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SBA Lender Roundtable

Join us for an informative morning of lending updates, networking, and regional insights. 

FEATURED TOPICS 

-Key updates on core 7(a) and 504 loans, featuring the new Manufacturers’ Access to Revolving Credit (MARC) loan and the “Made in America” 90% Loan Guarantee (ITL) program. 

-Insights into State of California I-Bank loan programs. 

-Practical guidance on leveraging federal and state funding options to support small business growth. 

-A special presentation showcasing the leading 7(a) and 504 lenders in the region. 

 Registration begins at 7:30 a.m. 

NOTE:  Immediately following the lenders’ roundtable, we will host a business conference from 9:30 AM to 12:00 PM, featuring breakout sessions on business funding options. Attendees are welcome to stay and participate in the conference.”

Date

Sep 23 2026

Time

8:00 am - 9:00 am

More Info

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Location

The Cove @ UCI Applied Innovation
5141 California Avenue #200 Irvine, CA 92617
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SBA Lender Roundtable

Mike Daniel is the network director of the Orange County Inland Empire SBDC Network, which assists aspiring entrepreneurs and current business owners throughout Orange, San Bernardino and Riverside counties. Mike was formerly the director of the SBDC office at Long Beach City College. As business owner and entrepreneur himself, he started his career as the owner of a Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory location in Manhattan Beach and went on to open a second location in Long Beach in 2001. In 2007, Mike sold the Manhattan Beach store for an above-market offer then invested in several additional locations as a minority shareholder. Mike further expanded his candy empire with venture located in Shoreline Village in Long Beach called Sugar Daddies Sweet Shoppe, based on fill-it yourself candy options.

Mike has a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from California State University, Fullerton.