Incentives, Resources and Financial Tools Workshop

Refresh your knowledge of State and Local incentives, resources and financing programs for Indiana businesses by attending a free workshop to be held on August 22nd, 2007, from 3-5 p.m., in the 3rd floor Chamber Briefing Center, in the Commerce Building, at 401 East Colfax Avenue, South Bend.

As a financial service provider, professional service provider, or an economic development officer, it is important to learn how these programs and services will enhance your customer service and differentiate you from the competition. State and Local Representatives from various agencies and organizations will discuss the services, programs, resources, financing tools and incentives that can be of benefit to your Indiana-based customers. Most businesses lack awareness of all that is available. You'll learn how to introduce your client to the relevant incentives, resources and tools. We encourage a member of your organization to attend and bring this knowledge back to be shared with all.

This workshop will also be helpful for members of the general business community that are interested in learning about the programs that are available to them, either directly, or through advisors. For instance, did you know that (1) the City of Plymouth and other communities in Marshall County help both new and expanding businesses grow through a tax abatement program directed at industrial, technology, or major office-related projects, or that (2) the City of Plymouth encourages facade improvement through a revitalization initiative that rebates up to 20% of the cost of the exterior renovation to the business owner.

Please plan to attend this workshop to learn about the programs that may benefit the needs of your business now and in the future.

Reservations are required and can be coordinated by contacting:
South Bend Small Business Development Center
574.282.4350 x0
rmackowiak@southbendbcg.com

Programs to be Included:

Business Development

• EDGE Tax Credit
• Hoosier Business Investment Tax Credit
• Skills Enhancement Fund
• Industrial Development Grant Fund
• Venture Capital Investment Tax Credit

Financing Tools for Lenders

• Capital Access Programs
• Loan Guaranty Programs
• Bond Programs
• Brownfields Redevelopment Program
• Broadband Development Program
• Recycling Promotion and Assistance Fund

Non-Tradition Financing
Local Resources

• SBDC
• City/County Loan Programs
• Commercial Corridor Programs
• Incubators
• Tax Abatement