# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Capital Kickoff: Funding Pathways for FIFA Ready Businesses
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 05 Feb, 2026 at 11:30 am – Thu, 05 Feb, 2026 at 01:30 pm
- **Event Description**: Prepare your business to access capital, build capacity, and position for FIFA World Cup opportunities—and beyond.About this EventAbout This EventThe FIFA World Cup will bring increased demand, visibility, and contracting opportunities to North Texas businesses. However, many businesses are not capital-ready—and are often declined funding due to misalignment between their business stage, operations, and financial strategy.Capital Kickoff: Funding Pathways for FIFA-Ready Businesses is a 90-minute, in-person session that brings together lenders, capital providers, and ecosystem partners to help entrepreneurs understand how to prepare for funding opportunities tied to FIFA—and beyond.This session combines real-world insights, interactive tools, and small-group discussions to help businesses assess where they are today and what steps matter most next.Who Should AttendThis event is designed for:Small business owners and entrepreneurs (early-stage through growth-stage)Businesses interested in FIFA-related opportunities (vendors, services, procurement)Entrepreneurs preparing to apply for loans, grants, or contractsBusiness support organizations and ecosystem partnersCommunity lenders, banks, and CDFIsWhat You’ll LearnAttendees will gain insight into:What types of capital are realistic before FIFACommon reasons businesses are not approved for fundingWhat funders are truly assessing beyond the business ideaHow to align capital, capacity, and contractsHow to position your business for post-FIFA growth, not just short-term winsSession Format & Agenda HighlightsOpening ContextSetting the stage for opportunity, urgency, and what’s coming next for DFW businesses.Fireside Chat Hear directly from:Local Lenders & CDFI RepresentativesFIFA Dallas RepresentativeInteractive Capital Readiness AssessmentParticipants complete a digital assessment linking business stage to appropriate capital pathways.Capital Pathways Breakouts (Small Groups)Facilitated discussions led by bank and CDFI representatives based on business stage:Call to Action & NetworkingLearn about next-step support options and connect informally with lenders and peers.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/dallas/capital-kickoff-funding-pathways-for-fifa-ready-businesses/100001980676484684
- **Event Categories**: business
- **Interested Audience**: 
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## Ticket Details

- **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD

## Event venue details

- **city**: Dallas
- **state**: TX
- **country**: United States
- **location**: South Dallas Fair Park Innovation Center
- **lat**: 32.774105
- **long**: -96.7633169
- **full address**: South Dallas Fair Park Innovation Center, 3225 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Dallas, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Capital Kickoff: Funding Pathways for FIFA Ready Businesses being held?
  - **A:** Capital Kickoff: Funding Pathways for FIFA Ready Businesses takes place on Thu, 05 Feb, 2026 at 11:30 am to Thu, 05 Feb, 2026 at 01:30 pm at South Dallas Fair Park Innovation Center, 3225 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Dallas, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Capital Kickoff: Funding Pathways for FIFA Ready Businesses?
  - **A:** Capital Kickoff: Funding Pathways for FIFA Ready Businesses is organized by Lewis & Associates LLC..
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Capital Kickoff: Funding Pathways for FIFA Ready Businesses is ideal for learners, working professionals, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Dallas, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Capital Kickoff: Funding Pathways for FIFA Ready Businesses sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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