Many small businesses are financially challenged and are seeking traditional and alternative sources of funding.  Our forum will offer a variety of funding options available to grow or expand a profitable small business venture.

Understanding what a lender will ask and need from you is the first step to obtaining funding.  Are you ready?  How do you know if you are ready?  Here is a quick test:  Below is a list of a few terms the lender will use during the loan process.  Do you have a good understanding of the terms and what the lender’s requirement of each are?

Equity Injection
Debt Service Coverage Ratio
Debt-to-Income
Global Cash Flow
Credit Score
Total Project Cost
Collateral
If your answer is no, then this is the class for you!  The objective of this 1-hour workshop is to help participants gain a better and more clear understanding of what lenders look for when potential borrowers are seeking a loan.  Don’t wait.  Seats are limited!  Sign up today.

COST: No fee though registration is required.
LOCATION: Cunningham Conference Center, Downstairs Training Room, 3100 Gentian Blvd., Columbus, GA  31907

For more information, call 706-569-2651 or email columbus@georgiasbdc.org

Everyday each of us hear of the multiple incidents of cyber attacks hitting businesses around the country. Whether the attacks are criminal in nature, initiated through state actors, or from a lone hacker sitting at their computer, they each can have a devastating effect on a small business. 

#CyberStrength 2019 will explore and challenge the business owner/IT professional to prepare and strengthen their cybersecurity plan using the compliance requirements under NIST SP 800-171, Rev. 1 as a guide. Whether a government contractor or involved within a supply chain environment, this training will better position your company to take advantage of the opportunities provided by having a strong cybersecurity posture.  

- Increase your ability to secure Federal/DOD contracts in FY 2019 and beyond by understanding the compliance requirements (NIST SP 800-171, Rev. 1) triggered by DFARS 252.204-7012.

- Increase your marketability within a supply chain network.

Registration at 8:30 am 

This seminar will cover all aspects of how to become certified and registered and the benefits for small businesses participating in the 8(a), Small Disadvantaged Business (SDB) and Historically Underutilized Business Zones (HUBZones), Woman Owned Business and Veteran Owned Business.

ENROLLMENT:
Applicants MUST be accepted before they can enroll. (Applications are reviewed to ensure competitive conflicts are minimized.) Once approved, register and pay before October 18th (Early Bird Discount) and tuition will be $595 per qualified applicant. A discount code will be given at the time of approval. After October 18th, tuition will return to full price of $895. This program is made available to qualified applicants by the generous support and partnerships of our Statewide Sponsor, Georgia Power. For more information visit: https://www.georgiasbdc.org/growsmart/

Rev your digital marketing engine! Accelerate Your Digital Marketing is an interactive course designed to teach small business owners and key employees how to be successful in the digital landscape. Early Bird Discount available!

Understanding what a lender will ask and need from you is the first step to obtaining funding.  Are you ready?  How do you know if you are ready?  Here is a quick test:  Below is a list of a few terms the lender will use during the loan process.  Do you have a good understanding of the terms and what the lender’s requirement of each are?

Equity Injection
Debt Service Coverage Ratio
Debt-to-Income
Global Cash Flow
Credit Score
Total Project Cost
Collateral
If your answer is no, then this is the class for you!  The objective of this 1-hour workshop is to help participants gain a better and more clear understanding of what lenders look for when potential borrowers are seeking a loan.  Don’t wait.  Seats are limited!  Sign up today.

COST: No fee though registration is required.
LOCATION: Cunningham Conference Center, Downstairs Training Room, 3100 Gentian Blvd., Columbus, GA  31907

For more information, call 706-569-2651 or email columbus@georgiasbdc.org

Understanding what a lender will ask and need from you is the first step to obtaining funding.  Are you ready?  How do you know if you are ready?  Here is a quick test:  Below is a list of a few terms the lender will use during the loan process.  Do you have a good understanding of the terms and what the lender’s requirement of each are?

Equity Injection
Debt Service Coverage Ratio
Debt-to-Income
Global Cash Flow
Credit Score
Total Project Cost
Collateral
If your answer is no, then this is the class for you!  The objective of this 1-hour workshop is to help participants gain a better and more clear understanding of what lenders look for when potential borrowers are seeking a loan.  Don’t wait.  Seats are limited!  Sign up today.

COST: No fee though registration is required.
LOCATION: Cunningham Conference Center, Downstairs Training Room, 3100 Gentian Blvd., Columbus, GA  31907

For more information, call 706-569-2651 or email columbus@georgiasbdc.org

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