Best Ken Carlson Podcasts (2024)

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How to Build a Credit Box feat. Brian Carlson, Jeannie Yoder, & Chris Kwiatkowski | Ep. 158 31:28

5h ago31:28

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This week on The Art of SBA Lending, we’re diving deep into the framework that defines SBA lending success—the credit box. Ray is joined by our panel of experts to explore how SBA shops build and refine their credit boxes to manage risk and go to market with a competitive product. What does it take to build a successful SBA credit box? Is your cred…

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GCP: Saturday Night Grit - Cannabis Shopping and Unmarked Vans. Bonus featuring Joshua W. Turner 1:00:56

1h ago1:00:56

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Jeff and Scott kick off the episode talking cannabis and podcasting then rolls into this weeks segment with Joshua Turner. This time, Josh discusses why it’s the best time to be a musician, including his musical journey, the change of the musical landscape, starting the band We Wept, and why here and now is the best time to put music out. He talks …

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Broker Compensation feat. Charles H. Green, Javier Jorge, & Kay Anderson | Ep. 157 41:58

1d ago41:58

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In this episode of The Art of SBA Lending, we’re diving into one of the hottest and most complex topics in the industry today: broker compensation in SBA lending. As the competition for volume in the 7(a) space heats up, broker fees are on the rise—sometimes dramatically so. But what does that mean for the industry, lenders, and ultimately, the bor…

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GCP: Saturday Night Grit - Family, Candy, and Sports 40:59

2d ago40:59

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This time Jeff and Scott discuss Jeff’s adventures with his grandkids, public transportation, concerts, and Erik gives an update on some of Tacoma’s upcoming sporting events. 01:20 – Jeff and Scott kick off the podcast chatting about their previous episode, Scott talks about taking his visiting family to Crypticon, and Jeff talks about his amazing …

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The Great Debate: 504 vs 7(a) for Real Estate feat. Charles H. Green, Ken Rosenthal, & Brooke Mirenda | Ep. 156 53:05

8d ago53:05

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This week on The Art of SBA Lending we’re diving into a critical industry debate: the strategic differences between 504 and 7(a) loans for real estate. This episode will explore: Distinct Features: Analyze the structural nuances and financial mechanisms of 504 versus 7(a) loans. Strategic Considerations: Examine scenarios where each loan type offer…

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GCP: Vacation is Over! 31:06

9d ago31:06

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After their summer break, GCP has returned!! Jeff and Scott kick the episode off by discussing what they were up to during the break and the exciting things coming up during the fall. Derek also gives an update on gaming, including PAX and past conventions. 00:08—Jeff and Scott kick off the return episode, Jeff talks about the summer ending, and th…

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Cultivating Your Own Talent (Best Practices) | Ep. 155 42:23

15d ago42:23

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In this episode of The Art of SBA Lending, we dive into another crucial conversation: how do we not only attract, but also train and retain the next generation of SBA professionals? From the great financial collapse to a $37 billion year in 2021, the landscape has drastically changed. Yet, the challenge remains: cultivating a workforce that is not …

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Business Acquisition Underwriting Standards feat. Brian Carlson, Kay Anderson, & Charles Rho | Ep. 154 37:03

22d ago37:03

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In this episode of The Art of SBA Lending, Ray dives deep into the evolving world of business acquisition financing. Are lenders taking on more risk than ever before? Ray kicks things off by examining how underwriting standards for business acquisitions have shifted, allowing for up to 90% financing and bringing a wave of new buyers with little-to-…

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Defining and Managing Your Brand in a Complex Marketplace featuring Howie Chan 59:59

1M ago59:59

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Send us a text In this episode, we dive into the essentials of branding with expert Howie Chan, founder of Healthy Brand Consulting. The discussion covers the critical role of understanding and managing one's brand, both for companies and individuals. Howie shares insights from his journey from biomedical engineering to branding, offers practical a…

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Championing the Voices of the Victimized 1:48:05

27d ago1:48:05

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In this episode, we’re joined by Aswad, Vice President of ASJ, who shares his compelling journey from being a promising basketball player to becoming a leading advocate for justice reform. On August 24, 2009, at just 26 years old, Aswad was preparing to embark on a professional basketball career in Europe when his life was tragically altered by a n…

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Sourcing Deals Outside of the BDO Channel feat. Chris Hurn, Ken Rosenthal, & Mike Breckheimer | Ep. 153 45:57

29d ago45:57

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The BDO model—it’s reliable and proven, and clearly I’ve been a fan, but is the industry missing out on better alternatives? We’re getting into it on todays new episode. Join me and our Art of SBA Contributors as we break down the costs, the strengths and potential pitfalls, and alternative options for the BDO model. Should we be exploring new sale…

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The Rise of the Small Loan Program feat. Mike Breckheimer, Christopher Hackney, & Darren Davis | Ep. 152 39:16

1M ago39:16

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In this episode, host Ray Drew delves into the transformative changes within the SBA 7(a) Small Loan Program. With the new SOP increasing what they consider a “small loan” from $350,000 to $500,000 and streamlining processes, SBA lending has seen a renaissance in small loans. Key topics covered include: The shift in the secondary market favoring sm…

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The Impact of the 2024 Election on SBA Lending feat. Bob Coleman, Chris Hurn, & Brooke Mirenda 46:16

1M ago46:16

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Welcome back to The Art of SBA Lending podcast! A place where the most influential leaders in the SBA lending industry come together to debate, discuss, and drive our industry forward. In today's episode, host Ray Drew kicks things off, addressing the increasing impact of politics on SBA lending. From SOP changes to funding challenges, the SBA miss…

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How to Build and Manage a Powerful Advisory Board featuring Paul Hickey 52:14

2M ago52:14

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Send us a text In this episode, the discussion centers around the crucial role of advisory boards in guiding company strategies, product development, and business initiatives within the medical device sector. Featuring insights from Paul Hickey, CEO of ReShape Life Sciences, the conversation delves into best practices for forming and managing advis…

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Trump Nearly Assassinated By Deep State! Shocking News Of Deep State Attack - Justin Stenstrom (Ep. 43) 39:22

2M ago39:22

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In today’s American Freedom Tribe show Justin covers the unbelievable attempted assassination of America’s greatest president, Donald J. Trump. *Download this episode now and subscribe to our channel to get more of these amazing interviews! In our episode we go over: • The brazen attack on President Trump • Whether the shooter acted alone • The utt…

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GCP: Sunday Sermon 49:56

3M ago49:56

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Join the guys as they honor the memory of Louie G, dive into Jeff's thrilling experience at the Northwest Pinball & Arcade Show, and explore Justin's public transit escapades. Plus, don't miss a SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT about the future of GCP! 04:20 - Justin reflects on the passing of Louie Galarza, the former bassist for ANTIHERO and founder of the b…

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People over Profits: Building a Culture that Retains Talent feat. Kyel Sletten | Ep. 150 51:22

3M ago51:22

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We’ve got a one-of-a-kind episode as our last one of the season. We’re bringing on an impromptu guest this week! No planning or prepping- just great SBA discussions with fellow SBA content creator Kyel Sletten in front of the mic. Listen in as Kyel and Ray pull back the curtain on content creation and why it’s so great for the industry, their hopes…

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GCP: Rusty McClintock & Ken Carlson at the Union Club 1:09:24

3M ago1:09:24

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This week the guys are joined by friends of the show Rusty McClintock (Comedian | RCF Exteriors & Remodeling) and Ken Carlson (Artist, Director, and General Artistic Badass)! They catch up with a chat about Justin's new house projects from RCF, Ken's recap from Crypticon 2024, pet ownership, video game hangups, exercise problems, and more! 02:30 - …

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New SBA Shop Setting Eyes on the Top 10 feat. Jonathan Smith | Ep. 149 48:04

4M ago48:04

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This week we have Jonathan Smith on the podcast to talk about the national growth and success of SBA at Northwest Bank. In this episode Jonathan and Ray get into: >Strategies behind hiring and interviewing >The dedication it takes to be a high producing player/coach (especially in a new shop) >How important titles should be to an employee >Underwri…

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GCP: Rainy Day Rabbit Holes 1:31:00

4M ago1:31:00

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GCP invites podcasters Shea & Jody from the Rainy Day Rabbit Holes podcast to discuss podcasting, Tacoma life, and the Union Club! 00:00 - GCP welcomes Shea & Jody by popping a few cold ones, talking about their Juneau beers! Shea & Jody are hosts of the Rainy Day Rabbit Holes podcast, discussing Pacific Northwest history. They share how their bond…

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Class is Now in Session: New SOP Edition feat. Prof. Lance Sexton | Ep. 148 55:17

4M ago55:17

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This week we have SBA legend Lance Sexton on the podcast for a stellar episode on education for the future generation of SBA lenders behind the scenes of a bank closure, and Lance uses a phrase that may sound familiar: clear as mud. Can you guess what he’s talking about? Great topics for a great guest, live from Nashville at NAGGL. Also, how did Th…

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GCP: Friday Night Hangout -Java Jivin' 1:09:00

4M ago1:09:00

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This time, the crew discusses gaming, wild animals, An Evening with John Cusack, movies filmed in Tacoma, and local sports! 00:00 – GCP welcomes this episode by discussing gaming, recent bear sightings in the area, and other wild animals the crew has seen. Derek talks about running into wild bison, Justin reflects on getting into a drunken argument…

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Unlocking Efficiency as a BDO feat. Lane Rhodes | Ep. 147 46:29

4M ago46:29

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We’re sitting down with Lane Rhodes on her home turf for this episode! Live from Nashville we are chatting with Nashville's OG of Lending about leveraging your strengths and efficiency to find success as a BDO. Listen in to get all the details about how Lane found her success by creating relationships, how being patient doesn’t always pay off, why …

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GCP: Saturday Night Grit - Aurora Borealis, Mt. St. Helens, and Crypticon 1:29:40

4M ago1:29:40

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The crew discusses the aurora borealis, Crypticon adventure, Jeff’s Capades, and much more! 00:16 — Justin sets the stage by wishing Happy Mother's Day to our listeners who are mothers. Jeff stirs up anticipation for the hot aurora borealis medicine, and Justin shares the best way to witness the breathtaking northern lights. He also hints at the up…

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A Detailed Look Into a Conviction Integrity Unit | Guest: Cynthia Garza 1:31:54

4M ago1:31:54

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Justin and Preston welcome Cynthia Garza to the podcast. Cynthia Garza is the Special Fields Bureau Chief of the Dallas County District Attorney’s Office’s and Chief of the Conviction Integrity Unit (CIU). The CIU primarily reviews cases concerning allegations of innocence, but it also reviews cases involving instances of wrongful conviction. Ms. G…

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The Inner Workings of the Secondary Market feat. Karen Bean | Ep. 146 40:57

4M ago40:57

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For this weeks episode we have Karen Bean joining us to discuss all things about the secondary market. Listen to Karen and Ray get into details about her incredibly successful career in the secondary market, learning about what happens when a buyer mistakenly bids too high, how 2008 and Covid-era incentives impacted the secondary market, her BTS th…

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GCP: Best Of - Casey McLain 1:14:30

4M ago1:14:30

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This best-of is a replay of the crews conversation with local comedian and podcaster Casey McLain from episode 265. During that episode, he chatted with the guys about comedy, podcasting, and The Pacific Northwest. Follow him on his socials for information on his upcoming performances! 04:51 – Justin kicks off the show by sharing how listeners can …

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Commercializing a Disruptive Technology in a Hospital with Multiple Decision Makers and Influencers - Featuring Joe Steele 1:00:54

5M ago1:00:54

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Send us a text Joe Steele is Head of Commercialization at Hemosonics, where they are providing point-of-care solutions to help clinicians make more informed decisions on blood product usage. In this episode Joe shares why moving up the ladder too fast may not be the best way to go, why experiencing failure will help in the long-run, how to use wisd…

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Raising the limit on the SBA 7a loan program feat. Steve Mariani | Ep. 145 48:07

5M ago48:07

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This week we have Steve Miriani, founder of Diamond Financial joining us to get into the industry hot topic, raising the SBA 7(a) limit. Listen in to hear Ray and Steve discuss why this needs to be a priority and what steps are being taken to get us there. We also discuss the journey of Steve’s career, how creating his own niche led him to his succ…

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GCP: Friday Night Grit - Car Problems, AI Music, and Things Happening 1:34:15

5M ago1:34:15

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This Friday Night Grit, the crew discusses Crypticon, upcoming guests, car problems, public transportation, moon talk, Over The Moon Café, and AI music. 01:34 – Derek reflects on harassing Discord live stream during the recording of the last episode, each expresses their love of partying, and Justin shares their excitement for the upcoming Cryptico…

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Open or Closed Robotic Systems – Are We at a Crossroads? Featuring Stuart Simpson 1:04:38

5M ago1:04:38

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Send us a text Stuart Simpson is CEO of Think Surgical. During his stellar 24-year career at Stryker he led an orthopedic industry transformation that established surgical robotic joint replacement as a standard of care, beginning with the acquisition of Mako Surgical in 2013. In this episode he shares his roots in medical device and how orthopedic…

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Director Shares the Secret Sauce of his SBA Program | Ep. 144 | The Art of SBA Lending 39:42

5M ago39:42

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For this weeks episode we have Darren Davis, president of Small Business Specialty Lending at Colony Bank joining us to conclude our sit-down interview series from Asheville. In one of Ray's favorite episodes so far this season, they sit down to talk leadership, talent, overcoming obstacles and SBA changes, and the lessons he's learned the hard way…

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GCP: Sunday Sermon - The Next Day, The Coloring Book, and Neighbors 59:58

5M ago59:58

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This time the crew discusses 4/20 partakings, Fallout, GCP Coloring Book, Jeff’s Capades, Crypticon, and much, much more! 01:23 – Justin kicks off the episode reflecting on recording the day before, what they did post their 4/20 recording, and Derek talks about binge watching Fallout. Justin talks about the bonuses Patrons get, how Discord has been…

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The Good Cops - Whistleblowers | Guest: Austin Handle 1:53:05

5M ago1:53:05

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Justin has a candid conversation with guest, Austin Handle, regarding whistleblower cops. Austin is a whistleblower cop out of Dunwoody, Georgia. Austin tells his story and experience about fighting to get his name back after he was retaliated against for exposing misconduct and corruption within his former police agency. Justin and Austin talk abo…

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Solving the Talent Gap in SBA (Shatterbox update) | Ep. 143 56:35

5M ago56:35

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This week on The Art of SBA Lending- Shatterbox Join us for a panel discussion as we sit down with founder of Shatterbox, Dustin Baker, and early adopters of the program Chris Kwiatkowski and Cam Nayebi. Ray and our panelists go into detail about the struggles with the talent gap in SBA lending, including hiring and training, why Shatterbox was cre…

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GCP: Saturday Night Grit - Eclipse, Rage Rooms, & Fallout 1:01:45

5M ago1:01:45

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The guys chat about the recent Best Of, Jury Duty, Scott Topics, the Fallout show, and local sporting events. 00:02 – The official GCP Robot sings us into this episode, Justin starts off discussing the events around the recent eclipse, and Mercury retrograde. He gives a shout-out to CNote who has been re-discovering GCP episode gems, being recently…

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4 Keys to Success in SBA Sales feat. Industry Icon Ken Rosenthal | Ep. 142 | The Art of SBA Lending 47:21

5M ago47:21

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This week we have Ken Rosenthal on the podcast giving us his 4 secrets to success in SBA sales. Listen in as Ray and Ken think back to when they first met in the very beginning of Rays SBA career, how Ken organizes his day to maintain his position as a top-producer, standing out as an SBA lender in your market, and those sales secrets we are all wa…

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GCP: BEST OF - Streetball Supe 44:24

5M ago44:24

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This week's episode is a blast from the past. The crew brings you a Best Of where they talked to local Seattle rapper Streetball Supe back in 2019. Streetball Supe is an independent artist from Seattle's Central District. You can find him on your favorite music streaming service including Apple Music or Spotify. Special props to GCP friend Cnote fo…

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Biden Being Replaced In August By Democrats (This Is Who’ll Become The New Democratic Nominee) - Justin Stenstrom (Ep. 42) 20:37

6M ago20:37

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In today’s American Freedom Tribe show Justin covers the most realistic plan for who will replace feeble, old and barely cognizant Joe Biden as the new Democratic nominee in August. *Download this episode now and subscribe to our channel to get more of these amazing interviews! In our episode we go over: • Why the DNC must replace Biden before Nove…

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How to do SBA at a Community Bank | Ep. 141 45:29

6M ago45:29

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This week on The Art of SBA Lending we have a guest who certainly likes to stay busy, Maria Lawson! Maria is the Managing Director of Government Guaranteed Lending at Signature Bank of Georgia and board member of GLQC. Maria sits down with Ray at The Southeastern Small Business Lenders Conference in Asheville, NC, to discuss: -Balancing her impress…

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GCP: Tacoma Handywoman 1:28:16

5M ago1:28:16

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Michelle and David from Tacoma Handywoman join the crew on this episode. Michelle, Tacoma’s local “Jill” of all trades has over 5 years experience as a handywoman. She dedicates herself to serving the community by offering knowledgeable, affordable, and high-quality services. Check out the website for information on the services they offer and conv…

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The Role of Legal Counsel in SBA Lending feat. Victor Diaz | Ep. 140 45:03

6M ago45:03

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This week on The Art of SBA Lending we have Victor Diaz, Managing Partner of Starfield & Smith, an SBA Law firm you may already know. Kicking off our 5 week in-person interview series from Ashville, Victor is sitting down with Ray for another great episode. Victor talks about his experiences from being a trial attorney to now an SBA attorney, what …

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GCP: St. Paddy's Sermon 1:13:33

6M ago1:13:33

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This time the crew discusses top travel plans, Point Defiance AAZK Pet Pageant - Silly Edition, past episodes that have stood out over the years, and being a part of the gym rat family. 00:00 – This episode kicks off discussing if they would take DNA tests, Jeff opens a beer to cheer St. Patrick’s Day, and Justin talks about his past vendetta again…

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Candace Owens Fired From Daily Wire! (Why Ben Shapiro Is 100% Wrong For This!) - Justin Stenstrom (Ep. 41) 35:51

6M ago35:51

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In today’s American Freedom Tribe show Justin covers the shocking firing of Candace Owens from The Daily Wire and why Ben Shapiro is wrong for facilitating this move! *Download this episode now and subscribe to our channel to get more of these amazing interviews! In our episode we go over: • The root of the battle between Candace Owens and Ben Shap…

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WHAT THE HECK IS GOING ON IN THE SBA INDUSTRY?! | Ep. 139 35:59

6M ago35:59

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In this weeks episode we are sitting down with Shane Lewis, President and co-founder of Baker Lewis, an SBA advisory firm. If you’ve been following along The Art of SBA, you already know who they are! We all know this shake up in the SBA industry has caused a lot of movement…but nobody knows it as well as Shane does. Listen in to hear what he has t…

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GCP: Sunday Sermon - Jury Duty and Jeffrey Crocker 1:01:32

6M ago1:01:32

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This time the guys chat about jury duty, Jeff’s Capades, cooking stories, Buddy’s Chicken and Waffles, and Girl Trouble's 40th Anniversary. 00:00 – The show kicks off with a Woot Woot, Jeff shares that Cosmic Bottles is now selling Faygo, the Jugglaos drink of preference, and Justin thanks all of GCP’s new listeners. He talks about the bonuses GCP …

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Courageous Leadership - Guest: Dr. Travis Yates 2:37:06

6M ago2:37:06

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Dr. Yates has spent 30 years in law enforcement and the last 25 years as a supervisor and manager. His previous assignments include patrol, gang investigations, training, technology, policy, media relations, jail operations and special operations that included SWAT, Helicopter, K-9, Dive Team, Bomb Squad, Disaster Response, Special Events and the R…

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Guess who’s retiring from SBA Lending | Ep. 138 46:48

6M ago46:48

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This week on The Art of SBA Lending we have a mystery guess with a big announcement…their retirement! Listen in to see who is retiring and what industry they are moving into. We’re also talking BDO experiences and comp plans, post-covid trends, and more. Leave a review if you’ve been loving these episodes and don’t forget to share our channel! This…

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GCP: Sunday Sermon - Strange State Facts, Pecans, and Chicken & Waffles 1:03:00

6M ago1:03:00

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This week the hot topics of discussion include including Buddy’s Chicken and Waffles, state statistics, Picon Punch, the sad closure of the Manuscript Library Museum, and the new look coming to the Proctor District. 00:15 – Justin kicks off this episode chatting about the recent crow saga, getting the Rock Band game up and rolling again, and the pa…

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Interview with Former Acting SBA Administrator Jeanne Hulit | Ep. 137 44:52

7M ago44:52

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This week on The Art of SBA Lending we're honored to be bringing you an interview with one of the few people who have actually run the SBA. Welcome, Jeanne Hulit, former acting SBA administrator and current CEO of Maine Community Bank! Jeanne is here giving us her takes on the 2023 changes of the SBA, and what she thinks about simplifying the SOP. …

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