Understanding What’s Important: Financing Business Growth

Date: 3/23/2026
Time: 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM (EDT)
Registration Deadline: 3/22/2026 5:00 PM (EDT)
Fee: No Fee

Point of Contact: Diane McFarland

Program Format: Online Meeting (Live)
Training Topics: Business Financing
Description:

Join this SBDC training offers small business owners a clear overview of how banks evaluate financing requests and support business growth. Participants will learn about common lending products, key financial ratios, and the “6 C’s of Credit” used by lenders to assess risk and readiness. The session also highlights working capital needs, fraud protection, SBA loan benefits, and strategic planning considerations to help businesses prepare for productive banking relationships and informed growth decisions. Presenter, Thais Falavigna; Senior Vice President | M&T Bank Chesapeake Business Banking | Senior Relationship Manager

Instructions: The log-on link will be included in the registration confirmation email.

Registration Policies:

Registration and Fees: Payment of seminar fees may be made by check, money order or credit card. Payment must be received to guarantee your space in an event. You may receive special payment instructions by email once you register to the event

Refund Policy: If you wish to request a refund, please contact the conference organizer listed above to discuss. You may also elect to send a substitute in your place. If the event is cancelled, all fees will be returned.

Special Accommodations: In accordance with the American Disabilities Act and state law, you may request accommodations due to a disability by contacting the event organizer listed above. Advance notice may be necessary for some accommodations. Registration must be paid prior to accommodation requests.