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Redmond webinar outlines basics of small-business financing and lender readiness
Summary
Redmond hosted a brief webinar on Sept. 9, 2025, offering early-stage entrepreneurs and small-business owners a 10-slide overview of financing basics and steps to become “lender ready.” Dominique Meeks, City of Redmond, introduced the session and the accompanying workbook meant to guide follow-up work.
Redmond hosted a brief webinar on Sept. 9, 2025, offering early-stage entrepreneurs and small-business owners a 10-slide overview of financing basics and steps to become “lender ready.” Dominique Meeks, City of Redmond, introduced the session and the accompanying workbook meant to guide follow-up work.
The presentation focused on three core rules for seeking capital: know how much you need, specify how you will use the money, and show that you can repay it. Lauren Nichols Cong of the International Rescue Committee summarized those rules: “Rule number 1, know your numbers,” and added that specificity helps potential funders assess risk.
Why this matters: many small businesses need capital for payroll, equipment, inventory,…
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