The Basics of Business Lending

Whether you have a startup or an existing business, your business needs capital to survive and grow. There are several ways to secure funding, but which one is right for your business?

This workshop introduces participants to the foundational concepts of business lending, helping them understand how to access financing, what lenders look for, and how to prepare for a successful loan application. It covers different types of loans, lending institutions, and the criteria used to evaluate creditworthiness.

In this 2-hour workshop we will discuss:

• Types of Business Loans
• Sources of Business Lending
• What Lenders Look For (The 5 Cs of Credit)
• Preparing for a Loan Application
• Common Mistakes to Avoid
• Tips for Success
• How does the SBA lending work?
• Eligibility
• 7(a) Program
• SBA Express
• Community-focused programs

Register today and find out which capital source is right for you!

Speakers:

Joseph Lisowski, V.P. – Branch General Manager, Huntington National Bank

Nick Molea, V.P. – Business Banking Relationship Manager, Huntington National Bank