Understanding SSBCI: Loans, Technical Assistance, Opportunities for Small Businesses

This informational training explains how the State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI) supports small businesses through access to financing and targeted technical assistance. Participants will gain an overview of available resources, learn how technical assistance can improve loan readiness, and explore loan programs designed to expand capital opportunities for small business owners. Many small businesses struggle to access capital, not because they lack potential, but because they may be early‑stage, missing formal financial records, unsure how to present their business to a lender, or recovering from past challenges. SSBCI recognizes that successful access to capital often requires preparation and guidance, not just funding. Through technical assistance in finance, accounting, and legal, the program helps businesses strengthen their foundations and position themselves for long‑term success.

Speaker(s): LSBDC Kelly Raney, Louisiana Economic Development

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Fee: No Cost