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Virtual Lunch & Learn

Thursday, March 26, 2026 (12:00 PM - 1:15 PM) (EDT)

Description

Controlled Growth: "Scaling At The Right Speed"

Discover how to scale without breaking your business. Spot risks early and grow with confidence.

Growing is good—until your cash flow, team, or systems can’t keep up.

What if too much growth is your biggest risk?

This presentation will cover how to grow your business without the common pitfalls of scaling too fast — from financial red flags to operational breakdowns. Participants will learn practical strategies to strengthen systems, protect cash flow, and scale sustainably with confidence.

Presented by Tamarac North Lauderdale Chamber Board member J.R McFarling

As the Sr. Small Business Development Officer at the Central County CDC's Entrepreneurship Center, J.R. forges vital partnerships within the community while championing the needs of underserved small business owners. With over 20 years of experience in business development, J.R. leverages his expertise to design tailored programs and services that address the evolving needs of small businesses in the community. By actively engaging with local small minority businesses, J.R. adeptly identifies their pain points and connects them with resources such as training and capital, empowering their growth and success.

Through community outreach, advanced training programs, and targeted technical assistance, J.R. is dedicated to fostering the establishment, fortification, and expansion of minority-owned businesses, thereby contributing to wealth creation in the community. Passionate about his mission, J.R. is committed to making a meaningful impact and driving positive change in the entrepreneurial landscape.

J.R. McFarling

Senior Small Business Development Officer

Entrepreneurship Center

Direct 954.625.2594 Cell 954.630.5107

Email jmcfarling@ulbcfl.org Web www.ulbroward.org