Raymond Graves
SBA Smaill Buisness Administration
216-522-4192
raymond.graves@sba.gov
SBA Small Business Administration
Meet the Lenders
This is a matchmaking event which will link small businesses with financing needs to active and engaged lenders. The program is designed to help you get a loan for your small business. Our target attendee has a small business at least a year old, is considering a bank loan application, but unsure how to start.
At this program you will:
- Speak with multiple SBA-backed lenders over the course of single morning. Interviews are private and one-on-one.
- Introduce yourself and your business needs, get critical feedback from lenders, and begin the loan application process.
- Get a feel for what lenders are looking for in a friendly, no pressure, neutral environment.
- Significantly improve your chances of getting a loan for your business!
Participating lenders are actively making loans, with support and oversight from the U.S. Small Business Administration.
Startup businesses must have completed a business plan to attend the event. Existing businesses should bring either a business plan or an executive summary introducing their business and their needs. All attendees should have a prepared loan request detailing their proposed sources and uses of funds.
Get assistance in preparing for the program at one of these partner entities:
- Cleveland State University SBDC: 216.321.1633
- Hispanic Business Center SBDC: 216.281.4422
- Urban League SBDC: 216.622.0999
- Women’s Business Center: 216.912.5655
- SCORE Chapter 30: 216.522.4194
RSVP is required to attend:
RSVP to: raymond.graves@sba.gov
or 216-522-4192