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SUMMARY:Know Your Numbers\, Open the Door to Capital: Getting Financial-Statement Ready for Growth
DESCRIPTION:Business owners scaling past the $1.5 million mark are often capital-ready in every way except one: their financials. Join Garrick Bradley II\, CPA\, Founder & CEO of Bradley Financial Services\, for a practical session on what your financial statements actually communicate to lenders and investors\, how consistent bookkeeping strengthens your position before you ever apply for funding\, and what “capital-ready” really looks like. Garrick will walk through a client example of a business that was actively seeking financing but got stuck because their books weren’t in order. Attendees will leave with a clear picture of the financial documentation lenders expect and practical next steps to get there. \nFeatured Speaker: Garrick Bradley II  \nGarrick Bradley II\, CPA\, is the Founder & Chief Executive Officer of Bradley Financial Services\, LLC\, a Chicago-based accounting and advisory firm serving small businesses\, entrepreneurs\, and nonprofits. A graduate of the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign with both bachelor’s and master’s degrees in accounting\, Garrick began his career at Grant Thornton before becoming a CPA in 2017. He has since led financial due diligence and audit engagements for organizations ranging from $50\,000 to over $1 billion in revenue. Garrick is a frequent presenter and moderator on financial literacy and access-to-capital topics\, including a 2025 bookkeeping webinar series and the January 2026 Access to Capital Ecosystem Panel Discussion with Sunshine Enterprises and Credit to Capital. \nPart of The Source x WBDC Webinar Series
URL:https://www.wbdc.org/en/event/know-your-numbers-open-the-door-to-capital-getting-financial-statement-ready-for-growth/
CATEGORIES:Access to Capital,Virtual
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SUMMARY:Kiva Hour
DESCRIPTION:Is Kiva a capital option for me and my business? Discover how you can leverage Kiva to fuel your dreams\, whether you’re starting a business or growing an existing one. We’ll walk through the eligibility criteria\, application requirements\, and the various ways you can utilize Kiva. Plus\, get inspired by success stories from entrepreneurs who have transformed their aspirations into reality with Kiva’s support. As your Capital Access Manager with the WBDC Hub\, I am eager to support you throughout the application and borrowing process. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn how to navigate the world of zero-interest borrowing. Register today! \nPart of the Source x WBDC Webinar Series
URL:https://www.wbdc.org/en/event/kiva-hour-2/
CATEGORIES:Access to Capital,Virtual
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SUMMARY:Capital Readiness 101
DESCRIPTION:Is your business positioned to weather financial challenges\, adapt to changing market conditions and take advantage of expansion opportunities? External capital may be a necessary tool. But what should every business owner know about preparing for accessing capital? \nThis session is a must for any business owner hoping to acquire external capital such as grants\, lines of credit\, business credit cards and/or term loans. Attendees will gain foundational knowledge for navigating the capital landscape successfully. Join Director Kelly Gumbiner for this insightful session! \nPart of The Source x WBDC Webinar Series.
URL:https://www.wbdc.org/en/event/capital-readiness-101-8/
CATEGORIES:Access to Capital,Virtual
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