Join us for the April 1st Eastern Plains Chamber Breakfast, a monthly opportunity to build relationships, stay informed, and support local businesses.
Networking begins at 7:00 AM, followed by the meeting starting promptly at 7:30 AM.
Our breakfast sponsor is Pueblo Bank & Trust. The main presenter will be Patriot Applied Learning Campus, who will share information about their applied learning approach and the impact they are making in our community.
Location: Grace Community Church, Falcon, Colorado.
Members and guests are welcome. We encourage you to attend and take advantage of this opportunity to connect with other professionals in the Eastern Plains business community.
Facilitator: Becky Fuller, Sr. Credit Analyst with Colorado Enterprise Fund
Title: Getting Loan Ready: How Lenders Evaluate Risk and What It Means for Your Business Description: What really happens after you submit a loan application? For many business owners, the underwriting process can feel like a mystery. In this interactive workshop, participants will gain an insider’s perspective on how underwriters evaluate risk and make lending decisions.
Attendees will learn how lenders assess financial health, identify potential red flags, and determine whether a business is a strong candidate for financing. The session will also cover practical steps entrepreneurs can take to strengthen their financial profile, reduce perceived risk, and position their business for successful funding opportunities.
Whether you are preparing to apply for financing now or simply want to better understand how lenders think, this workshop will give you the knowledge needed to approach the process with confidence. Topics Covered:
An overview of the underwriting process and how lending decisions are made
The key financial indicators underwriters evaluate (cash flow, credit, debt, and financial statements)
How lenders assess and measure risk in small businesses
Common red flags that can delay or derail financing applications
The documents and financial information underwriters expect to see
Practical steps business owners can take to strengthen their financial profile and become more “loan ready”
Strategies for presenting your business in the strongest possible position when seeking financing
This is a sponsored Lunch & Learn!!! Patriot Applied Learning Campus will be providing Lunch! more info...