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 […]
Accessing Capital for Your Business
Early-stage companies occasionally need capital assistance to stay afloat and finance their day-to-day operations. Despite this, many small businesses and startups find it difficult to get access to capital. Join Tanya Kelley and Samantha Cross,our Business Advisors to hear potential sources of capital for entrepreneurs. Topics include: Credit score Bank loans – Personal loans – […]
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 […]
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!
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!
Financing Your Small Business: Accessing Capital (eLearning)
Early-stage companies occasionally need capital assistance to stay afloat and finance their day-to-day operations. Despite this, many small businesses and startups find it difficult to get access to capital. Join Tanya Kelley and Samantha Cross,our Business Advisors to hear potential sources of capital for entrepreneurs. Topics include: Credit score Bank loans – Personal loans – […]
What You Need To Know About Business Lending (eLearning)
Thinking of applyingfor a business loan? Get tips about what you should knowbeforeapplying. Discover what lenders are looking for and what you need to do to get ready. Start planning your business finances now! Run time: 40 minutes eLearning:This session is part of WBDC’s Library, providing you easy access to train at your pace, on […]
WBDC Information Session: Child Care Business Grants Overview (eLearning)
The Women’s Business Development Council(WBDC)is AGAIN offering grants to qualifiedchild carebusinesses in Connecticutthrough its Child Care Business Opportunity Fund.TheOpportunity Fundis designed to helplicensedand aspiringchild carebusinesses grow!The Fundhas grant programstargeting different stages of business, from start-ups to those ready to expand their business. The next round of grant applications open on August 12th! Join this info […]
WBDC Ignite Grant Information Session – Summer 2025 (eLearning)
Join this on-demand information session to learn about the Women’s Business Development Council’s Ignite Grant. 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, […]