Lunch & Learn: Think like a lender: Preparing for business financing

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Are you truly loan-ready for today’s financial landscape — or are you still operating on yesterday’s playbook?

During our Oct. 1 Lunch & Learn, Tasha Pettis Bonds, Business Support Services Manager at AltCap, will break down the exact steps you need to take to get loan-ready now. She’ll show you how to walk in prepared, confident and fully aligned with what lenders expect in today’s market.


Presenter: Tasha Pettis Bonds | AltCap

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Tasha Pettis Bonds | Tasha Pettis-Bonds is an executive leader with 30 years of experience in traditional banking, nonprofit organizations, and Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs). She has led initiatives across Illinois, Missouri, California, Texas, and Colorado, specializing in retail branch leadership, small business lending, and community and economic development. Tasha has also developed a curriculum supporting small business education, including work with a national university. An author and passionate advocate for entrepreneurship and community growth, she brings practical insight and authentic leadership to every audience. Outside of work, she enjoys traveling, golfing, and hiking, and spending time with family and friends.


WHEN: Oct. 1, 2026 | 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
WHERE: The Builders Training Center | 105 West 12th Avenue North Kansas City, MO 64116
COST: Builders' members | $20; Nonmembers | $40 (lunch will be provided) 
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When
10/1/2026 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Central Daylight Time
Where
The Builders Training Center 105 West 12th Avenue North Kansas City, MO 64116 UNITED STATES
Registration
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Registration ends 10/1/2026 11:00 AM CDT