Over the course of four sessions, this dynamic and interactive class will help attendees better understand financial reporting, the importance of showing a profit, how to prepare to seek a loan, and how to achieve financial health in a small business. Seating is limited!
Week 1 In-person Session: Unlock the power of financial statements, learn how to analyze your Income Statement, Cash Flow Statement, and Balance Sheet to make smart business decisions.
Week 2 Virtual Session: Dive into financial ratios! Use historical data and industry insights to measure success and spot opportunities.
Week 3 Virtual Session: Maximize your profits! Discover strategies to boost cash flow and increase profitability, as well as planning for the future with confidence.
Week 4 In-person Session: Learn the essentials of forecasting and budgeting to drive growth.
Tuesday, June 2, 2026
10:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Tuesday, June 9, 2026
10:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Tuesday, June 16, 2026
10:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Tuesday, June 23, 2026
10:30 AM to 12:30 PM
25% off discount for registering early! Discount expires 30 days before the event. Register today!
Tonita McKnight is a Georgia native with roots in North and Southwest GA. She has a Bachelor of Arts from Spelman College with a major in Theater. She has held various positions in personal banking, property management, program management, grant administration and economic development.
She has worked with Albany Community Together, Inc. for the last nine years, where she helped entrepreneurs in Southwest Georgia with coaching, connections and access to capital. She is a certified Economic Development Finance Professional through NDC and a certified Business Incubator Manager through InBIA.
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
