For Part 3 of our 3-part series, our panelist explore actionable pathways to scale your operations and securing sustainable financial growth. Learn about strategies to elevate your business, while unlocking future funding opportunities. Let’s discover how to transform your vision into a reality! The webinar is moderated by Award-winning Journalist Donna Lowry and is facilitated by President of Praxis Strategic Solutions, Anita Davis.

Explore actionable pathways for scaling your operations and securing sustainable financial growth. Learn about strategies to elevate your business, while unlocking future funding opportunities. Let’s discover how to transform your vision into a reality! This webinar is moderated by Award-winning Journalist Donna Lowry and will be facilitated by President, Lead Strategist, and Chief Funding Matchmaker at Praxis Strategic Solutions, Anita Davis.

Gain insights of the Five C's of Credit. Be empowered to make informed financial decisions, secure funding, and establish a strong financial foundation. The webinar is moderated by Award-winning Journalist Donna Lowry and will be facilitated by President, Lead Strategist, and Chief Funding Matchmaker at Praxis Strategic Solutions, Anita Davis.

September 14, 2023 

FIN FIT live event at The Brenau University Center in Gainesville, GA. Panelists from the community discuss how to fearlessly raise capital to finance your small business, as well as discuss the details of the Invest Georgia Exemption (IGE). The event is moderated by Donna Lowry, an Award-Winning Journalist. Panelists for this event include April Berry, Commercial Lender, Access to Capital for Entrepreneurs (ACE); Marguerite Pressley Davis, Founder & CEO, Finance Savvy CEO™ and creator of Your Profit Playbook™; Nickolas Downey, Engineer, Founder CEO, MerchLogix, Inc.; Matt Dubnik, Chief Engagement Officer, Forum Communications; Steven Gold, President and CEO, Allied Financial; Mike Underwood, Senior Vice President, Peach State Bank & Trust; and Amanda Wilbanks, CEO & Founder of Southern Baked Pie.

June 22, 2023 FIN FIT live event at The Savannah Station in Savannah, GA. Panelists from the community discuss how to fearlessly raise capital to finance your small business, as well as discuss the details of the Invest Georgia Exemption (IGE). The event is moderated by Donna Lowry, an Award-Winning Journalist. Panelists include Becky Brownlee, Area Director for Small Business Development Center (SBDC); Kristy Crill, Founder of The Dive Savannah & The Dive Savannah Foundation; Marguerite Pressley Davis, Founder & CEO, Finance Savvy CEO™ and creator of Your Profit Playbook™; Terrence Louk, Chief Executive Officer of Coastal Area District Development Authority, Inc. (CADDA); Diana Morrison, Owner & CEO of Ad Specialty Services; Vernell Stewart, Access to Capital for Entrepreneurs, Women’s Business Center, Savannah Region; and Nathaniel Wayne, Small Business Loan Officer, Small Business Assistance Corporation (SBAC).

Investment fraud continues to plague businesses, as it has for decades, even during and after the pandemic. According to the FTC, investors reported losing more than $3.8 billion to fraud in 2022. Protecting your assets is important to ensure the financial well-being and retirement security of millions of Americans. Our panelists discuss the dynamics of investment fraud victimization, how fraudsters use social influence tactics to defraud their victims, highlight the top red flags of fraud, and how you can take action steps to protect your investments.

The webinar is moderated by award-winning journalist Donna Lowry. Speakers include David F. Blake, CFE, CECFE, CACTS, Financial Forensic Specialist, Georgia Department of Human Services; Kamal Ghali, Co-founder, Chaiken Ghali LLP, Gerri Walsh, President, FINRA Investor Education Foundation, Senior Vice President, Investor Education, FINRA; and Simone Williams, Media & Public Relations Lead, BBB Atlanta & NE Georgia.

Elder and disabled adults may have to rely on others for help in their personal and financial activities. Unfortunately, there are people who seek to take advantage of elder adults and disabled adults for their own personal financial gain. Knowing the signs of financial abuse may help save you, your loved one, or senior friend from devastating financial scams or other fraud. Our panelists give you tips and resources to help spot, prevent and report elder financial exploitation.

The webinar is moderated by Moderator, Host /Producer of Lawmakers and Lawmakers: Beyond The Dome on GPB-TV Donna Lowry. Speakers for this free webinar include Mark A. Fellows, CFE, CACTS, Financial Forensic Specialist, Forensic Special Initiatives Unit; Christine N. Kieffer, Senior Director, FINRA Investor Education Foundation; Ron Long, Principal, Long Life Consulting; and Simone Williams, Media & Public Relations Lead, BBB Atlanta & NE Georgia.

Success on the fundraising trail begins with a well-crafted fundraising strategy. In Part 4: “Developing your fundraising strategy,” we will cover how to develop a winning fundraising strategy. With specific exercises, you'll be able to take action right away in developing your own fundraising strategy.

A workbook for this workshop is available for download in the links section at https://vekeo.com/georgiasecstate. The event is moderated by Award-winning Journalist Donna Lowry and is facilitated by Founder & CEO, Finance Savvy CEO™, and creator of Your Profit Playbook™ Marguerite Pressley Davis.

Mispriced products and services are one of the biggest money leaks for businesses. In Part 3: “Pricing your products and Services,” you will learn how to develop your pricing strategy to ensure you are pricing your products and services for optimal business success.

A workbook for this workshop is available for download in the links section at https://vekeo.com/georgiasecstate.

The event is moderated by Award-winning Journalist Donna Lowry and is facilitated by Founder & CEO, Finance Savvy CEO™, and creator of Your Profit Playbook™ Marguerite Pressley Davis.

Business financial planning is essential for ensuring that your business is on track for long-term financial stability and viability, and is also critical during fundraising. In Part 2: “Business Financial Planning Essentials,” we explore popular revenue models, how to decide which is best for you and new ones to use.

A workbook for this workshop is available for download in the links section at https://vekeo.com/georgiasecstate.

The events will be moderated by Award-winning Journalist Donna Lowry and will be facilitated by Founder & CEO, Finance Savvy CEO™, and creator of Your Profit Playbook™ Marguerite Pressley Davis.

Starting a business and making it profitable is hard enough. Our panelists discuss how to fund, bootstrap and finance a small business. They also discuss the Invest Georgia Exemption (IGE), which can be a powerful tool for Georgians looking to raise capital and fund their new venture, or just grow their already thriving business.

The webinar is moderated by Award-winning Journalist Donna Lowry. Speakers included are Founder & CEO, Finance Savvy CEO™, and creator of Your Profit Playbook™ Marguerite Pressley Davis; Assistant Director of the Advanced Technology Development Center (ATDC) Jane McCracken; and JD/MBA Managing Member of Kendrick Advisory & Advocacy Group Ms. Dar'shun Kendrick.

“Securing Capital: Navigating the Process” focuses on securing capital for non-profits or for for-profits in the form of debt or equity. The panelists discuss how to prepare for meetings with potential lenders or investors, and what to expect from them throughout the process. The speakers suggest resources for participants to secure capital for their own non-profits and for-profits.

The event is moderated by Award-winning Journalist Donna Lowry. Speakers include Founder & CEO, Finance Savvy CEO™ and creator of Your Profit Playbook™ Marguerite Pressley Davis; President of SheLends Consulting Maria “Mayte” Peck; and Founder and Principle of The KAL Firm Kaseem Ladipo.

Coach Clinton discusses a clear actionable goal-based plan with steps to help you stay organized.

“Building Wealth” is a conversation about financially empowering underserved communities to build and grow wealth. Our guest speakers discuss common challenges in underserved communities and share resources and ways that can help.

Speakers include Principal & CCO of Financial Staples, Chloé A. Moore, CFP®; Managing Principal and Founder of Felton & Peel Wealth Management, Malik Lee, CFP®, CAP®, APMA®; and Lead Planner of Facet Wealth, Cait Howerton, MBA, AFC®, CFP®. The webinar is hosted by Lisa Hopkins, the President of the North American Securities Administrators Association (NASAA).

Exploring the ways to fund a business can be challenging in the best of times. Now more than ever, it's important for Georgians to understand the options available so they can ensure their businesses are best positioned for proper growth and scaling. Speakers on the panel provide guidance to help Georgia entrepreneurs determine what type of funding may be best and tackle strategies to help improve chances of success.

The event is moderated by Sharyl Sutton. Speakers include Business Financial Strategist and Creator of Your Profit Playbook Marguerite Pressley Davis; Engineer, Founder CEO, Nead Werx, Inc. Nicholas Downey; and President of SheLends Consulting Maria “Mayte” Peck.

Exploring the ways to fund a business can be challenging in the best of times. Now more than ever, it's important for Georgians to understand the options available so they can ensure their businesses are best positioned for proper growth and scaling. Speakers on the panel provide guidance to help Georgia entrepreneurs determine what type of funding may be best and tackle strategies to help improve chances of success.

The event will be moderated by the host of GPB’s Lawmakers, Donna Lowry. Speakers for this free tele-town hall include Business Financial Strategist Marguerite Pressly Davis, Co-Founder at Loki Equity Ventures Alok Gupta, Nicholas Downey, Engineer, Founder CEO, Nead Wax, Inc., and Maria “Mayte” Peck.

As COVID-19 continues to cause turmoil in the economy, scammers will try to defraud and deceive Georgians, using fear to trick innocent people who are already struggling during tough economic times. “Financial Scams: COVID-19 & Beyond” panelists identify and defend against fraud to protect vulnerable populations such as Georgia’s elderly providing unique insight on the kinds of scams and frauds Georgia’s elderly should look out for. In addition, the panelists will provide guidance on what to do if Georgians are solicited for a COVID-19 scam.

Speakers include Securities and Charities Division Director Noula Zaharis, AARP Georgia State President, SEC Atlanta Regional Office Regional Director Richard Best, and U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of Georgia Byungj. “Bjay”. The event is moderated by Donna Lowry, the host of GPB’s lawmakers.

“Relief and resources for small business in GA” webinar is a conversation lead by a select group of business leaders. They will answer questions about handling financial hardship, discuss the resources available to businesses in need, and have an open conversation about how the COVID-19 crisis is effecting businesses.

Speakers include Business Financial Strategist Marguerite Pressley Davis, DOAS Director of Policy Mary Chapman, and Kabbage Inc. Head of Policy Sam Taussig. The event is moderated by the host of GPB’s Lawmakers, Donna Lowry.