Join us after work for this event at Temple Center City Campus. The Diversity Procurement event is in collaboration with the diversity chambers and large prime contractors. This is the perfect opportunity for small contractors to meet procurement decision-makers at large Philadelphia Institutions and learn what they need to do to secure contracts and sub-contracts. Businesses with MBE/WBE/DBE are encouraged to attend. Bring your business cards. To register: https://pasbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/25724

Join Philadelphia's Office of Economic Opportunity for Doing Business in the City, a monthly event that explores opportunities to build your business with City contracts. This month, Philadelphia Gas Works will present. This event can help you develop strategy for pursuing competitive bids and non-competitive contracts. Learn more about the resources available to support your business. RSVP for the free event: http://bit.ly/2tDArtN

Details: https://ic.womensbdc.org/workshop.aspx?ekey=10380032 Wednesday, March 20, 2019 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM Eastern This two-hour workshop will provide valuable information on loans for start-up and existing businesses. The financial options discussed will include loans, micro-loans, lines of credit, leasing, as well as alternative financing. A panel of lenders from various financial institutions and loan funds will be on hand to present the information you need to understand to get funding for your business. Finding Your Funding will help you to: Understand what lenders look for when evaluating a loan package. Learn what documents are required for a loan request. Make valuable contacts with lenders. Learn about financing options. Learn how to apply for a small business loan. Fee: $ 10.00 Course fees are non-refundable. Limited financial assistance is available to those who qualify; complete a financial aid application before registering for a course.