Speakers:

• Rafael A. Roger, President of The Business Initiative Corporation of New York 
• Ruvi Lopez, Director of the Empowerment Zone at the Bronx Economic Development Corporation

Small businesses struggle to get low-cost and market-rate loans, and with figuring out how to grow. Join the Bronx Economic Development Corporation, The Business Initiative Corporation of New York, and Ponce Bank to learn about new small business loans backed by the U.S. Small Business Administration and programs to help small businesses develop the financial, technological, and strategic skills they need to thrive.

In this briefing, you will learn about:

• The growth, impact, and importance of the small business community, including community media outlets 
• The challenges small businesses face, including with finances, technology, and planning, plus the systemic challenges encountered by small businesses owners
• Available resources for small businesses

Some programs are specifically designed for small businesses in the Bronx, others are for small businesses across New York State.

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