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SUMMARY:Capital Readiness For Farm & Food Businesses Workshop - In Person
DESCRIPTION:Food & Farm Loan Readiness \nAccessing capital can be an important step in starting\, sustaining\, or growing a farm or agricultural business. This workshop helps Oregon producers understand their financing options and learn how to prepare before approaching a lender. \nParticipants will learn about different types of agricultural lenders and loan products\, including USDA/FSA programs\, Farm Credit\, CDFIs\, traditional banks\, and SBA-backed financing. The workshop will also cover the 5 C’s of credit\, the financial documents lenders typically review\, and practical steps to strengthen loan readiness. \nParticipants will walk through the loan application process from determining how much financing they need to application\, underwriting\, approval\, and funding. The workshop will also introduce common lending terminology and connect participants with Oregon agricultural resources that can support their next steps. \nTopics include: \n\nFarm ownership\, operating\, equipment\, emergency\, and specialty loan options\nUSDA/FSA\, Farm Credit\, CDFIs\, banks\, and other lending sources\nThe 5 C’s of credit and what lenders evaluate\nFinancial statements\, cash flow projections\, tax returns\, and other application documents\nPreparing a farm business plan and strengthening financial readiness\nWhat to expect during the loan application and underwriting process\nOregon agricultural resources for financing\, training\, and technical assistance\n\nPresenter: Gabriela Vazquez – Loan Officer\, Business Impact NW \n \nAs a dedicated Loan Officer\, Gabriela combines deep financial expertise with an entrepreneurial mindset to guide clients through the lending process.  Her approach is built on a five-year foundation in professional loan counseling\, where she helped clients with debt management and personalized financial coaching. Additionally\, Gabriela has two years of experience as a business owner\, which has provided her with a firsthand understanding of commercial operations and self-employed income analysis. \nThis training will be presented in-person at: 301 A Street West\, Vale\, OR 97918 \nFunding Acknowledgement: \nFunding for this workshop was made possible by a grant/cooperative agreement from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Agricultural Marketing Service. Its contents are solely the responsibility of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official views of the USDA \nCost Statement: \nThere is no cost to attend. Workshops are sponsored by the Oregon Department of Agriculture. \n      
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/capital-readiness-workshop-in-person/
LOCATION:Private: 301 A Street West\, 301 A Street West\, Vale\, OR\, 97918\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Business Impact NW":MAILTO:coaching@businessimpactnw.org
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SUMMARY:Square One: Introduction to Entrepreneurship
DESCRIPTION:Have a business idea but aren’t sure where to start? \nJoin us for Square One: Introduction to Entrepreneurship\, an interactive workshop designed for aspiring entrepreneurs ready to take their first step toward starting a business. \nWhether you’re developing an idea or exploring what it takes to become a business owner\, this workshop will introduce you to the fundamentals of entrepreneurship and connect you with helpful business resources. \nWhether you’re new to Business Impact NW\, just starting out\, in need of coaching or ready to apply for a loan\, this course will introduce you to the programs and services we offer\, give you the opportunity to schedule meetings with a business coach\, and offer specific information regarding our lending process as it applies to you individually. \n\nThe steps in starting a business.\nTypes of business organizations.\nInformation on writing a business plan.\nHow (and why) to do market research.\nWhat lenders look for when applying for a business loan.\nThe importance of developing a cash flow projection\, and how to do it.\n\nPresented in collaboration with the Idaho Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and Business Impact NW. This is an in-person event held at the Idaho Hispanic Chamber of Commerce – 5465 E Terra Linda Way\, Nampa\, ID 83687.
URL:https://businessimpactnw.org/event/square-one-introduction-to-entrepreneurship/
LOCATION:Idaho Hispanic Chamber of Commerce\, 5465 E Terra Linda Way\, Nampa\, ID\, 83687\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-person
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ORGANIZER;CN="Idaho Women's Business Center (IWBC)":MAILTO:iwbc@businessimpactnw.org
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