Session 2: Capital Readiness & Bankability | 2026 Small Business Academy

Bankers don't invest in ideas; they invest in risk-mitigated infrastructure. In Phase 2 of the 2026 Small Business Academy: The Year of Execution, we are moving from "asking for money" to "presenting an opportunity."

Led by Tommie Beth Willis of Access to Capital for Entrepreneurs (ACE), this "Fingertips-to-Keyboard" lab will teach you "Lender Logic." Participants will work directly with VSU Finance Student Analysts to build a professional Capital Stack, outline a business Debt Schedule, and understand the core components of a Personal Financial Statement. Whether you are seeking a micro-loan or preparing for a major expansion, this session will ensure your business is officially "Bank Ready."