IVCC to host panel of lenders to help entrepreneurs secure startup funding
Published on April 12, 2026.
Illinois Valley Community College (IVCC) is hosting a panel of local lenders to help entrepreneurs secure funding for their businesses. The event, "Access to Capital: Support for Small Business," comes as interest in startup ventures increases across the region. The panel will include representatives from Allies for Community Business, Midland States Bank, First National Bank of Ottawa, First State Bank, and Eureka Savings Bank. The free event is also open to the public.
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