All Things Business Credit (Online): 8/11/2026

“Fuel Your Business. Unlock Your Potential.” Unlock the Funding Power Your Business Deserves

Ready to take your business to the next level? All Things Business Credit (Online workshop) is a must attend presentation for entrepreneurs who want to build, leverage, and maximize business credit with confidence. Discover what lenders really look for, how to strengthen your credit profile, and the exact documents that make your loan applications stand out. Then dive into the full range of credit options available to small businesses — from lines of credit and business credit cards to term loans and SBA financing programs. Whether you’re just getting started or looking to scale, this session gives you the knowledge and tools to access capital, manage cash flow, and grow your business smarter and faster. Learn how to build your own business, develop your brand and understand legal and financial considerations.

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Presenter’s Bio: With an extensive background in banking, and a history in commercial and small business banking, Dr. Mike Friesz has spent decades helping individuals and businesses understand, build, and leverage credit to fuel sustainable growth.

Known for making financial concepts clear and actionable, Mike Friesz brings real world insight into how lenders think, what strengthens a credit profile, and how companies can strategically use credit to expand operations and improve cash flow. This expertise makes Mike Friesz a dynamic and trusted presenter of “All Things Business Credit,” empowering business owners with the knowledge and confidence to access capital and grow their businesses.

This workshop is made available by the generous sponsorship of Midland States Bank. Midland States Bancorp, Inc. provides a full range of commercial and consumer banking products and services, merchant credit card services, trust and investment management, insurance and financial planning services. For additional information, visit midlandsb.com or follow Midland States Bank on LinkedIn.

Registration Information:

• Upon registering you will receive a confirmation email with the SCORE Zoom link to attend.
• You do not need a Zoom account to participate.
• Please connect 5 minutes in advance to be sure you have a good connection. The workshop begins promptly at 12 PM and concludes by 1 PM Central Time.

SCORE strives to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals, including individuals with disabilities, to engage fully. To request an accommodation or for inquiries about accessibility, please contact: Score St Louis Chapter Admin, ch**********@************er.org, 866 726-7340.

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