Trainings & Events
Fuel Your Growth: Unlocking Business Lending and SBA 504 Lending
Fuel Your Growth: Business Lending & SBA 504 is part of the Accelerate Small Business series. This series is designed to provide additional tools and resources to our local small business owners and business professionals looking to expand their expertise.
Join us at the LPCPL Exchange on February 4th from 7:45 -9:00 a.m. for a crash course in business lending and understanding the SBA 504 program. Doors open at 7:30 a.m. Coffee and light refreshments provided.
Guest Speakers for the event are Bill Gertner, Vice President, Sr. Commercial Loan Officer of Horizon Bank and Niccole Zell, Chief Loan Officer of Regional Development Company.
Funding Bridge: Closing the Lending Gap
Join us as the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago presents the latest Small Business Credit Survey results through and engaging, interactive discussion with live audience polling.
Small Business Seminar
Learn from industry professionals about the SBA 504 Loan Program, Microlending, Traditional Bank Financing, and Local Business Resources.
Start-Up Business & Entrepreneur Expo
RSVP today for the Highland Griffith Chamber of Commerce's Start-Up Business & Entrepreneur Expo on November 14! The RDC will be there to share details about the SBA 504 loan program along with many other great local organizations.
Scan the QR code to RSVP!
RDC Annual Membership Meeting
Join us as we recognize outstanding lenders, banks, and support professionals with our annual awards.
Over $5,000 in prize money will be awarded, plus a special $500 cash drawing for non-lenders who refer a project approved by the SBA 504 program by September 30, 2025 (must be present to win).
Enjoy networking, recognition, and a great evening with the RDC community!
Small Business Roundtable Discussions
Join the RDC and Economic Development Corporation Michigan City updates related to 2026 business activity, mentorship opportunities, and learn about access to capital through the SBA 504 loan program and the Regional Development Company.