SBDC: Understanding What’s Important: Financing Business Growth

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