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Did you know that Iowa has a $96 million investment from the Department of Treasury to support Iowa's small businesses, including startups, manufacturers, and businesses owned by veterans and individuals from diverse backgrounds? Join us for a free lunch-and-learn informational panel event at The University of Iowa Research Park, BioVentures Center on Wednesday, Sept. 18 to learn about the State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI) programs. The panel is made up of leaders from the organizations who distribute the funds to entrepreneurs. You must register to attend and receive lunch.

The four programs include: 

• IEDA Innovation Continuum
• Manufacturing 4.0 Loan Participation Program
• InnoVenture Iowa Co-Investment Fund
• Small Business Collateral Support Program

Panelists:

• Anne McMahon, Business Development Manager, Iowa Economic Development Authority
• Adrienne Greenwald, Managing Principal, VentureNet Iowa
• Micah Walker, Investment Analyst, InnoVenture Iowa
• Audra Fisher, Manager of Customer Relations, America’s SBDC Iowa
• Tricia Rivas, Coordinator of Customer Relations, America’s SBDC Iowa