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The Council of Industry has been the manufacturer’s association for the Hudson Valley since 1910. It is a privately funded not-for-profit organization, whose mission is to promote the success of member firms and their employees, and through them contribute to the success of the Hudson Valley Community. To fulfill this mission, the Council provides:

Training Programs

The Council of Industry has…

If you are a small business applying for credit from a bank or other lender, your personal financial statement will be a critical component of your application.

So what does your personal financial statement say about you?

How thorough you are with your information. Too often these forms are handed into the lender with limited information or just a signature. The signature allows the lender to run your credit but does little…

Your personal financial statement (PFS) is critical to you being able to successfully obtain a loan. Your PFS is where your commercial lender first looks to decide if they will lend you money. Since it is important lets take a look at the statement so you can understand how to put yours together. Each lender has its own version of the form. Get familiar with your lenders form so you can complete it properly. Additionally, your signature on this form will allow the bank to obtain your credit…

What is the difference between small business owners and major corporations? Beyond their size, name and immediate resources, both businesses have a lot in common. This is especially true when it comes to financial planning, borrowing, retirement planning and employee benefits.

Small business owners face all of these challenges. You are your own board of directors, HR department, Payroll and Accounting. You just wear all these hats by yourself. While this can seem daunting,…