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*WEBINAR WEDNESDAY: Funding Your Business Loan with Little Collateral & More!

November 19, 2025, 12:00 pm 1:00 pm

On this week’s free webinar, host and SBDC director Kelly Bearden will take an in depth look at the State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI), a federal program that provides California $1.2 billion to address challenges small businesses face when trying to secure financing for growth, operations, or expansion.  

Bearden will provide details on small business qualifications, eligible uses of loans up to $1 million, and where to apply for help.   

Questions from attendees will be taken.  

This marks the 365th episode of the “Webinar Wednesday” business series that provides news and information helpful to employers and business owners.  

The CSU Bakersfield SBDC provides free one-on-one help to small business owners. New and existing businesses can go to https://csubsbdc.com/ for more information or to sign up to meet with a business advisor at no cost. 

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