From Startup to Sunglass Empire: Learn the Secrets of Business Funding Success
Volusia County Economic Development
May 29, 2025
MEET THE FOUNDER OF BAJÍO SUNGLASSES!
And Learn the Secrets of Business Funding Success
What’s the difference between a brilliant business idea and a thriving company? Often, it's access to capital.
Discover how to bridge that critical gap at the Volusia Business Resources Funding Readiness Workshop from 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 18, at the Brannon Center, 105 S. Riverside Drive, New Smyrna Beach.
This free event, which includes lunch, is designed to transform entrepreneurs from funding seekers to funding recipients.
Attendees will hear firsthand from Al Perkinson, CEO of BAJIO Sunglasses, who built his sunglass empire from New Smyrna Beach. Perkinson will share his journey from concept to market domination, including the critical funding decisions that fueled his company's remarkable growth.
Stop guessing what lenders want. This interactive workshop delivers:
- Direct access to lenders and financial professionals who approve business loans
- Practical strategies for organizing your financials to impress potential investors
- A personalized roadmap to identify which funding options align with your specific business model
- Real-world insights that translate complex lending processes into actionable steps
Date: Wednesday, June 18, 2025
Time: 8 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Location: Brannon Center, New Smyrna Beach
This high-value workshop is offered free, but space is limited. Registration is required at https://VBR-Funding-Readiness-2025.eventbrite.com.
