280. BBS: Breaking The Funding Barrier: Unconventional Ways To Grow Your Business with Natalie Madeira Cofield

On this week’s episode, Danielle sits down with award-winning entrepreneur, Fortune 500 small business advisor, philanthropist and economic activist, Natalie Madeira Cofield, to unveil some non-traditional ways you can secure funding for your business (at any stage). Natalie Madeira Cofield is a presidentially appointed expert on small business and has been named one of the most powerful women in business by Entrepreneur Magazine. Natalie has provided some of the nation's most prominent CEOs of billion-dollar organizations, executives of global brands, senior advisors to the White House, mayors of leading national cities, and community activists and leaders with inspiration, insight and advisement. Her efforts have been responsible for supporting the deployment of more than $200 million in funding to eco-systems and entrepreneurs throughout the country. Highlights: The secret to accessing capital to fund your business without venture capitalists. How to reduce the number of no’s you hear from investors. The real, behind-the-scenes of getting government funding for your business. Links: Natalie’s website: www.nataliecofield.com Check out the Small Business Administration (SBA) Mastercard Digital Doors Program Mastercard Strive Program Find a SBA Women’s Business Center Follow: bossbabe: @bossbabe.inc Danielle Canty: @daniellecanty Natalie Madeira Cofield: @nmcofield Mentioned in this episode: This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try and get 10% off your first month of therapy at betterhelp.com/bossbabe and get on your way to being your best self. Join our private, online community of female entrepreneurs where you can connect, build and grow.