Lenders and representatives from several financing organizations will be offering their expertise at a Business Matters in the Islands meeting on Thursday, February 19, 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. at the Merchants Bank in South Hero. The U.S. Small Business Administration, USDA Rural Development, Opportunities Credit Union, Community Capital of Vermont, Vermont Community Loan Fund, Vermont Economic Development Authority and the Merchants Bank will participate in a panel discussion about the range of financing options available to small businesses. If businesses are interested, they can meet with a representative one-on-one after the meeting.

The meeting is sponsored by the Lake Champlain Islands Economic Development Corporation with assistance from Vermont SBA. This is a free event, open to the public, but registration is requested. To register, email ruth@champlainislands.com or call 802-372-8400.

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Feb 8, 2025, 10 AM to 6 PM