Volusia Business Resources Live Presents: Funding Readiness 2025

Learn from the experts how to fund your small business or startup at Funding Readiness 2025 at the Brannon Center, New Smyrna Beach June 18

About this Event


Volusia Business Resources Live Presents: Funding Readiness 2025

LEARN FROM THE EXPERTS. GET INSPIRED.

ARE YOU...

• A small-business, home-based business or startup?
• Seeking capital to launch or grow your business?
• Overwhelmed by business funding processes?
• Looking for the best way to fund your business?

WE CAN HELP YOU...

• Identify where preparation is needed before seeking capital.
• Know what to expect from bankers & lenders before applying for funds.
• Learn how to engage angel investors and venture capital.
• Understand the types of funding options.

Entrepreneurs and small business owners will learn from the experts and gain the tools and knowledge they need to secure critical funding for their business venture .

Volusia Business Resources Funding Readiness 2025 is an event designed to help your business be ready for business funding.

Event Time:

8:00 A.M. - 1:30 P.M.

Check-in and breakfast begins at 7:45 a.m.

Program begins promptly at 8:30 a.m.

Thank You to These Supporters

• Truist Bank
• Team Volusia Economic Development Corp.
• Volusia County Economic Development
• Fairwinds Credit Union
• SouthState Bank

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Agenda


🕑: 08:30 AM - 08:40 AM
Welcome Address
Host: Samantha Bergeron, Econ Development Dir, New Smyrna Beac

🕑: 08:40 AM - 09:00 AM
Volusia Business Resources Funding Readiness Center Overview
Host: Stephanie Ford, Pres/CEO, Southeast Volusia Chamber

🕑: 09:05 AM - 09:45 AM
The 5C's of Credit – Bankers Panel
Host: Bob Ludlow, VP Commercial Lending, Truist Bank

Info: What are the 5 C's of Credit and how do they impact your ability to obtain a loan or funding? Learn directly from these funding professionals.

🕑: 09:55 AM - 10:35 AM
Organizing Your Business Finances - CPA Presentation

Info: Business leaders need a firm grasp on the financial state of their venture to make both sound and timely decisions. They must know how funds are being used and whether there are sufficient resources to sustain their vision and strategy going forward. During this discussion, learn the importance of financial management to meet your funding goals.

🕑: 10:50 AM - 12:00 PM
Funding Options 101 - Panel Discussion
Host: S. Boyd Karren, Otro Financial

Info: There are several types of funding options. Which one is right for you? This expert panel will cover the options. Excellent opportunity for Q/A.

🕑: 12:10 PM - 01:30 PM
Keynote Address w/Special Guest Al Perkinson, CEO, BAJIO Sunglasses
Host: Lou Paris, Director, Volusia County Econ Dev.

Info: Keynote speaker to be announced soon.

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