Join NWNC for an engaging hour-long webinar on capital access and our new program with Business Oregon, the State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI). This webinar will introduce what this initiative means for small business owners in Oregon, as well as offer a breakdown of grants, loans, and venture capital available through Business Oregon programs. This workshop will also cover the importance of personal credit for business funding and an overview of the tools and support NWNC has to offer for achieving investor readiness.

This webinar will be facilitated by NWNC’s new Business Capital Advancement Specialist, Ella Sagarra-Llach. Ella Sagarra-Llach (esagarra@nwnc.org) is a Hispanic-Latina financial specialist with four years of experience in the financial industry. She speaks fluent Spanish, enabling her to support a diverse range of clients. Ella’s passion lies in helping small business owners, particularly within Native and underserved communities, access the funding and resources needed to thrive.Ella can work with you to develop business plans, prepare financial statements, and ensure you’re investor-ready. This webinar will be the first of our skill-building SSBCI series, including workshops on financial management, legal compliance, and other essential business skills.

Key Concepts Covered:

• What is SSBCI and How It Helps Your Business
• Types of Capital Available and Finding the Best Fit
• Navigating SSBCI and Other Capital Sources in Oregon
• Discussion and Q&A

Who Should Attend: Small business owners and those wanting to learn about accessing capital through public and private funding, as well as learn about personal credit scores and how to improve it