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Episode 13 – Navigating SBA Loans in 2024
Ali Kraus, VP of Marketing at Benetends, speaks with SBA lending expert Reg Byrd about the state of SBA Loans and where he sees interest rates moving in 2024.
Episode 12 – Franchise Growth and Funding Success in 2024: A Jania Baliey Exclusive
Join Ali Kraus and Rocco Fiorentino on "Bellinis with Benetrends" as they explore 2024's franchise landscape with Jania Bailey from FranNet, discussing FranNet's growth, funding challenges, and the future of franchising. Gain valuable insights into effective franchise...
Episode 11 – The Fluid Facts: A Dive into Business Liquidity
Dive deep into the significance of liquidity when securing business funding, learn about the benchmarks lenders use, and unravel the distinctions between personal and business liquidity. Plus, Tiffany will shed light on the common pitfalls many prospective business...
Episode 10 – Funding the Flavor: Teriyaki Madness & Benetrends Stir Up a $30M Deal!
Dive into this exciting episode where we chat with Anthony Byrd from Benetrends and Patrick Pounders, the Executive Director of Franchise Development at Teriyaki Madness. We unwrap the sizzling details behind our new $30 million proprietary funding collaboration....
Episode 9 – SBA Loan Myths Busted: Collateral, Directories, and Rates Explained
In this illuminating episode of Bellinis with Benetrends, VP of Marketing Ali Kraus and Director of Operations John Hajgato dive deep into some of the most pressing questions and myths surrounding SBA loans. Whether it's concerns about putting your home up as...
Episode 8 – Navigating Fleet Financing with Benetrends and PuroClean
In this insightful podcast episode, Rocco Fiorentino, CEO of Benetrends Financial, and Steve White, President and COO of PuroClean, join forces to discuss the dynamic world of fleet financing. They explore how businesses like PuroClean can leverage Benetrends'...
Episode 7 – BODY20 & Benetrends: Funding the Fitness Revolution
In this exhilarating episode of Bellinis with Benetrends, Anthony Byrd welcomes Bob McQuillan, Chief Development Officer with BODY20, to discuss their remarkable partnership. The conversation unravels the details of the phenomenal $30 million franchise fund...
Episode 6 – QuickStart Your Dreams with Benetrends
In this exciting episode of Bellinis with Benetrends, Ali Kraus welcomes Colin Hamilton of UFS to dive into the innovative QuickStart program. Discover how this SBA alternative empowers entrepreneurs to secure funding in the $50,000 to $250,000 range without the need...
Episode 5 – From Startup to Success: How to Secure SBA Financing and Grow Your Business
Join Kristen Gordon from Benetrends Financial and Jelena Kuchar from Huntington Bank as they delve into the world of SBA lending and loan applications. In this insightful podcast, they discuss the importance of a strong business plan, navigating the process with ease,...
Episode 4 – Adapting to Change: SBA Franchise Directory Elimination
Are you curious about the recent SBA Franchise Directory elimination and what it means for funding? Tune in to our latest podcast episode, where Reg, Morgan, and Ali dive into the topic and discuss how Benetrends Financial is prepared to support entrepreneurs during...