New and aspiring business owners can learn about SBA microloans and small business loans offered by the nonprofit lender and business development organization WESST on June 26, 2025. The workshop is offered online or in person at the WESST Enterprise Center, 609 Broadway NE in Albuquerque.

Participants will learn about the 5 C’s of credit as they pertain to the lending industry in general, contrasted with how WESST determines loan eligibility. Participants can ask questions and discuss the next steps toward obtaining financing. The workshop is led by Sandro Tonino, vice president of lending at WESST.

WESST loans offer several advantages:

• WESST’s loan program focuses on building relationships with loan recipients through critical business consulting, training, and other support services to maximize their chances of success.
• WESST’s interest rates and fees are extremely competitive and often the lowest available in the state.
• WESST’s loan program specializes in helping business owners who have been unable to receive a loan elsewhere.

Learn more about WESST, and register for the Intro to WESST Microloan Program on June 26. This workshop repeats occasionally as needed.

Can’t make this workshop? Attend WESST’s Introduction to Credit on July 9.