# Event Details - **Event Name**: The Growth Ledger Collider - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 17 Sep, 2026 at 01:00 pm – Thu, 17 Sep, 2026 at 04:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event Description**: Get ready to mix ideas and ignite your growth strategy in a one-of-a-kind in-person meetup.About this EventThe Growth Ledger Collider: Know Your Numbers. Build Your Business. Access Capital.The Growth Ledger Collider is a hands-on business growth and financial readiness workshop designed for small-business owners, entrepreneurs, innovators, creators, founders, startups, and anyone actively building or growing a business.A strong idea and a good product can only take a business so far. Growth requires understanding your numbers, managing cash flow, knowing how much capital you need, and identifying the right type of financing for your business.This event is designed to help entrepreneurs better understand the financial side of building a business and prepare for the conversations that come with lenders, investors, partners, and other sources of capital.What You Can ExpectAttendees will participate in a practical workshop focused on the financial fundamentals that directly impact business growth, including:Understanding your key business and financial numbersCash flow and financial readinessAccounting fundamentals for growing businessesDetermining how much capital your business actually needsUnderstanding what that capital should be used forPreparing financial models and business plansBuilding presentations for investors and lendersIdentifying sources of credit, grants, lending, and investment capitalUnderstanding the differences between Venture Capital, Angel Investment, SBA Lending, Debt Financing, and BootstrappingEvaluating which financing option may be appropriate for your stage of businessPositioning your company to become more financially prepared for growthThe goal is not simply to tell entrepreneurs that capital exists. The Growth Ledger is designed to help attendees better understand whether they are ready for capital, what type of capital makes sense, and what they need to do next.The Growth Ledger Pitch CompetitionThe event will also include The Growth Ledger Pitch Competition, giving entrepreneurs an opportunity to put what they learn into practice.Participants will have the opportunity to present their businesses, explain the problem they are solving, tell their story, discuss their financial needs, and demonstrate how additional capital could help them grow.Entrepreneurs should be prepared to answer four important questions:How much capital do you need?What will you use the capital for?Where should the capital come from?Is your business financially ready to receive it?Whether you are preparing to pursue a bank loan, SBA financing, angel investment, venture capital, debt financing, grants, or simply trying to bootstrap your company more effectively, this workshop is intended to give you greater clarity about your financial position and your next steps.Who Should AttendThis event is ideal for:Small-business owners, startup founders, aspiring entrepreneurs, innovators, creators, veteran entrepreneurs, established businesses preparing for expansion, companies seeking financing, and anyone who wants to better understand the financial side of growing a business.You do not need to be actively raising capital to attend. If you are trying to build a healthier, more sustainable, and more financially prepared business, this event is for you.Event DetailsThursday, September 17, 20261:00 PM – 4:00 PMThe Andress Building717 Crockett StreetShreveport, Louisiana 71101Networking immediately following at:Marilynn’s Place4041 Fern AvenueShreveport, LouisianaPresented by Maven Scouts and Single Source Business Solutions.Know your numbers. Understand your options. Position yourself for growth. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/shreveport/the-growth-ledger-collider/100001999964812592 - **Event Categories**: business, workshops, contests, meetups - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Shreveport - **state**: LA - **country**: United States - **location**: The Andress Building - **lat**: 32.5091725 - **long**: -93.7503217 - **full address**: The Andress Building, 717 Crockett Street, Shreveport, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: The Growth Ledger Collider - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/82cea0b2582dd73d2754345458ba2c0c7097e0daaf4e0cd7157535c85b168b8a-rimg-w1200-h600-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg?v=1788792391 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is The Growth Ledger Collider being held? - **A:** The Growth Ledger Collider takes place on Thu, 17 Sep, 2026 at 01:00 pm to Thu, 17 Sep, 2026 at 04:00 pm at The Andress Building, 717 Crockett Street, Shreveport, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing The Growth Ledger Collider? - **A:** The Growth Ledger Collider is organized by Maven Scouts. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** The Growth Ledger Collider is ideal for curious learners, students, 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 Shreveport, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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