Access to capital is a fundamental part of starting and growing a small business and can be challenging for beginning businesses. This panel discussion will focus on the new small business borrower to de-mystify the lending process, explain what a lender is looking for, and shed some light on the creative ways these non-profit lenders are working to support small business.
Moderator
Janie Sacco, Outreach and Marketing Specialist
US Small Business Administration
Speakers
Christopher Stone, Director of Portfolio Management and Loan Servicing
Business Impact NW
Erin Williamson, Director of Capital and Incubation
Ventures Nonprofit
Greg Hope, Executive Director, President and CEO
New Roots Fund
Laua Fletcher, Program Manager
Community Finance, Evergreen Business Capital
Jordan Ruiz, Director
Northwest Native Development Fun