Posted on: Friday, February 23, 2007
Startups, small businesses can get SBA helping hand
Advertiser Staff
The U.S. Small Business Administration will hold its popular "Business Loan Blitzes" next month to help startup businesses as well as small-business owners who are seeking capital to expand and diversify.
SBA specialists will be joined by experts from local and Mainland lenders, and management and technical assistance providers at the forums. Participants will be able to discuss specific financing needs and compare and find the best financing vehicle for their company.
The events are set for:
Kaua'i, March 27, 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Kaua'i Vet Center, Room 3. To set an appointment and determine your eligibility for SBA financing, call (808) 541-2990, ext. 212, or write to kimberly.hite@sba.gov.
Big Island, March 28, 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Kealakehe High School. Call (808) 541-2990, ext. 211, or write to mary.dale@sba.gov.
Maui, March 29, 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Maui Economic Opportunity, Room 2. Call (808) 541-2990, ext. 210, or write to jerry.hirata@sba.gov.
O'ahu, March 30, 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Kapi'olani Community College, 'Ohi'a Building. Call 541-2990, ext. 211, or write to mary.dale@sba.gov.