowed - If you need to bring a service animal with you to a workshop please contact us ahead of time.
Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact the Sam Houston State University SBDC at (936) 294-3737 for accommodations, or if you have questions about this class.
