SMALL BUSINESS FINANCING SEMINAR OFFERED

BROOKLYN, NY, September 17, 2002-Brooklyn Economic Development Corporation (BEDC), in conjunction with the Bank of New York, and South Brooklyn Business Outreach Center will present The Fundamentals of Small Business Financing, a free seminar from 6 to 8 p.m., Thursday, October 3, 2002.

The workshop will be held at BEDC, 175 Remsen Street, Suite 350, downtown Brooklyn.

The seminar will discuss the various financing opportunities available to small businesses. Topics to be covered include: Capitalizing on the Strengths of Your Business, Financing Your Business "The Right Fit," and Maximizing Your Financing.

Class size is limited. Individuals interested should RSVP to BEDC at 718-522-4600, ext. 24, or Ira Weinstock, South Brooklyn Business Outreach Center, 718-253-5262.

BEDC, a private, nonprofit organization, was established in 1979 to stimulate Brooklyn’s economy and create job opportunities for the borough and its residents. BEDC has evolved into a multi-service, business-consulting agency, serving more than 1,000 clients annually and offering comprehensive economic development services. More information is available at www.bedc.org.