Monthly Business Development Sessions Launching October 29
15 Oct 2025
St. Landry Economic Development, in partnership with the Louisiana Small Business Development Center, will kick off its monthly business development sessions on October 29, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at the SLED office, 5367 I-49 S. Service Road, Opelousas, LA 70570.
The topic for the first session is:
Business Plan 101: Creating a Winning Business Plan to Secure Capital
Turning your vision into reality requires more than just passion — it requires a solid business plan that convinces lenders and investors. This training will give you the knowledge, tools, and confidence to create a winning plan and secure the capital your business needs.
What You’ll Learn:
- The 7 essential components of a strong business plan
- How to realistically project start-up costs
- The 5 C’s of Credit and how to position your strengths in each
- Insider tips for preparing for lender and investor meetings
This is a great opportunity to gain insights and support for your business growth.
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