Money your mind with the fourth episode of Radical Leadership. Watch as Dionne Gumbs calculates ways to build, maintain and grow a friendship with your finances.

Getting yourself in the right headspace to take your business to the next level is tough. In this five-episode series, Coven Co-Founder and Partner Bethany Iverson is here to walk you through the necessary steps to prepare you for the exciting tasks of selecting investors and developing pitch decks.

In this episode, you learn how to navigate the world of investing and fundraising, which really means finding the people that will help elevate and grow your business. Tune in to unlock networking tips and tricks and how to talk to potential stakeholders for your business.

Pitch decks allow you to visually tell the story of your business; they give you space to dream and be creative. Join Bethany in learning four of the eight ingredients needed to develop a standout pitch deck!

In this episode, we continue our conversation on the essential ingredients to creating fantastic pitch decks. Now that you know the building blocks, it’s time to really illustrate what makes your business compelling, competitive, and able to grow. Learn the remaining elements of creating an outstanding pitch deck that will make your business stand out and be memorable in this episode.

You did it! You completed your pitch deck and are ready to present your business plan to a potential investor. This may seem daunting, but lean into your feelings and believe in yourself. This last episode of the series gives you the tools you need to be successful and confident in your pitch meeting. Remember, you got this!

Planning for not only the start of your business but also the longevity of it is equally as important. In this six-part series, join the Bremer Bank team in figuring out your business’ continuity plan from learning about loans, navigating uncertainty, and insurance. No matter where your business is, it is always crucial to think about the future, and this series is meant to help you do just that.

Some of the best financing options for starting a business come from taking out a small business loan, otherwise known as SBA loans. It can be tricky to fully understand all the terms and conditions of these loans, which is why Kim Ellingson of Bremer Bank is here to help! Tune in to this episode to learn if SBA loans are the right choice for you and your business.

Instant Approval Loans can be really helpful when you don’t want to go through a long, drawn-out approval process for other types of financing options, but there are definitely aspects to consider before going this route. Join Bremer Bank’s Sarah Kinkeade in discussing key questions you should ask yourself before clicking “approve now.

If COVID has taught us anything, it is that we can overcome challenges and accomplish great things. As much as we may try to prepare, there will always be times of uncertainty that we must work through. For business owners, sometimes finding the capital to keep your business afloat is what you need. Tune into this episode to learn how to weather uncertainty and plan for the future of your business.

Figuring out how to manage risk goes hand-in-hand with managing times of uncertainty. Coming up with a plan to combat risk is essential when creating a strong business. In this episode, Perla Kruse tackles the world of cybersecurity and the ways you can protect your business against fraud and other sorts of transactional risks.

Adding an extra layer to your business' protection plan is always a good idea, which is why there are all sorts of business-specific insurance plans that can work for your unique needs. Insurance is a key part of keeping your business growing when something unexpected happens. In this last episode of the series, join Commercial Insurance Advisor Rachel Werdin in dissecting insurance rates, coverage options, plan flexibility, and most importantly: what options are best for you.

Brush up on your financial literacy and business finance knowledge in this 3-part series led by Dionne Gumbs, CEO and founder of GenEQTY. When building and maintaining any business, making smart financial decisions and knowing how to raise capital is essential. Get ready to learn fundamental financial concepts and strategies to keep your finances in check when building your business!

The world of startup funding is complex, but is made easier to understand in this part of the series. Dionne takes you through various types of fundraising strategies, from loans to different types of investment methods. By the end of this episode, you will know how to seek the capital you need to jumpstart your business.

Any money that goes out must come back in, right? This is the basic idea of cash flow, but it is actually a bit more complex. Learn all the essential components of managing your cash flow to become profitable and successful in this last episode of the Intro to Business Finance series.