Is debt leaving you feeling stuck in your business? Unsure how to approach tough conversations with lenders? Join us for a supportive, judgment-free session where we’ll explore your options and practical strategies for moving forward.

Featuring insights from the  Vermont Law & Graduate School Small Business Law Clinic and  Kevin Morehouse, Vermont Deputy Director of the SBA and former lender, this session includes a brief presentation followed by open, informal conversation.

Topics will include:

-The difference between  debt collection and  judgments/liens—what they mean for your business and how to respond.
-What bankruptcy is (and isn’t)—dispelling myths and understanding when it might be an option.
-Dispute resolution options—how to handle conflicts with lenders or contractual partners and explore potential solutions.
-Practical steps to negotiate with lenders and improve your financial outlook.

This is a  safe space—no recordings, no pressure, just real talk and shared experiences. Let’s figure this out together.  You’re not alone.