Business Financing, Loans and Grants Calendar
ASBDC Online Classes
These online learning programs require about 3-hours to complete. To register for any of the following programs, contact the ASBDC Lead Center at 1-800-862-2040 or (501) 324-9043 or click on the Register Now button to register online.
Seminar Highlights: is a comprehensive ten-part online course on the tactics of how money is really raised for small business formation. The course examines the sources of available capital and provides an overview concerning the difference between debt and equity. The course also walks you through the maze of financial terms and tactics necessary to successfully identify and secure money for a new business venture. Finally, the course discusses the perils of using credit cards to finance a business, angel investors and venture capitalists, and the $20,000 to $50,000 financing dilemma. more
Seminar Highlights: This online course provides a comprehensive how-to look at creating projected income statements, cash flow statements, and balance sheets. An essential skill in securing outside financing and in managing a business. more
Seminar Highlights: This online course details the exact set of steps necessary in preparing a comprehensive loan package request. Each of the forms and requirements are explained and included. From initial readiness tests to help with advanced topics such as U.S. Small Business Administration loans, this online course lays it on the line concerning what a lender is really looking for and how they evaluate loan requests. more
Seminar Highlights: The course presents practical tactics on how to identify and secure different types of capital including seed capital, angel capital, and venture capital. The process used by different kinds of investors is presented and the tools for completing the fund-raising process are presented. Special focus is given to the federal and state laws that govern the capital and securities process. more
UA, Fayetteville SBTDC
To register for any of the following programs, contact the UA, Fayetteville SBTDC at (479) 575-5148.
Seminar Highlights: The U.S. Small Business Administration loan program has helped thousands of small companies get started, expand, and prosper. This seminar will discuss what an SBA loan is, eligibility requirements, and how to apply for an SBA loan. Those seeking to finance new business start-ups or business purchases and those seeking to expand their existing business are encouraged to attend. Registration is Required.
Speaker: Pat Walker, U.S. Small Business Administration
SAU Magnolia SBTDC
To register for any of the following programs, contact the SAU Magnolia SBTDC at (870) 235-5033.
Seminar Highlights: This a hands-on course focused on the balance sheet, income statement, and statement of cash flow. This seminar is designed to introduce financial statements to existing and potential business owners to increase understanding of the information that is generated from internal accounting software or an account. Attendees will be introduces to the uses of the financial statements, basic principles, the types of statements, how they are interrelated and analyzing statements using industry ratios.
Speaker: Paul Considine, SAU ASBTDC Center Director
Cosponsor: CABS
UA-Monticello SBTDC
To register for any of the following programs, contact the UA-Monticello SBTDC at (870) 222-4900.
Seminar Highlights: Starting a business? Purchasing or refinancing one? We'll walk you through the basics of getting a business loan, determining how much cash is needed, and how to manage that key to survival.
Speaker: ASBTDC Representative
Cosponsor: Monticello Drew County Chamber of Commerce