Join Small Business Majority, in partnership with the City of East St. Louis for a three-part virtual cohort designed to help small business owners navigate the funding landscape and connect with financial resources.
Dr. Terrence Duncan, a seasoned management consultant and owner of J.I. Enterprises LLC, will facilitate the cohort for small business owners where they will learn about business financing essentials and receive tools they need to secure funding, understand lender expectations and prepare for financing applications.
Sessions will be held every Wednesday from 5:30pm- 7:30pm. CT, beginning May 14.
Join us for an informative event designed to equip small business owners with the knowledge and tools they need to secure funding and build long-term financial wellness. Hear from Jo Ann May of the Illinois SBDC and Working Credit on strategies to improve credit readiness, understand funding options and navigate the capital landscape.
The session will include:
This session is designed to help small business owners understand what lenders expect and how to prepare thoroughly when seeking funding. Opening remarks and reflections will be shared by Dr. Terrence Duncan and Shaneal Clayborne from the City of East St. Louis. The featured guest speaker will be Neha Ursani from BMO Bank who will help you build confidence and clarity as you take the next steps in your capital journey.
The final session brings everything together with a virtual capital fair and live lender matchmaking to help you turn preparation into opportunity. Dr. Terrence Duncan and Shaneal Clayborne from the City of East St. Louis will open the session with reflections and next-step encouragement.
