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2013 BUSINESS ISSUES AND LEGISLATIVE GUIDE“What is Wells Fargo doing
to help California small businesses?”
“We've loaned more money to
small businesses in California than
any other bank for 10 years running.
And we're working to help even more.”
- Don A. Fracchia
Head of West Coast Business Banking
Wells Fargo
California State Capitol, Sacramento
With experienced business bankers and a broad range of financial services, we're helping California small business
owners get the credit they need and manage their cash flow. We support small business because we know that their
success builds strong local economies and creates jobs. This commitment has made us the #1 small bus
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CUT THROUGH THE CLUTTER. Today’s marketplace is
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Promote Smart Growth by Expanding the Urban Infil
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