Join Ace NextGen and Southwestern National Bank for an exclusive Fireside Chat & Mixer at Cafe Bleu, a beautiful modern bar/lounge and Asian restaurant known for its elegant atmosphere and community vibe. Food is included in this event!

Toilet paper gel, the product you didn't know you needed! Learn more in a fireside chat with Shawn Kim, the founder of Fresh Peaches Toilet Paper Gel. Shawn created his product out of his personal need, realizing that a fresh feeling was the bottom line and he didn't like the idea of flushing disposable wipes down the toilet. Shawn developed his product in the most practical way: minimum viable product (he made the first batch in his kitchen), test with friends, test with real customers, and then scale-up with funding.

How does one get funding to scale up a fledgling business? Shawn tried to get a loan and several other banks turned him down. One of his friends suggested reaching out to Southwestern National Bank, and they made an SBA loan happen. And the rest is history. Find out the details and how you can get the funding you need to scale your business!

After the fireside chat, enjoy **complimentary food** and a relaxed **mixer** where you can connect with fellow founders, small business owners, and leaders in the Ace NextGen network.