The special event will showcase how the Duquesne University SBDC and the SBA Western PA District Office assist entrepreneurs helping turn ideas into businesses.
This is an in-person event
Are you dreaming of becoming your own boss?
This special event will showcase how the Duquesne University Small Business Development Center (SBDC) and the Small Business Administration (SBA) Western PA District Office assist entrepreneurs helping turn ideas into businesses.
Madelyn Duncan of Happy Tails: Pet Hotel and Daycare and SBDC client entrepreneur, will be sharing her story with attendees and available for questions and business advice.
Also, microlenders will be on hand to meet attendees in-person. SBA Lender Relations Specialist Lynn Ann Vozniak will walk participants step-by-step through the process of communicating funding needs and introduce area Microloan lenders. “SBA Microloans are a great source for small-dollar financing” said SBA Western Pa District Director Dr. Kelly Hunt. “Microlenders provide up to $50,000 in capital and even more free assistance to borrowers. That really gives people the chance to open that small business and succeed.”
Register today!
Speakers:
Janet Heyl, Public Affairs Specialist - U.S. Small Business Administration
Richard A. Longo, Director - Duquesne University Small Business Development Center
Madelyn Duncan - Happy Tails: Pet Hotel and Daycare
Lynn Ann Vozniak, Lender Relations Specialist - U.S. Small Business Administration
Micorlenders in attendance: Pursuit and Bridgeway Capital
The Duquesne University SBDC offers a variety of events to help you start, grow, and exit your business . We have a full calander of events as well!