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DURHAM, NC · SATURDAY, JUNE 6, 2026 · LIBRARY

Leveraging Personal & Business Credit

Are you preparing to make major financial decisions such as securing funding, purchasing equipment, expanding operations, acquiring property, or scaling your business?

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Fig. 01 — Conference Room #3214, Main Library (300 N. Roxboro St)

About the event

Are you preparing to make major financial decisions such as securing funding, purchasing equipment, expanding operations, acquiring property, or scaling your business? In 2026, both personal and business credit plays a critical role in determining access to capital, loan terms, interest rates, and overall financial positioning. This session is designed for entrepreneurs and small business owners who are seeking to strengthen their financial profile before making significant investments.

Participants will learn the difference between personal and business credit, how lenders evaluate both, and when each is used in funding decisions. The training will cover personal credit optimization, business credit building strategies, and how to align both profiles to improve approval odds and funding capacity. The session will also discuss current credit reporting agencies, credit tiers, utilization strategies, and how to avoid common mistakes that impact borrowing power.

This session is ideal for business owners preparing for large financial moves and those seeking to become funding-ready. By the end of the training, participants will understand how to leverage personal and business credit together to support growth, reduce risk, and make informed financial decisions.

This workshop is hosted by La-Tasha Best-Gaddy, founder and chief strategist of Infinity Bridges Inc. As a strategic visionary, La-Tasha is dedicated to creating infrastructure that generates legacy, not just income. She has spent decades building systems for small businesses, municipalities, nonprofits, and financial institutions, bridging technical expertise with practical strategy to elevate communities often underestimated or excluded.

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