# Event Details - **Event Name**: South Shore Capital and Resources Matchmaker - **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 12 Jun, 2026 at 09:00 am – Fri, 12 Jun, 2026 at 12:00 pm - **Event Description**: Calling all small business owners and entrepreneurs across the South Shore and beyond!About this EventAre you a small business owner or someone looking to start a business? Join us at the South Shore Capital and Resources Matchmaker!This small business event brings together resources and organizations that help businesses start and grow. Meet face to face with a wide range of organizations such as the Small Business Administration, the South Shore and Braintree Chambers, local banks, resource partners, and more. The South Shore Capital and Resource Fair is your one stop shop for the tools, connections and support you need for your business to succeed.You will also have the opportunity to listen in on interactive small business panel discussions:Access to Capital - learn about SBA loan programs and funding opportunities for you as a small business owner.Small Business Success - hear from local small businesses as they talk about their successes and challenges.Preliminary event schedule:9:00AM to 9:30AM: Registration/Open Networking9:30AM: Opening Remarks (speakers coming soon)9:45AM to 10:15AM: Small Business Access to Capital Panel - hear from our local lending partners in a panel moderated by Kristi Haxhiaj, Lender Relations Specialist, SBA Massachusetts District Office(Panelists: Paul Ruocco, Eastern Bank; Mike Minicucci, South Shore Bank; Michael Healy, Coastal Community Capital; Cheryl McCormick, SEED Corp)10:15AM to 10:30AM: Networking Break10:30AM to 11:00AM : Small Business Success Panel, Moderated by Shelly Gillis, Outreach and Marketing Specialist, SBA Massachusetts District Office (Panelists: coming soon)11:00AM to 12:00PM: Lender/Resource Matchmaker NetworkingLenders Attending (check back for updates as lenders confirm)Bay ColonyCitizens BankCoastal Community CapitalEastern BankM&T BankMassDevelopmentNeedham BankRockland TrustSEED CorpSouth Shore BankTD BankSmall Business Resource Organizations Attending (check back for updates as organizations confirm)Braintree Chamber of CommerceMassachusetts Office of Business DevelopmentMassachusetts Office of the Treasurer and Receiver GeneralNeighborworks Housing SolutionsSBA Massachusetts District OfficeSouth Shore Chamber of CommerceSBDC - Southeastern MA Small Business Development CenterSCORE Southeastern MAAttendance for the event is FREE. Complimentary coffee and light refreshments will be served. Parking can be found at the Braintree Town Hall and Thayer Public Library. The MBTA Braintree Red Line and Commuter Rail stop is only a 5 minute walk away.This event is organized by the Small Business Administration in partnership with the Town of Braintree, the South Shore Chamber and the Braintree Chamber.If you have questions about this event please contact Shelly Gillis at shelly.gillis@sba.gov or call 215-582-2985.Cosponsorship Authorization #26-30-C. SBA’s cooperation does not constitute or imply endorsement of any opinions, products, and/or services. All SBA programs are extended to the public on a non-discriminatory basis. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/braintree/south-shore-capital-and-resources-matchmaker/100001989397244712 - **Event Categories**: fitness, Business - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 3 hours - Location: Braintree Town Hall - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Braintree - **state**: MA - **country**: United States - **location**: Braintree Town Hall - **lat**: 42.2060506 - **long**: -71.0050564 - **full address**: Braintree Town Hall, 1 John F Kennedy Memorial Drive, Braintree, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: South Shore Capital and Resources Matchmaker - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/120bbf81482dc72dc032c40c9b3471a6c37616fa3ec27f3f4af0de2e06a77fd7-rimg-w1200-h675-dcffffff-gmir.jpg?v=1780233398 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is South Shore Capital and Resources Matchmaker being held? - **A:** South Shore Capital and Resources Matchmaker takes place on Fri, 12 Jun, 2026 at 09:00 am to Fri, 12 Jun, 2026 at 12:00 pm at Braintree Town Hall, 1 John F Kennedy Memorial Drive, Braintree, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing South Shore Capital and Resources Matchmaker? - **A:** South Shore Capital and Resources Matchmaker is organized by SBA Massachusetts District Office. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** South Shore Capital and Resources Matchmaker is ideal for professionals, entrepreneurs, startup founders, and networking enthusiasts eager to grow their connections. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Braintree, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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