🚨 Here’s what’s new for The Art of SBA Lending in 2025! 🚨

1️⃣ The Directors Retreat
An exclusive event for SBA 7(a) division heads, happening May 4th & 5th at the Bohemian Hotel in Savannah, GA. Only 10 seats available!

Reserve your spot:
https://www.simpletix.com/e/the-directors-retreat-tickets-198763

2️⃣ SBA Jobs Board
Our new jobs board is live! For just $99, post your open SBA lending positions and connect with top talent in the SBA community.

Learn more:
https://www.artofsba.com/job-board

3️⃣ Podcast Season Update
We’re gearing up for a new season of The Art of SBA Lending featuring:

• A two-part episode with emerging SBA leaders
• A behind-the-scenes look at this year’s Annual BDO Retreat

Make sure to subscribe so you don’t miss a thing!

Got questions or ideas? Reach out to us:
📧 admin@artofsba.com

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In this episode of The Art of SBA Lending, Ray Drew sits down with Chris Hurn to explore the complexities of entrepreneurship, leadership, and finance. Chris shares the story of winding down his previous company, Fountainhead, navigating the challenges of partnerships, and transitioning to his latest venture—a business bank in West Georgia.

From educating clients about SBA loans to building a team that aligns with company culture, Chris highlights the balancing act between growth, innovation, and risk. He also offers insights into:

• The risks and rewards of entrepreneurship

• Effective marketing strategies for the modern business landscape

• Navigating the competitive world of SBA lending and business acquisitions

Join Ray and Chris for a candid conversation about the evolving business world, and gain valuable takeaways for your own journey.

Be sure to subscribe to keep up with the rest of our Vegas interview series from NAGGL 2024!

This episode is sponsored by:

The Content Store

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Rapid Business Plans

Rapid Business Plans is the go-to provider of business plans and feasibility studies for government guaranteed small business lenders.

For more information, or to set up a Get Acquainted call go to http://www.rapidbusinessplans.com/art-of-sba

SBA Jobs Board

Hiring for your SBA department? We’ve got you covered! SBA Jobs Board is here to bridge the gap between you and top SBA talent. Our Art of SBA Lending audience is packed with experts ready for their next career move. List your openings with us to connect with the best in the industry and find the right fit for your team. Live now on our new Art of SBA Website | https://www.artofsba.com/job-board

BDO’s…let’s start your weeks strong! Sign up for our weekly sales advice series, Sales Ammo. Every Monday morning wake up to a piece of Rays sales advice in your inbox to help you rise to the top. Subscribe here: https://www.artofsba.com/army-of-bdos

Loving The Art of SBA Lending episodes? Make sure to follow along with our sister shows, The BDO Show and SBA Today, each week with the links below!

https://www.youtube.com/@TheBDOShow

http://www.youtube.com/@SBAToday

Head to http://www.artofsba.com for more information and to sign up for our must-read monthly newsletter to stay up to date with The Art of SBA Lending.

In this episode of The Art of SBA Lending, Ray sits down with Mike Breckheimer at NAGGL 2024 to discuss the ins and outs of starting a lender service provider (LSP) business and navigating the SBA ecosystem.

Mike shares his extensive experience building turnkey solutions for banks, credit unions, and other institutions looking to outsource SBA loan operations. He dives into the intricate balance of compliance, relationship building, and patience required to thrive in this niche industry.

Key Highlights:

• Starting an LSP: Learn the essential steps to establish yourself as a trusted SBA lender service provider, including the necessary regulatory steps with OCRM.

• Sales Strategies for LSPs: Mike explains the long sales cycle when working with banks and credit unions and how patience was the key during the process.

• Navigating SBA Oversight: Discover the role of OCRM in reviewing lender service provider agreements and maintaining oversight in the SBA ecosystem.

• Tech & Innovation in SBA Lending: Explore how emerging technology and data analytics are reshaping the SBA lending landscape.

Whether you're an aspiring LSP entrepreneur or a seasoned professional curious about industry trends, this episode is packed with valuable insights on the current state of SBA lending.

Don’t miss out on our exclusive NAGGL interview series—subscribe now to catch every episode!

This episode is sponsored by:

Lumos Data

Lumos empowers your small business lending growth with cutting-edge analytics and streamlined applications that optimize your performance.

If you're ready to take your small business lending to the next level with cutting edge analytics visit lumosdata.com.

Rapid Business Plans

Rapid Business Plans is the go-to provider of business plans and feasibility studies for government guaranteed small business lenders.

For more information, or to set up a Get Acquainted call go to http://www.rapidbusinessplans.com/art-of-sba

SBA Jobs Board

Hiring for your SBA department? We’ve got you covered! SBA Jobs Board is here to bridge the gap between you and top SBA talent. Our Art of SBA Lending audience is packed with experts ready for their next career move. List your openings with us to connect with the best in the industry and find the right fit for your team. Live now on our new Art of SBA Website | https://www.artofsba.com/job-board

BDO’s…let’s start your weeks strong! Sign up for our weekly sales advice series, Sales Ammo. Every Monday morning wake up to a piece of Rays sales advice in your inbox to help you rise to the top. Subscribe here: https://www.artofsba.com/army-of-bdos

Loving The Art of SBA Lending episodes? Make sure to follow along with our sister shows, The BDO Show and SBA Today, each week with the links below!

https://www.youtube.com/@TheBDOShow

http://www.youtube.com/@SBAToday

Head to http://www.artofsba.com for more information and to sign up for our must-read monthly newsletter to stay up to date with The Art of SBA Lending.