East Hartford, CT — The Connecticut Small Business Development Center (CTSBDC), SBA- Connecticut, and Central Connecticut State University will host a Small Business Lending Expo on March 27, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM at Central Connecticut State University’s Alumni Hall, located at 1615 Stanley Street, New Britain, CT 06050.
This in-person event is designed for small businesses, entrepreneurs, start-ups, and existing businesses to engage with SBA lenders and explore options for working capital and financing for operations and expansion, including fixed assets and real estate.
The expo will feature bankers and lenders from across Connecticut. Attendees will have the opportunity to discuss business financing needs and learn about available products and services. SBA Resource Partners and stakeholders will also be present to provide information on business counseling, training, and mentoring opportunities.
The schedule includes:
- 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM: Lending Expo
- 9:30 AM: Workshop – “Knowing Your Numbers”
- 10:30 AM: Workshop – “Learning the Lending Process”
Refreshments will be provided. Check-in begins at 8:30 AM. Walk-ins are welcome, and free parking is available.
For more information and to register, please visit CTSBDC’s event page.
Contact:
Sylina.Jacobs@SBA.gov
Begona.sevilla_fernandez@uconn.edu