Jessica Mason from Farm Credit Illinois spent the morning with the students walking them through the fundamentals of financial statements and why they are so important in business. She explained how tools like balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements help business owners understand the health of their business and make informed decisions.

Jessica also shared how lenders use financial statements to evaluate businesses and determine financing opportunities, giving the students a real-world perspective on what numbers truly mean beyond the spreadsheet.

Thank you, Jessica, for taking the time to invest in our students and help them build a stronger understanding of the financial side of entrepreneurship!