MPEI Business Workshop and Event Calendar

Name: Financing Your Small Business - An SBDC Event
Start: 2016-10-10T23:30+00:00
End: 2016-10-11T01:30+00:00
Location: College of Lake County, Rm T323

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This calendar includes Mount Prospect Entrepreneurs Initiative events, as well as business workshops from local business organizations. For more information on an event, contact the Village of Mount Prospect Economic Development Division, 847-818-5328.

Financing Your Small Business - An SBDC Event

Date: 10/10/2016 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM 10/10/2016 6:30 PM 10/10/2016 8:30 PM
Location: College of Lake County, Rm T323
19351 W Washington Street
Grayslake, Illinois

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Learn what lenders are really looking for when it comes to financing small businesses. What are the Five “Cs” of credit and what do they mean to your small business loan? We will discuss what funding sources are available for small business owners to include SBA financing, the Advantage Illinois loan program, leasing and other types of loan programs, which source is right for you and what the application process entails. There will be plenty of time for you to get all of your questions answered!

Presented by: Arlene Martin, founder of Martin Financial Resources, LLC. Arlene created Martin Financial Resources to fill a gap that exists in funding options for Small to Medium-sized businesses. Arlene discovered that there is a great need for business owners to gain access to capital. She has over 30 years of experience in the financial industry ranging from Business Banking/Commercial Lending to Commercial Real Estate.

This is a Small Business Development Center Event.

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Past Events:

June 24 2024 - Small Business Funding Options

Discover the many aspects of obtaining funding for existing or start-up businesses.

Whether you're just starting out or scaling your business, this program will help you understand funding options available to you as an entrepreneur or small business owner. Join us to learn about:

Funding sources and how to access these sources.
Requirements for obtaining funding.
Advantages and disadvantages of different funding sources.

Additionally, we will present the fundamentals of a business plan and financial projections. Business mentoring from SCORE members will be available after the event.

Presented in partnership with the Mount Prospect Entrepreneurs Initiative (MPEI) and SCORE.

February 7 2024 - Panel Discussion

Past Events

MPEI Panel Discussion | February 7, 2024

Three industry experts answer questions and provide tips on business finances, business planning, and marketing/social media for your business. Following the panel, hear from SCORE Mentors and the Village and Library on resources offered to businesses right here in Mount Prospect.

Panel topics were selected based on survey feedback from Mount Prospect businesses. Presenters include:
- Richard Sassan, B & E Accounting & Tax CPA P.C.
- Bill Knee, The Knee Law Firm, LLC
- Lauren Schaff, Business & Marketing Strategist
-Mark Lieberman, SCORE Representative

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