Alabama SBDC at ASU: Manufacturing Summit & SBA Lender Matchmaker

Are you a small manufacturer or entrepreneur looking to launch or expand your product-based business? Join us for the Manufacturing Summit and Lender Matchmaker, a dynamic event designed to connect small manufacturers with funding sources and critical business resources.

Hosted by the Alabama Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at Alabama State University in collaboration with the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Alabama District Office, this event will bring together financial institutions, business resource partners, and manufacturing experts under one roof.

What to Expect:

Workshop: Learn how to prepare your business to access capital and scale operations

Panel Discussion: Hear directly from lenders and manufacturing support agencies

Lender Matchmaker: Meet one-on-one with banks, SBA lenders, and technical assistance providers

Networking & Resource Expo: Make valuable connections while exploring tools to help your business grow

Whether you’re just starting or ready to scale, this event is your opportunity to get answers, build relationships, and take the next step in growing your manufacturing venture.

Who Should Attend:

• Existing small manufacturers
• Entrepreneurs planning to launch product-based businesses
• Businesses seeking capital for equipment, working capital, or facility expansion