Conversations That Matter: Understanding SBA Funding: What Every Small Business Owner Needs to Know

Are you a small business owner looking to grow, expand, or invest in your operations but unsure how to access the capital you need?

Join us for our Conversations That Matter webinar, where we sit down with Shelley Gillis, Outreach and Marketing Specialist for the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), for an insightful chat designed specifically for business owners like you.

We'll cut through the confusion around SBA financing — breaking down programs like the 7(a) and 504 loan programs and other key SBA resources, explaining how the SBA partners with your local bank rather than lending directly to businesses, and demystifying the process so you walk away with a clear understanding of the options available to you.

But that's not all — we'll also explore the SBA's Made in America manufacturing initiative and what it could mean for businesses in our region that produce, assemble, or supply goods right here in Berkshire County.

Whether you're exploring financing for the first time or looking to take your business to the next level, this is your opportunity to get real answers from someone with direct knowledge and experience.

After our 20-minute conversation, we’ll open things up for your questions—so feel free to jump in and be part of the discussion!

Hosted by: Rob DelMastro, Regional Director MSBDC - Berkshire Region