# Event Details - **Event Name**: South Coast Capital and Resources Matchmaker - **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 21 Oct, 2026 at 09:00 am – Wed, 21 Oct, 2026 at 12:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: Are you a Manufacturer or Small Business? Meet lenders and learn about the resources available in Massachusetts to help your business grow.About this EventAre you a small business owner, a small manufacturer, or someone looking to start a business? Join us at the South Coast 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 entities such as the Small Business Administration, One South Coast Chamber, local banks, resource partners, and more. The South Coast 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 and manufacturers as they talk about their successes and challenges.Preliminary event schedule:9:00AM to 9:30AM: Registration/Open Networking9:30AM: Opening RemarksOne South Coast Chamber President Mike O'SullivanSBA Massachusetts District Director Keegan Shepardson9:35AM 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 OfficePanelists: Michael Healy, Coastal Community Capital; Angie LaPerriere, SEED Corp; Matt Collins, Rockland Trust; Keith Lavimodiere, Bank 510:15AM to 10:30AM: Networking Break10:30AM to 11:00AM : Small Business Success Panel, hear the stories of local small businesses and manufacturers in a panel moderated by Shelly Gillis, Outreach and Marketing Specialist, SBA Massachusetts District OfficePanelists: To Be Announced11:00AM to 12:00PM: Lender/Resource Matchmaker NetworkingLenders Attending (list will be updated as more confirm)Bank 5Bristol County SavingsCitizens BankCoastal Community CapitalEastern BankM&T BankMassDevelopmentNew Bedford Economic Development Council (NBEDC)North Easton SavingsRockland TrustSEED CorpTD BankSmall Business Resource Organizations Attending (to be updated as more confirm)Massachusetts Office of Business Development (MOBD)Massachusetts Office of the Treasurer and Receiver GeneralOne South Coast ChamberSBA Massachusetts District OfficeSBDC - Southeastern MA Small Business Development CenterSCORE Southeastern MA Cape Cod and Islands ChapterUS Department of Agriculture (USDA)Attendance for the event is FREE. Complimentary coffee and light refreshments will be served.This event is organized by the Small Business Administration in partnership with One South Coast Chamber.If you have questions about this event please contact Shelly Gillis at shelly.gillis@sba.gov or call 215-582-2985.Cosponsorship Authorization No: 26-35-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/westport/south-coast-capital-and-resources-matchmaker/100001998361374666 - **Event Categories**: business - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 3 hours - Location: White's of Westport - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Westport - **state**: MA - **country**: United States - **location**: White's of Westport - **lat**: 41.6794488 - **long**: -71.1145722 - **full address**: White's of Westport, 66 State Road, Westport, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: South Coast Capital and Resources Matchmaker - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/cbfedb1edaf1f25b70265cd433449c2ae623d6919015c47c3054c306daee99a7-rimg-w1200-h675-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg?v=1790057826 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is South Coast Capital and Resources Matchmaker being held? - **A:** South Coast Capital and Resources Matchmaker takes place on Wed, 21 Oct, 2026 at 09:00 am to Wed, 21 Oct, 2026 at 12:00 pm at White's of Westport, 66 State Road, Westport, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing South Coast Capital and Resources Matchmaker? - **A:** South Coast Capital and Resources Matchmaker is organized by SBA Massachusetts District Office. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** South Coast 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 Westport, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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