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Business Funding Resource Expo

October 14, 2025 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM (EDT)

Description

Learn About Business Grants & Low-Interest Loans from 10+ Funding Organizations -  Including Non-Traditional and Low-Barrier Options!

Are you an entrepreneur, small business owner, or aspiring founder looking to take your business to the next level? Join us at the Business Funding Resource Expo to connect directly with funders and explore a variety of financing opportunities!

This event is FREE to attend and a great opportunity to learn about non-traditional funding sources, including business grants and below market rate loans, many of which have low barriers to apply. Discover the right capital solutions to help you grow, scale, or launch your business.

What to Expect:

Engaging Sessions:
Hear from over ten organizations offering grants, low-interest loan programs, and alternative financing designed specifically for small and emerging businesses.

Exclusive Networking Opportunities:
Connect with funders, resource partners, and fellow entrepreneurs who can support your growth.

Whether you're just starting out or expanding, this expo is designed to equip you with the tools, connections, and knowledge to access the capital you need.

Participating Organizations Include:

  • Liberty Bank
  • Black Business Alliance (BBA)
  • Community Investment Corporation (CIC)
  • Community Economic Development Fund (CEDF)
  • Connecticut Department of Economic & Community Development (DECD)
  • Hartford Economic Development Corporation (HEDCO)
  • Latin Financial
  • Small Business Development Center (SBDC)
  • Southeastern Connecticut Enterprise Region (seCTer)
  • U.S. Small Business Administration (US SBA)
  • Women's Business Development Council (WBDC)

**Additional exhibitor to be announced. 

Don’t miss this opportunity to unlock funding, make connections, and move your business forward. Register today!

* Please note: This event is held in conjunction with the Entrepreneur Academy’s “Access to Capital” session. With both the cohort and exhibitors on-site, parking will be extremely limited. Attendees are encouraged to plan ahead and use nearby street parking. 


Parking Map: Green highlights available street parking, and Red marks nearby parking garages. All options are within a 5-minute walk to the Regional Innovation Center


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Name: Kevin Zhang
Email: Kzhang@chamberect.com
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