
The Art of Raising Capital – Session 2: Debt Financing
Date: May 29, 2025
Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: 2000 Market St, 6th Floor, Philadelphia PA 19104
Ready to take your business to the next level?
Join us for Session 2 of Univest Bank’s “The Art of Raising Capital” series, focused on Debt Financing—a powerful tool for fueling business growth when used strategically.
Join us for Session 2 of Univest Bank’s “The Art of Raising Capital” series, focused on Debt Financing—a powerful tool for fueling business growth when used strategically.
This session is designed for entrepreneurs, business owners, and financial decision-makers looking to better understand how to access and leverage debt capital. Hear directly from lending experts and seasoned professionals about navigating bank loans, CDFIs, private credit options, and alternative financing pathways.
What You’ll Learn:
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How to position your business to qualify for loans
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The differences between traditional banks, CDFIs, and private credit options
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Common financing mistakes—and how to avoid them
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Strategies for using debt to support sustainable business growth
Featured Speakers Include:
- Varsovia Fernandez, CEO of PA CDFI Network
- Thomas Dowling, Vice President, Business Development - Pursuit Lending
- Veder Riddick, Vice President, Community Lender Team Leader, Philadelphia - Finanta
- Iola Harper, M.A. Executive Director - Women's Opportunity Resource Center
- Richard Snow, Vice President, National Specialty & Franchise Banking - Bremmer Bank
- Steven H. McAlpine, Relationships Manager, Business Leading - PIDC
Check In and networking begin at 5:30PM.
Seats are limited—don’t miss this opportunity to align your financial network with your business goals.
Univest Bank: The Art of Raising Capi...
Date and Time
Thursday May 29, 2025
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM EDT