Funding Foundations: Funding Strategy And Capital Access

Name: Funding Foundations: Funding Strategy And Capital Access
Start: 2026-02-23T08:30:00-07:00
End: 2026-02-23T10:30:00-07:00
Location: 715 Grandview Dr, Kalispell, MT 59901, United States

Schedule

Mon Feb 23 2026 at 08:30 am to 10:30 am

UTC-07:00

Location

715 Grandview Dr, Kalispell, MT 59901, United States | Kalispell, MT

Course Overview:
The right funding strategy determines how fast and how well a startup can grow. This session equips entrepreneurs to evaluate funding options, avoid common pitfalls, and build credibility with financial partners.
NOTE: This course will be located at the Wachholz Innovation and Entrepreneurship Center at FVCC 715 Grandview Dr, Kalispell, MT 59901
Key Learning Objectives:
1. Compare different funding sources (bootstrapping, loans, equity, grants).
2. Understand the tradeoffs between control, cost of capital, and growth speed.
3. Build a capital access plan aligned with your long-term strategy.
Who Should Attend:
Entrepreneurs preparing to raise funds, startup founders navigating capital decisions, and business
owners seeking clarity on sustainable financing.
Practical Takeaways:
1. Funding strategy worksheet.
2.Example investor pitch framework.
3.Capital access opportunities (banks, angels, VCs, grants).
Instructor:
Rich Turner is a Marine Corps veteran, business strategist, and Gallup-Certified Strengths Coach who has guided more than 75 businesses toward over $80 million in reported economic impact. As founder of Rich in Thought™, he equips entrepreneurs and leaders with operational rigor and a deep commitment to growth, leadership, and purpose.