Access to Capital: Funding Strategies for Key Stages of Your Business Growth
November 17 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Access to Capital: Funding Strategies for Key Stages of Your Business Growth
đź“… November 17, 2026
đź•’ 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
đź“Ť Online
Presenter: SCORE
Lenders want to say yes, but a great idea isn’t enough
Whether you’re opening your doors, expanding a business that’s working, or planning a major move like buying property or another company, the right funding depends on what you can prove. In this practical 45-minute webinar, you’ll learn how capital follows proof, and how to build that proof one stage at a time.
You’ll learn:
- How to budget your day-one costs and build a cash reserve, and why most startups are self-funded
- The benchmarks to hit before you expand, so growth multiplies profit, not problems
- What lenders look for at each stage: coverage, track record, your own investment and collateral
- Why “need to have” beats “nice to have,” and how to show a lender exactly how a loan will pay for itself
- Where grants, crowdfunding and community lenders fit in
Ideal for small business owners who are starting up or planning to grow. All attendees receive a handout with the startup scorecard, a budget worksheet and local resources.
