Workshop Helps Businesses Get Access to Financing

Marlborough, MA, September 12, 2014 --(PR.com)-- The Marlborough Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) and the Marlborough Regional Chamber of Commerce (MRCC) have teamed up to help local business owners secure financing for their new or existing ventures.

MEDC and MRCC will be hosting a free “Access to Financing” workshop on Friday, September 25, 2014 from 7:30 am to 9:15 am, where a panel of industry experts will be providing tips on how companies of all sizes can gain access to more capital.

The panel will consist of business professionals with various financial sector backgrounds, including:

- Paula Camara - Senior Business Advisor, Financial Specialist for Clark University Small Business Development Center;
- Larry LaChance - President of Bankers Capital;
- Thomas Allain - Senior VP/Commercial Loan Officer at Avidia Bank;
- Angela Knight - Business Assistance Officer, South Eastern Economic Development Corporation (SEED).

The workshop will be held at The Campus at Marlborough, 110 Campus Dr., UCLA Room, and will include a full complimentary buffet breakfast.

Registration is free and open to all business owners, who want to learn how to secure financing for their companies.

Those interested in attending can contact the MRCC by phone at 508-485-7746 or by email at marlcham@marlboroughchamber.org. Registration closes on September 19, 2014.

About MEDC:
The Marlborough Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) is the state chartered economic development corporation for the City of Marlborough, MA and represents a public-private partnership for planning. MEDC works with municipal and private investors to foster economic development, job growth and community revitalization and development. For a complete overview of MEDC visit www.MarlboroughEDC.com.

About MRCC:
The Marlborough Regional Chamber of Commerce is a not-for-profit, private organization that provides a forum and resources for business people to experience individual and collective growth. The chamber also offers educational opportunities and legislative advocacy for its members. For a complete overview of MRCC’s activities visit www.marlboroughchamber.org.