The University of Georgia Small Business Development Center will offer the following classes: Myths & Realities of Financing and Grants on June 9th from 5-7 pm ($35 per person) and  Alternative Financing in Today’s Market Place (What’s Available When the Bank Says No) on June 16th from 10:00 am to noon (Free). Both events will be held at the Gainesville SBDC offices located at The Featherbone Communiversity, 999 Chestnut Street, Gainesville, GA 30501. Pre-registration is required.

Myths & Realities of Financing & Grants will give participants an overview of the lending environment in Georgia with discussion of myths in the financing process, common barriers faced, lending programs available, development of a business plan or loan proposal, and strategy for accessing capital. Cost is $35 per person and pre-registration is required. Register online at www.georgiasbdc.org or contact Morgan Blakley at 770-531-5681 for more information.

Alternative Financing in Today’s Market Place (What’s Available When the Bank Says No) discusses the use of working capital term loans to finance day-to-day operations. You will want to attend this informative program if you are considering starting a new business venture or have the need for additional working capital for your existing business.  There is no cost for this program, however, pre-registration is required. Register online at www.georgiasbdc.org or contact Morgan Blakley at 770-531-5681 for more information.

Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration.

Contact info:

Morgan Blakley

Program Coordinator - The University of Georgia SBDC

770-531-5681   

mblakley@georgiasbdc.org