Bank representatives will be on hand to answer questions about starting your own business at the annual asian Small Business Expo.

Where do you go to get financing for a business idea? What kind of licenses and permits will you need in your new location? Who can you talk to about franchising opportunities?

If you are one of the thousands of entrepreneurs or business owners in Los Angeles who needs to get your questions answered by professionals from the banking sector, a government agency or franchising expert, the Asian Small Business Expo is almost here!

The Asian Pacific Islander Small Business Program will be hosting its 7th annual Small Business Expo, the only business-to-business event of its kind serving the Asian small business community.

Come to discuss your business needs with representatives from banks including Wells Fargo, Washington Mutual and Union Bank, the Community Redevelopment Agency, Employment Development Department and Health Department.

Get free financial advice from certified financial planners and network with hundreds of other business owners and entrepreneurs. 

Over 40 sponsors and exhibitors will be present specifically for your business needs. Free workshops are held throughout the day offering tips on how to start a business, franchising, access to capital and trade. 

The Expo is free and is open from 9 a.m.–3 p.m. on Saturday Sept. 30 at The Omni Hotel, 251 South Olive St., Los Angeles 90012.

For more information, contact Ioli Filmeridis at (213) 473.1605 or smallbiz@ltsc.org
Visit www.apisbp.org for updates on workshop schedules and exhibitors.

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