The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) will host a small business resource summit in recognition of the Hispanic Heritage Month. The event will focus on promoting collaboration between banks and small business resource providers, highlight small business networks and programs, and provide resources that banks can utilize to support Hispanic-owned small business development and growth throughout Connecticut. The summit will help to expand bank referrals of small businesses for technical assistance from business development organizations.
Presenters:
- Moraima Gutierrez, Assistant District Director for Economic Development, US Small Business Administration
- Nelson Merchan, Business Advisor, Connecticut Small Business Development Center
- Will Meikle, Chapter Chair, SCORE Western Connecticut, Connecticut Associate District Director, Northeast Regional Director
- Ricardo Vidal, Director of Lending, Community Economic Development Fund
- Kim Hawkins, President and CEO, HEDCO
- Louis G. Silva, President, Community Investment Corporation
- Alexis Luna, Community Affairs Specialist, FDIC
When:
Tuesday, October 8, 2024 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM ET
Where:
The Maxx located at 94 Railroad Street New Milford, Connecticut 06776, registration information below.
Who should attend:
Financial institutions, Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs), non-profit organizations, foundations, faith-based organizations, government, and other stakeholders interested in identifying collaborative opportunities and stabilizing the needs of Hispanic-owned small businesses in Connecticut.
Registration Information:
To register online, click REGISTER and fill out the needed information. You will receive a confirmation email once completed.
Contact Information:
If you have any questions about the event, please email Alexis Luna at aluna@fdic.gov