0621-001 GSU WOW: Unlocking Capital, A Guide to Business Funding

WOW: Unlocking Capital, A Guide to Business Funding

DATE
Wednesday, October 16th
COST
$ 39.00
FORMAT
Webinar
TOPIC
Access to Capital

ABOUT THIS PROGRAM

A report by the US Small Business Administration (SBA) in 2023 found that women-owned businesses are significantly less likely to receive bank loans compared to their male counterparts.

This webinar is designed to equip female entrepreneurs with the knowledge and tools necessary to navigate the often-complex world of business funding. The session delves into diverse funding options such as debt financing, equity capital, small business loans, venture capital, and micro loans, offering advice to address the specific challenges and opportunities encountered by women-owned businesses. By the end of the session, you will be equipped with the confidence and resources needed to take your funding journey to the next level and ensure your business thrives. 

Starts in 1 week!

LEARN HOW TO:

  • Master the 5 C's of Credit and understand the critical components that lenders evaluate, including Character, Capacity, Capital, Collateral, and Conditions, and how to strengthen your business profile to meet these criteria. 
  • Explore Types of Capital: Gain insight into the various types of capital available to businesses, including debt, equity, and hybrid options, and how to determine which type is best suited for your business needs. 
  • Unlock Funding with Proven Tips: Discover actionable strategies for unlocking business funding, including building strong relationships with lenders, being thoroughly prepared with documentation and financials, and establishing a solid financial foundation. 
  • Engage in 'Ask the Lenders': Participate in an interactive Q&A session where you can ask experienced lenders directly about their expectations, preferences, and advice for securing funding, helping you tailor your approach to meet lender expectations. 

PROGRAM DETAILS

Wednesday, October 16, 2024
12:00 PM to 2:00 PM

Cost: $39.00
Webinar

This is a Zoom webinar. Upon registration, you will receive your Zoom link via email. 

PROGRAM INSTRUCTORS

Maria Peck

Maria Peck serves small business owners seeking funding through the State Small Business Credit Initiative. She brings community outreach initiatives, financial coaching, and access to capital preparedness. Her entrepreneurship programs support local underserved communities, and she previously expanded access to capital acquisition as an ACE Women's Business Center Founding Director. Maria has 15+ years of experience in CDFI small business lending and SBA funding. She is recognized by Georgia Trend's 500 Most Influential Georgia Leaders and Georgia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce’s 50 Most Influential Leaders in Atlanta Metro.

Kathy Plisko

Kathy Plisko is the Area Director of the UGA SBDC at Georgia State University.  She brings a wealth of experience in financial services and process improvement to the organization. She spent 25+ years in the financial services industry as an SVP/Managing Director, working as an underwriter, underwriting manager, and portfolio manager. Kathy has extensive experience negotiating legal documents, writing business plans, preparing cash flow models, analyzing financial trends, running sensitivity analysis on cash flows, mentoring and training junior employees, process improvement, developing underwriting tools, and developing training programs in credit, underwriting, and negotiating loan agreements.

Hosting Center: UGA Small Business Development Center at Georgia State University
A Public Service and Outreach unit of the University of Georgia, funded through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. All programs of the UGA SBDC 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. Contact Alicia Johnson at [email protected] or call 404-413-7830