The Winston-Salem Women's Business Center

Capital Connection$: Funding Strategies for Small Business Owners ?? Thinking about funding your business? Learn from real entrepreneurs who’ve successfully secured capital and navigated the funding process! ?? Tomorrow Wednesday at 12 PM – Join an insightful panel discussion, supported by Piedmont Federal Bank, featuring entrepreneurs who’ve been there and done it. ?? Meet the Panelists: ? Chelsi Wilkerson – Wilkerson Bakery ? Claire Calvin – Porch and East of Texas ? Iris Cole – M Creative Marketing ?? What You’ll Learn: ? How these entrepreneurs secured funding & what worked ? How they knew they were ready to take the leap ? Lessons learned from navigating access to capital ?? Lunch provided for in-person attendees! ?? Seats are limited—Register now: https://bit.ly/2025CCs ?? Tag an entrepreneur who needs this conversation! ? #Funding #Entrepreneurship #SmallBusinessSuccess #CapitalConnections #BusinessGrowth #AccessToCapital #PiedmontFederal #WomenEntrepreneurs

?? What’s the #1 mistake business owners make when applying for funding? ?? Find out from entrepreneurs who’ve been there, done that. ?? Join our "Lessons from Successful Borrowers" Panel next Wednesday to hear real-life funding success stories and insider tips! ??? Lunch included (In-person attendees) ?? Hybrid Event – Attend online or in-person ?? Free – Register before spots fill up! ?? https://bit.ly/3Q0Sk05

?? Struggling to secure funding for your business? You’re not alone. ?? Join our expert panel discussion next Wednesday at 12 PM to hear from REAL business owners who’ve successfully secured funding. They’ll share: ? How they got approved for business loans & grants ? What lenders & funders look for ? Mistakes they made – so you don’t have to! ??? Lunch included for in-person attendees! ?? Hybrid event – attend in-person or online ?? Free – Limited seats! ?? Sign up now! ?? ?? https://bit.ly/3Q0Sk05 #SmallBizFunding #BusinessLoans #Entrepreneurship #FundingSuccess

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? THANK YOU for making the 2025 Access To Capital Summit a success! ?? To our attendees, speakers, sponsors, and partners—you made this event unforgettable!

?? Spotlight on Impact: The 2025 Access To Capital Summit isn’t just another event—it’s a space where funding meets opportunity. Our expert speakers, panelists, and facilitators are ready to share strategies to help your small business grow and thrive. ?? Panel: Creative Capital – Alternative Funding Models → Unlock new ways to access capital beyond traditional bank loans. ?? Panel: Tapping Into Public Funds → Learn how to secure government contracts and grants to fuel business growth. ?? Workshops: Bank Loans, Business Plans, & Cash Flow Management → Hands-on strategies to strengthen your financial foundation. ?? What are you most excited for? Let us know in the comments! #BBS2025 #AccessToCapital #NetworkingEvent #BusinessGrowth2025

?? Entrepreneurs—are you ready to take your business to the next level? Funding. Strategy. Connections. It all happens at the 2025 Access to Capital Summit—just 1 WEEK AWAY! ?? Friday, February 7, 2025 ?? The Enterprise Center, Winston-Salem, NC ? 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM ?? What’s in it for you? ?? Funding insights – Learn from experts about alternative funding models and government contracts. ?? 1:1 Speed Counseling – Get direct access to lenders, investors, and financial advisors. ?? Workshops – Gain actionable strategies to make your business capital-ready. ?? Power Networking – Connect with funders, decision-makers, and fellow entrepreneurs. ?? Keynote Speaker – Hear from Wilson Lester. ?? Who should attend? ?? Entrepreneurs and small business owners ?? Lenders, investors, and financial professionals ?? Business support organizations and community leaders ?? LAST CHANCE to register—secure your spot today! ?? https://bit.ly/BBS2025 #BBS2025 #AccessToCapital #SmallBusinessFunding #Networking #BusinessGrowth

?? Meet some of our amazing speakers for the 2025 Black Business Summit! Allan Younger (NC IDEA) Tunya Butterfield Smith (NCDOT OCR) Nike Roach, LMBT, M.S. (Solutions Afoot) Join us to connect, learn, and unlock funding opportunities for Black-owned businesses. ?? Feb 7, 2025 | ?? 8:30 AM | ?? The Enterprise Center, Winston-Salem ??? Register now: bit.ly/BBS2025 hashtag #BBS2025 hashtag #AccessToCapital hashtag #BlackEntrepreneurs

??We need your help! In our commitment to advancing affordable housing and neighborhood stabilization, we encounter many challenges alongside our buyers. One such challenge involves a specific buyer who is at risk of losing of what may be her final chance at obtaining stabilized housing due to a sudden gap in funding from local government programs. This is her second attempt to secure stable housing, and the stakes are high. Without immediate support, she could lose her deposits, closing costs, and the incredible amount of time and effort she has invested. If you can’t donate, please share this campaign with your network to help us reach our goal. Advanced thanks for your support, whether through a donation or by amplifying this message!

Meet Our Keynote Speaker: Wilson Lester! We’re honored to have Wilson Lester, Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Partners in Equity (PIE), as the keynote speaker for the 2025 Black Business Summit. What to Expect: - Transformational Insights: Learn from a trailblazer in wealth-building for underinvested communities. - Empowerment: Discover strategies to grow your business and create generational wealth. - Inspiration: Hear how Wilson is driving change and shaping the future for Black entrepreneurs. ?? Save the Date: February 7, 2025 ?? Where: The Enterprise Center, Winston-Salem, NC ?? Reserve Your Spot Now: bit.ly/BBS2025 Wilson’s story is more than inspiring—it’s a roadmap for creating opportunities and overcoming systemic challenges. Whether you're an established business owner or just starting your journey, this is your chance to gain invaluable knowledge and connections. Let’s come together to unlock the full potential of Black entrepreneurship. #BBS2025 #KeynoteSpeaker #EmpowerBlackEntrepreneurs