Tacoma Boosts Local Entrepreneurship with “Access to Capital” Panel Discussion and Networking Event on October 27
By Brian Cook
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Aspiring entrepreneurs in Tacoma have a new beacon of hope, as the City’s Equity in Contracting Program gears up to hold an “Access to Capital” Panel Discussion and Q&A. This informative session is tailored for local business owners, spotlighting those who are often overlooked, such as small and diverse entrepreneurs. The event is slated for October 27, offering free advice on financial resources, loan readiness, credit building, and long-term business sustainability.
The Tacoma Public Utilities Auditorium, located at 3628 S. 35th St., will welcome guests from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. for this engaging opportunity. With a panel of experts primed to navigate attendees through the maze of funding avenues, participating entrepreneurs are encouraged to take on the mantle of querying panelists with their most pressing concerns. Tossed into the mix, technical assistance providers and various subject matter gurus will also be in attendance, as reported by the City of Tacoma.
Registration for the “Access to Capital” event is currently open to local business owners at no cost. It represents a proactive step by the city to strengthen the fabric of Tacoma’s economy by empowering entrepreneurs with actionable advice and networks that could prove invaluable to their ventures. Details and the registration link for the event can be found on the City of Tacoma’s website. Additionally, those with inquiries or in need of alternate format information have been pointed to Linda Cerna, available via email at lcerna@tacoma.gov or by phone at (253) 453-9488.
Throughout the session, panelists will proffer strategies tailored towards achieving sustainable growth, aiming to leave no stone unturned in demystifying the intricacies of business funding. Registered attendees, having been equipped with actionable advice and valuable contacts, are expected to leave with newfound clarity on the support programs available to them. Signalling the city’s commitment to inclusivity and success in business, the Tacoma Public Utilities Auditorium will transform into a hub of knowledge-sharing and networking on October 27.
