CLEVELAND, OH / ACCESS Newswire / October 6, 2026 / Cash flow problems cause more small business failures than any other factor, even for profitable companies.

In this Key4Entrepreneurs session, we will help small business owners better understand how cash actually moves through their business, how to forecast future cash needs, and how to build stronger financial stability.

This session will cover:

• The difference between profit and cash flow
• Common cash flow traps by business type
• How to build a 13-week cash flow forecast
• Strategies to optimize cash inflows and manage outflows
• Warning signs of cash flow stress and how to respond early

Join us for a practical discussion designed to help small business owners improve visibility, reduce uncertainty, and build healthier financial operations.

For more information, contact k4e@keybank.com

Registration required by Tuesday, October 20, 2026

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Key4Entrepreneurs
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Lori Shao
CEO & Founder Finli Inc.

Lori Shao is Founder and CEO of Finli, a venture-backed Certified B Corp that helps nonprofits, credit unions, and banks better support small businesses. With more than 20 years of experience in financial services, including 16+ years in banking leadership across payments, treasury management, and portfolio growth, Lori is a dedicated advocate for small business owners. Outside of work, she is a proud mom of two children and caretaker to eleven animals.

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