Emilsa Santana, our new Administrative / Program Assistant
Staffing the reception desk and helping organize lending department records are just two of her many vital roles.
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We provide loans to Connecticut small business owners, primarily in low-to-moderate income communities, who are not able to obtain traditional bank financing.
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Business Education Workshops and Seminars
Easy Steps to Get Started with Email Marketing
8/6/2020
As a business owner, you never want to be forgotten by your clients. Email may be your answer to efficiently, economically and effectively staying visible. But only if you learn these important concepts.
Covid-Era Legal Landmines for Small Business Owners
8/12/2020
This webinar will update you on the biggest current risks small business owners face and some unseen issues you never dreamed of.
Amaze Yourself by Learning to Use Google Analytics
8/13/2020
So you’ve made a heavy expenditure developing your business website, but do you know what that investment is doing for you?
Get the training and knowledge you need to run a business right here at CEDF.
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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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Jim Bzdyra Named SBA Financial Services Champion
CEDF President and CEO Jim Bzdyra was named SBA's 2018 Financial Services Champion
Remembering Donna Wertenbach, past president
We extend our deepest condolences to her family.