6/25/2025
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM MST

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Lenders & Lunch: Access to Capital for Small Business Owners

Funding Your Future: Creciendo Juntos with B:Side Fund & Capital ("Growing Together")

Sponsored by B:Side Fund & Capital

Workshop Description
This interactive Lenders & Lunch workshop is designed to empower small business owners with a clear, practical understanding of how to access funding through B:Side Fund & Capital. Participants will explore tailored financing options, receive guidance through the application process, and gain insight into tools and strategies that position their businesses for growth. With a focus on cultural relevance and hands-on support, Creciendo Juntos provides a welcoming environment to move from financial uncertainty to action. The session includes small business resources, live assistance, and post-event office hours to complete or troubleshoot loan applications.

*Attendees are encouraged to bring a laptop or smartphone to complete their application actively during the session.

What You’ll Learn: By the end of this session, you will:

• Understand the different types of small business loans offered by B:Side Fund & Capital, and which are best suited for their business needs
• Learn how to prepare a strong loan application, including organizing financials, writing a business narrative, and gathering key documents.
• Gain clarity on lender expectations and how to avoid common pitfalls that lead to application delays or denials.
• Explore the tools and technical support available through B:Side University for continued business success.
• Begin or complete their own loan application with hands-on guidance and real-time feedback.

Receive personalized help through 1:1 consultations to fill gaps, ask questions, and move forward with confidence.

Setting: In-Person
Albuquerque Hispano Chamber of Commerce Boardroom
1309 Fourth Street SW
Albuquerque, NM 87102
UNITED STATES

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Tashina Silversmith
(phone: 5058429003)

Agenda

11:15 AM– 11:45 AM | Registration & Welcome Lunch

1. Networking and introductions

2. Registration for 1:1 afternoon sessions with Marie Peters

11:45 AM – 12:15 PM | Understanding Small Business Loan Options

We’ll guide attendees through the foundations of small business financing, including:

1. Importance of separating personal and business finances

2. Key documents lenders typically require (e.g., P&L statements, tax returns)

3. Overview of B:Side loan products:

4. Working capital

5. Equipment purchases

6. Inventory

7. Business acquisition

8. Debt refinancing

9. Credit builder loans

10. Rural express

11. Tips for a successful loan application

12. Ongoing support through B:Side University and technical assistance

12:15 PM – 1:00 PM | Hands-On Application Walkthrough: Let’s Start Your Application

Participants will follow along step-by-step to complete their loan application:

1. Business information section

2. Eligibility

3. Financials: understanding net income, business debt schedule

4. How to estimate loan amounts and monthly payments

5. Business plan narrative

6. Uploading supporting documents
   
   *Attendees are encouraged to bring a laptop or smartphone to actively complete their application during the session.

1:00 PM – 4:00 PM | Office Hours + 1:1 Guidance with Marie: Let’s Work Together

Private 15-minute sessions with Marie for personalized support:

1. Review incomplete applications

2. Fill in documentation gaps

3. Use an amortization schedule to explore repayment options

4. Troubleshoot application questions

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