Resources showcase opens for St. Johns County small businesses

Moderator opened the showcase by introducing sponsors and local partners available to entrepreneurs, noting, "as event sponsor regions bank who you know can give you access to capital" and pointing to the Small Business Development Center and the St. Johns County Chamber of Commerce as partners offering support.

The moderator said community resources are intended to help at multiple stages of business formation and growth, from aspiring entrepreneurs to owners looking to expand. Attendees were encouraged to network with partners on-site and to seek programs, planning help and mentorship offered free by county partners. The transcript does not include individual speaker names; speakers are identified by role labels used throughout this article.