Access to Capital

Name: Access to Capital
Start: 2026-04-21T11:30:00-05:00
Location: C3 center, 1910 Ingersoll Ave., Des Moines, IA 50309

Schedule

Tue, 21 Apr, 2026 at 11:30 am

UTC-05:00

Location

C3 center, 1910 Ingersoll Ave., Des Moines, IA 50309 | Des Moines, IA

NAWBO Iowa Presents: Access to Capital
One of the top challenges for woman-owned businesses in Iowa is access to capital–being able to get the funds and funding necessary to start and maintain your business.
At this lunch program, you’ll meet and hear from a panel of experts in the field of securing funding for your business. From angel investors to SBA loans to grants, learn the latest developments in access to capital in our state.
EXPERT PANEL:
Cassie Edgar, FIN Capital Association
Kendra Erkamaa, Triangle Financial
Kaylee Williams, InnoventureIowa
Karla Rendall, Lincoln Savings Bank
Chassi Prado, Iowa Center for Economic Success
Lisa Maas, North West Bank - SBA Loans
Key Takeaways:
What sources of funding are available to women business owners?
How do you invest in another business?
What are some of the do’s and don’ts of funding your business?
Lunch will be provided.
Date: Tuesday, April 21
Time: 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Location: C3 Center, 1910 Ingersoll Ave., Des Moines
Parking Information for the C3 Center
Please park in one of the following areas:
The lot directly west of the C3 Center at 1910 Ingersoll Ave. ADA parking available here.
The lot directly west of the Finkbine at 1915 Grand Ave. Accessed via the gated drive connecting both lots, or from 19th Street to Grand Avenue.
Limited free street parking on Ingersoll Avenue.
The C3 Center is located at 1910 Ingersoll Avenue east of Lincoln Savings Bank. Parking on the east side of the C3 Center (side with mural) is not allowed. Thank you for being respectful of the C3 Center and their neighboring businesses.
Tickets
$15.00 Member Registration
$25.00 Non-Member Registration