New Haven foundation partnership to increase minority business funding
Minority and women-owned businesses in the Greater New Haven area will benefit from a new financing arrangement.
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Business Education Workshops and Seminars
Secrets of Managing Business Cash Flow
2/3/2022
Whether you are in the startup stages or a veteran entrepreneur, managing cash flow is one of the most important skills you must master.
Make Effective Communication Your Differentiator
2/10/2022
Want to wow your current clients and win new ones? It’s all in your techniques of communication and this webinar will help you utilize proven concepts that lead to success.
Do Business Under the Cottage Food Law
2/17/2022
Learn about Connecticut's cottage food law, administered by the Department of Consumer Protection, designed to allow small operators to work within appropriate health and safety guidelines.
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Success stories
In the Words of Our Clients
Our video played at the organization's 25th Anniversary Celebration of Success reception on Oct. 2, 2019.
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Business Resource Navigator role to support CFGNH lending initiative
Doreen Abubakar has joined CEDF to increase the organization’s activity and visibility in Greater New Haven.
Underwriter Valliere joins CEDF team
Lisa Valliere has joined CEDF as a Senior Underwriter to take over the duties of Tom Lenahan who retired in May.