The content of this training material is not designed or intended to provide authoritative financial, accounting, investment, legal, or other professional advice which may be reasonably relied on by its readers. If expert assistance in any of these areas is required, the services of a qualified professional should be sought. Reference to any specific commercial product, process, or service by trade name, trademark, manufacturer or otherwise does not constitute an endorsement, a recommendation or a preference by the FDIC and SBA or the United States government. Page 3 of 92 MSSB Train-the-Trainer Workshop, Participant Guide Introduction Money Smart for Small Business (MSSB) is an instructor-led curriculum developed jointly by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) and the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). The 13 modules in this curriculum provide introductory business training for aspiring and existing entrepreneurs on the basics of starting and growing a business.