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2025 Small Business Symposium: Access to Capital

This is an in-person event.

The Virginia Department of Small Business and Supplier Diversity invites you to attend the 2025 Small Business Symposium: Access to Capital.

This event is for entrepreneurs and small business owners looking for financing options for their business.

  • Learn about different financing options for your business.
  • Meet potential lenders/investors and learn how to develop a bankable strategy.
  • Network with other businesses, entrepreneurs, and community leaders.

No fee to attend but registration is required. If you have questions regarding this event, please contact Chris.Ley@sbsd.virginia.gov

Organized by The Virginia Department of Small Business and Supplier Diversity.

 

8:30 AM – Check-in and Networking Breakfast

9:00 AM – Welcome and Opening Remarks

9:30 AM – Panel Discussion: Navigating the Small Business Funding Maze

10:00 AM – Exhibit Hall opens

12:00 PM – Adjournment

Register Now

Event Date April, 16

Event Time 9:00am - 12:00pm

Tags

  • Access
  • Capital
  • small business

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