The series begins with an in-person workshop, Funding Fundamentals: Lenders and Finance 101, on Wednesday, June 3 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM at 76 Cotton Mill Hill Brattleboro, VT 05301. This session will provide participants with a foundational introduction to business finance, including common lending terminology, an overview of financing options, and guidance on how to prepare for meeting with lenders. Attendees will also have the opportunity to connect directly with local commercial lenders and resource partners.
The series continues with a virtual workshop on Wednesday, June 10 at 5:00 PM titled Understanding Business Credit, presented by Stephen Robert, CEO of Bedrock Credit America. This session will focus specifically on how business owners can build, interpret, and improve their credit profiles, and how credit impacts access to financing. Drawing on Bedrock Credit America’s educational approach, the workshop will provide practical guidance on credit structure, common pitfalls, and strategies for strengthening credit over time.
The final offering in the series is a focused mini session on Wednesday, June 17 from 4:00 PM to 4:30 PM, Not All Capital is Equal: How to Avoid Financing Traps. This session will walk through an example case study of an existing business and examine the true cost of various financing options, including processor advance loans commonly offered through platforms such as Square. Participants will see a live calculation of repayment structures and gain a clearer understanding of how different loan products impact cash flow and long-term business health.
