SBA Business Loans – What Lenders Look For and Tips for Winning Them Over Irvine - US Small Business Administration - To Speak At Chamber Luncheon

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Menu
Teriyaki Chicken Stir Fry with White Rice & Salad Bar

Speaker
Nelida Irvine - US Small Business Administration

Bio:
Nelida Irvine works as a Lender Relations Specialist for the U.S. Small Business Administration in Anchorage, AK.   Nelida's background includes 30 + years of combined experience in business and economic development, financial management, marketing, and event management.   Prior to working for SBA, she worked for the private sector, state government, and owned an event management business.    Nelida is the point of contact for SBA's Guarantee Loan Programs in the State of Alaska.  Her main responsibilities include assisting SBA lenders with support and training in areas such as: loan structuring, loan processing, loan servicing, liquidation guidance, eligibility and compliance of SBA lending procedures, policies and regulations, as well as, marketing SBA programs and services to Alaska diverse small business communities.  In addition to her main responsibilities, Nelida is, also, the District International Trade Officer.   Nelida has worked at SBA for 13 years.   She has a B.A. in Hospitality Management from Alaska Pacific University.

Presentation:
Take the next step to start or grow your business and join us for an interactive session where you?ll learn:
 
·        How to get access to capital through the use of SBA Guarantee Loan Programs
·        Criteria used by loan officers to evaluate a loan request, also known as, the 5 C's of Credit
·        Preparing to meet with your lender and what lenders look for
·        Resources to help you prepare