From startup to sale: UGA SBDC supports franchisee’s full-circle success
November 17, 2025
This workshop provides an in-depth exploration of financing options available to small businesses, helping entrepreneurs make informed decisions about funding their ventures. You will learn how personal and business credit impact loan decisions, how lenders evaluate applications using the “5 C’s of Credit,” and how to build a strong loan package. The class will also cover the advantages and disadvantages of different forms of capital, enabling you to assess the long-term impact of each choice.
You will also be guided through understanding and interpreting key financial statements—balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements. Emphasis will also be placed on understanding basic financial management best practices to ensure and communicate your business’s financial health.
This course is part of the South Fulton Means Business Accelerator program. Other courses in the this program include:
The South Fulton Means Business Accelerator is a series of classes delivered over 4 months. Participants in this Fall 2025 cohort who attend at least 3 sessions will be recognized by the City of South Fulton at its Annual Impact Awards.
Thursday, August 28, 2025
5:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Todd Anduze is the Area Director for the UGA SBDC in Gwinnett. He served in the United States Navy during the Desert Storm campaign as a Plane Captain for the A-6 Intruder. After service, he spent 4 years as a warehouse manager for WAWD-EAP and 12 years in management at Lafarge North America. He then transitioned to accounting with Jack F. Gamel, CPA, which equipped him with financial expertise to offer tax services and financial advice. Todd’s diverse background in military, retail, manufacturing, and accounting uniquely positions him to serve and advocate for UGA SBDC clients.
Drew Zoller is a business consultant at the UGA SBDC at Georgia State University. He has over 20 years of experience in market and competitive analysis, marketing, and strategy. His background includes consulting and working in-house with small and large companies to improve business growth through benchmarking, financial analysis, and development of go-to-market strategies. Drew also has expertise in marketing automation systems, digital and content marketing, and conducting customer and competitor research. His experience spans numerous industries including technology, consumer products, industrial materials, and advertising.
This program is funded through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration and is supported by federal taxpayer funds. By registering, you certify that you are legally authorized to receive services funded by U.S. taxpayer dollars, in accordance with applicable federal law and regulations.
All programs are open to the public on a non-discriminatory basis. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance.
The UGA SBDC is funded through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration.
All SBDC services are provided in a nondiscriminatory way to all legal residents and citizens in the United States. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance.
The UGA SBDC is an accredited member of America’s SBDC.
The University of Georgia
Small Business Development Center
382 East Broad Street
Athens, GA 30602-5412
P: (706) 542-2762