This free workshop, presented by the Rhode Island District Office, is designed to help entrepreneurs understand the various SBA programs and services available to help them as they start, expand, grow, and recover their businesses. This overview presentation covers:

• Introduction to the SBA
• The SBA Resource Partner Network — Business Training, & One-on-One Counseling
• Selling to the Federal Government – SBA Contracting Certification Programs
• Access to Capital – Loan & Surety Bond Programs
• International Trade/Exporting Assistance
• Emergency Preparedness & Disaster Assistance Loans