The Impact of the 2024 Election on SBA Lending feat. Bob Coleman, Chris Hurn, & Brooke Mirenda
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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 mission for diverse funding, and the implications of the 2024 presidential elections, no stone is left unturned.
Join us as we dive into a dynamic panel discussion with three esteemed Art of SBA Contributors:
Brooke Mirenda, President and CEO of SEDCO
Bob Coleman, Founder and Publisher at Coleman Report
Chris Hurn, entrepreneur and SBA lending veteran
Our experts will share their insights on:
How politics has permeated SBA lending
The potential impact of the 2024 elections on SBA programs
The evolving mission of the SBA and its focus on diverse groups
Tune in now and let us know your thoughts!
Navigate the episode:
1:15 Ray speaks on political implications on SBA and the upcoming election
5:54 Panelist introductions
6:20 Has the SBA gotten more political in recent years?
7:30 Will the party in power change the course of the SBA’s core missions of access to capital and job creation?
8:25 Is there a difference between republican administration vs democrat administration when it comes to getting money out the door for Americas small businesses?
9:45 Should it be a part of prudent lending to consider race or gender when making a decision to lend?
13:50 Is there a lower demand of underserved communities requesting SBA loans? What can be done about it?
24:30 What do the next 4 years look like if Trump wins?
29:22 What do the next 4 years look like if the democratic nominee wins?
33:25 How will whoever wins the election impact the printing of new SBLC licenses?
39:50 Why isn’t there a private version of the SBA 7a loans program? Is that a potential contingency plan for the industry if it goes south?
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