Growing Your Small Business Financial Series – Week 2

Growing Your Small Business Financial Series

Learn more about what it takes for your small business to thrive!

When: Every Wednesday  for 5 weeks from 10:00 am – 11:00 am starting Wednesday, August 6th

Where: ZOOM

**Upon completing registration, you will receive a confirmation email in which the link to join the Zoom sessions will be located. Please be sure to scroll down to find the link** The link to join is the same each week**

Series Dates:

• Wednesday, August 6th @ 10am-11:00am
• Wednesday, August 13th @ 10am-11:00am
• Wednesday, August 20th @ 10am-11:00am
• Wednesday, August 27th @ 10am-11:00am
• Wednesday, September 3rd @ 10am-11:00am

Week 1 – Overcoming Small Business Financial Hardships

– Learn more about how you can help make your business better equipped to handle challenges.

Week 2 – Obtaining Financing and Funding for Your Small Business
– Learn how to find the right financing and funding sources for your small business.

Week 3 – Managing a Growing Team
– Learn more about how you can onboard the right talent and retain your best employees

Week 4 – Customer Acquisition and Retention
– Learn more about how you can acquire and retain new customers for your small business.

Week 5 – Opportunities for Women and Minority-Owned Small Businesses
– Learn about the various opportunities available to launch, sustain, and expand your small business.

Series brought to you by:

Ashley Bowlin, Relationship Manager, VP, Bank of Montreal (BMO)

Ashley is a financial wellness leader & advocate.

With over 20 years of experience in the financial industry, Ashley Bowlin has built a career rooted in leadership, financial education, and community impact. Most recently serving as a Bank Manager at BMO, she has developed and led high-performing teams, fostering a culture of growth, collaboration, and excellence.

Currently, Ashley is a Financial Wellness Coordinator, where she empowers individuals and businesses to achieve financial security through education and personalized guidance. Passionate about financial literacy, she helps clients navigate their financial journeys, equipping them with the tools to build wealth and stability.

Beyond her professional role, Ashley is a dedicated advocate for women in leadership. She serves as Co-Chair of the Alliance for Women, where she supports initiatives that uplift and advance women in the financial sector. Her influence extends to BMO’s 2024 Senate Alumni, where she has played a key role in shaping strategies that drive efficiency and enhance the employee experience.

Ashley’s commitment to excellence, mentorship, and financial empowerment continues to make a lasting impact, both within BMO and the communities she serves.

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“Funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration.”

Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities and/or limited English proficiency will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. To request accommodation or language assistance, please contact the Women’s Business Center to discuss your needs