WBDC Ignite Grant Information Session (eLearning) [2026]

Join us for a recorded information session to learn about the Women’s Business Development Council’sIgniteGrant.The program offers grants of up to $10,000 to women-owned businesses in the state of Connecticut who have been in business for 2 or more years.The information session will cover eligibility requirements, what the grant can be used for,andthe applicationprocessand timeline.We […]

Small Business Funding: Meet the Lenders

Are you thinking a business loan might be in your future? Have questions about what lenders look for? Join us for a panel discussion with three lenders to talk about what makes a business “bankable” and things you can begin to do now to set yourself up for success in the future. Topics include: What […]

Financial Foundations: Business Loan Drop In

Do you have a question about applying for a business loan? Join Samantha Cross and Tanya Kelley, WBDC’s Access To Capital Advisors to get your questions answered and discover your business loan options. You can stay for the whole time or only a few minutes. We’re here for you!

Finanzas para Dueños de Negocios: Lo Básico que deberias saber

Como emprendedor, entender tus números no es opcional — es la diferencia entre sobrevivir y prosperar. En esta sesión, aprenderás a leer e interpretar los estados financieros más importantes de tu empresa, descubrirás qué herramientas de contabilidad se adaptan mejor a tu negocio, y aprenderás a proyectar el futuro de tu empresa con confianza. Porque […]

Finanzas para Dueños de Negocios: Lo Básico que deberias saber

Como emprendedor, entender tus números no es opcional — es la diferencia entre sobrevivir y prosperar. En esta sesión, aprenderás a leer e interpretar los estados financieros más importantes de tu empresa, descubrirás qué herramientas de contabilidad se adaptan mejor a tu negocio, y aprenderás a proyectar el futuro de tu empresa con confianza. Porque […]

Financial Foundations: Business Loan Drop In

Do you have a question about applying for a business loan? Join Samantha Cross and Tanya Kelley, WBDC’s Access To Capital Advisors to get your questions answered and discover your business loan options. You can stay for the whole time or only a few minutes. We’re here for you!

From Grants to Growth: Moving Beyond Free Money

Description:Grants can help you get started — but there comes a time to build sustainable growth through smart financing. This class is for business owners who have a proven track record, strong credit, and a clear growth plan but need additional capital to reach their next milestone. Learn how to confidently transition from grant funding […]

Financially Fit to Launch: How Personal Credit Fuels Business Growth

This class helps startups and early business owners get financially fit by organizing both personal and business finances in preparation for funding and long-term growth.We’llcover how personal finances impact business financing, what lenders look for, and how to organize key financial information, including budgeting, banking, credit basics, and separating personal and businessfinances.Thisclass is meant to […]

Introduction to CT Boost Fund

The Connecticut Small Business Boost Fund gives small business owners access to flexible funding for capital expenditures and working capital and connects them with support services. This fund was created to provide access to working capital for those who need it most. Learn about this new opportunity, how to get your business prepared to accept […]