Oakland Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce After 5 Reception
Join the Oakland Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce at the After 5 Reception hosted by Alex And Ani in downtown Emeryville.
Selling From the Inside Out
Join the Oakland Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce in welcoming Consultant Anna Scott in a Small Business Seminar Lunch where she will be discussing methods to be fully present in the sales process, interrupt stress and anxiety, and sell from your strengths, wisdom, and values.
OBDC receives $800,000 to support Oakland small businesses
Today, the Office of Community Services (OCS) announced that OBDC Small Business Finance, a nonprofit community development financial institution (CDFI) headquartered in Oakland received a $800,000 grant from the Community Economic Development (CED) program.
Meet our Borrowers: Saint Harridan
In describing the manufacturing aspect of the business, Mary says “No one profits unless everyone profits.”
Credit Tip
A single delinquency could reduce your score by 100 points.
Meet our Borrowers: The Octopus Literary Salon
The Octopus is truly unique – where else can you find coffee, beer, food, and books?
OBDC receives PRIME award to support veterans with technology
Today, the Small Business Administration (SBA) announced that OBDC Small Business Finance, a nonprofit community development financial institution (CDFI) headquartered in Oakland, received a $150,000 award from the SBA’s Program for Investment in Micro-Entrepreneurs (PRIME).
OBDC Awarded $1.75 Million from The CDFI Fund
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Meet our Borrowers: Back to the Roots
Back to the Roots is working to “undo food”, leading a new wave of food that demands total transparency about ingredient sources and the content of what’s on the table.
Understanding Your Business Financials
Most lenders require updated business financials when an application is submitted, but your income statement, balance sheet, and cash flow statement offer an insight into your business performance that may allow you to more quickly adapt to potential challenges and leverage new opportunities.