Join us for Coffee and Collisions with EDPA where Innovate Alabama SSBCI Executive Director Charlie Pond will share the opportunities available through Alabama’s State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI). This dynamic conversation will focus on InvestAL and LendAL—two groundbreaking programs aimed at infusing capital into Alabama’s economy.
Learn how InvestAL provides high-match investments for high-growth startups and early-stage capital funds, driving innovation and job creation across the state. Discover how LendAL partners with private lenders to expand access to credit for small businesses, ensuring fair access to the funds they need to grow and thrive.
This is a unique chance to hear firsthand how nearly $98 million in funding is being administered to support Alabama’s small businesses, making this the largest small business funding initiative the state has ever received. Whether you’re a startup founder seeking early-stage funding or a small business owner looking for credit opportunities, this event will provide actionable insights on how to get involved and access the resources you need.
Event Description:Join us for Coffee and Collisions with EDPA where Innovate Alabama SSBCI Executive Director Charlie Pond will share the opportunities available through Alabama’s State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI). This dynamic conversation will focus on InvestAL and LendAL—two groundbreaking programs aimed at infusing capital into Alabama’s economy.