Financial Education Center

Webinar: Culture Conversation Part 2: Using Culture to Accelerate Business Results

The First Bank Center for Family-Owned Businesses held the second part of their series on Using Culture to Accelerate Business Results. Dr. Allie Taylor with Orange Kiwi Consulting gave insight into strategies for creating intentional cultures despite unintentional, accidental, or hypothetical actions.

Using Small Business Administration (SBA) Loans to Raise Capital for Your Business

The SBA loan program is a government-sponsored program created to encourage, assist, and protect small businesses. With few exceptions, the SBA does not loan directly to businesses. Rather, it guarantees loans provided by banks and other financial organizations, and establishes guidelines for the loans.

Family Business Spotlight: Dovetail Furniture, a Family Business Designed to Last

Dovetail Furniture opened its doors 30-years ago, led by co-founders Charlie Shaw and Ted Einstein. Barbara Einstein, Ted’s wife, later joined the organization and is credited with helping the company evolve creatively.