Are you ready to take your business to the next level? Join us for an exclusive panel discussion with leading financial institutions that will share insights on what it takes to make your business bankable. Representatives from Frost Bank, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), Texas Regional Bank, and LiftFund will provide expert perspectives on preparing a strong business plan, securing funding, and navigating today’s lending environment.

Highlights:

  • How to make your business plan “lender ready”
  • What banks and lenders look for when evaluating loan applications
  • The role of the SBA in supporting small business financing
  • Strategies to increase your chances of loan approval

This session is geared toward entrepreneurs seeking startup or growth funding, small business owners preparing to approach lenders, and anyone wanting to better understand financing options.

Breakfast provided. 

Presenters:

Daniel Luu, Business Advisor, Fort Bend SBDC

Winston Labbé, Deputy District Director, U.S. Small Business Administration – Houston Office

Valerie Maher, Lead Economic Development Specialist, U.S. Small Business Administration – Houston Office

Sheri Gillespie, Vice President, Frost Bank

Lisa Ta, Senior Vice President, Texas Regional Bank

Francisco Gonzalez, SBA Business Development Officer, LiftFund

It is imperative to add sbdctraining@uh.edu to your approved senders’ list to be able to receive event confirmations for SBDC events.

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