The Business Credit and Financing Show

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In The Business Credit and Financing Show we tackle all types or topics relating to how you can get business credit and financing to start and grow your business. We also discuss marketing and growth strategies with top influencers and industry experts, to help you start and grow a profitable business.

  1. 1d ago

    Luke Hessler: How to Turn Your Reputation into Revenue and Your Brand into a Business Asset

    Luke Hessler is a branding strategist, entrepreneur, and the founder of Ace Branding, where he helps businesses and personal brands stand out, scale their visibility, and create lasting impact in competitive markets. With a strong focus on digital presence and brand positioning, Luke specializes in helping entrepreneurs clarify their message, attract the right audience, and turn their brand into a powerful growth asset. Through his work, he has helped clients elevate their online presence using strategic content, social media, and modern branding techniques that drive engagement and revenue. Luke is passionate about empowering business owners to build authentic brands that not only look great—but convert, influence, and grow. During the show we discuss: Why visibility alone does not create credibility How social proof influences customer decisions Why personal branding can create long-term business leverage How to evaluate your Google, social media, and AI presence How podcasts and press can strengthen online credibility Why the consideration phase can quietly leak potential customers How to build a brand without making the business dependent on the owner How to use the Blueprint, Build, and Boost framework Resources: https://www.linkedin.com/in/luke-hessler-9759ab138/

  2. 2d ago

    Eddie DeAngelis: How to Build a Business That's Ready to Grow

    Eddie DeAngelis is a seasoned entrepreneur and business funding expert with more than 30 years of business experience. From his early days as a street vendor in Philadelphia to becoming the Founder and CEO of QualiFi, Eddie has built a career centered on helping entrepreneurs achieve growth and success. Through QualiFi, Eddie works closely with business owners to provide customized financing solutions, including term loans, equipment financing, lines of credit, and other funding products designed to help businesses access the capital they need to scale. His hands-on experience as both an entrepreneur and funding professional gives him a unique perspective on the challenges business owners face when seeking financing and navigating growth opportunities. Eddie is passionate about empowering entrepreneurs with the resources, knowledge, and capital necessary to build successful companies. His expertise in business funding, lending solutions, entrepreneurship, and industry trends makes him a valuable guest for our audience of business owners, lenders, brokers, and entrepreneurs. During the show we discuss: Why you do not need significant capital to start a business How taking action can be more important than having a perfect business plan Why businesses need systems and people to scale effectively How to determine what type of capital your business actually needs Why the cheapest or largest funding option is not always the best fit How debt consolidation can improve cash flow Why businesses should address financial problems before seeking more capital How to build a stronger long-term relationship with funding providers Links Company Website: https://goqualifi.com/about-the-ceo/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/-edward-deangelis-ceo-qualifi-llc

  3. Sep 29

    Jason Blumer: How to Build a Business That Works Without You and Becomes Truly Valuable

    Jason Blumer is the Founder and CEO of Thriveal, a community and consulting organization dedicated to helping entrepreneurial CPA firm owners grow through coaching, education, and leadership development. Since launching Thriveal in 2010, he has supported thousands of firm owners in building more intentional, scalable, and purpose-driven businesses. In addition to Thriveal, Jason is the CEO of Blumer & Associates, CPAs, an advisory firm serving creative and agency-based businesses. He was an early adopter of the virtual firm model and has spent years helping firms transition from compliance-focused services to higher-value advisory relationships. Jason is widely recognized as a thought leader in the accounting industry, having been named one of Accounting Today's Top 100 Most Influential People in Accounting. He is also a speaker, writer, and podcast host, known for his work on firm growth, capacity management, and building purpose-driven organizations that scale sustainably. Through his work, Jason helps firm owners simplify complexity, build stronger teams, and create businesses that are not only profitable, but also attractive to lenders, investors, and long-term growth opportunities. During the show we discuss: Why revenue does not automatically mean growth How to reduce owner dependency Why fast growth can create operational problems How to manage business complexity as you scale Why non-revenue-generating roles can support growth How to distinguish profit from available cash When debt can support a business and when it can become a burden How cash reserves and working capital can improve funding readiness Resources: https://thriveal.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasonblumer/ https://x.com/jasonmblumer?lang=en

  4. Sep 28

    Nellie Akalp: How to Build A Business That's Fundable, Compliant, and Built to Last

    Nellie Akalp is a serial entrepreneur, small business advocate, and the Founder and CEO of CorpNet, a leading business formation and compliance service that has helped hundreds of thousands of entrepreneurs start and maintain their businesses across all 50 states. With over two decades of experience in the incorporation industry, Nellie has built multiple successful companies focused on simplifying the startup process for business owners. She is widely recognized for her expertise in business formation, compliance, and entrepreneurial growth strategies. Nellie is a passionate advocate for small businesses and frequently shares insights on how entrepreneurs can properly structure their companies, stay compliant, and position themselves for funding and long term success. Her work has empowered countless business owners to confidently launch and scale their ventures. Through CorpNet, Nellie continues to make business ownership more accessible by providing streamlined solutions, expert guidance, and ongoing support for entrepreneurs at every stage of their journey. During the show we discuss: Why choosing the right entity matters How LLC and corporation structures differ How S corporation tax elections work Why business compliance must continue after formation How to maintain separation between personal and business finances Why documentation matters for business expenses How compliance can support long-term growth and funding Why businesses should generally consider where they actually operate when choosing a formation state Resources: https://www.corpnet.com/

  5. Sep 27

    Sebastian Sanders: Empower the Next Generation with Financial Literacy and Entrepreneurship

    Sebastian Sanders, widely known as "The Youth Principal," is an author, educator, speaker, and entrepreneur dedicated to advancing economic mobility through youth development and community innovation. Born and raised in Houston, Texas, he is the founder of Sanders Hand, a nonprofit that has impacted over 5,000 youth and college students across the U.S. and Ghana through financial literacy, leadership, and digital education. In 2024, the organization earned recognition as a Career & Technical Student Organization (CTSO) by the Texas Education Agency—one of only 10 in the state. Sebastian also created the Young Billionaires Club, a hands-on entrepreneurship program for youth, and leads SJS Enterprises, where he advises businesses and schools on growth and impact strategy. A former leader at PepsiCo and Frito-Lay, he holds a BBA and an MBA in Management. He is the author of The Art of Giving, a TED Talk speaker, and host of "Money Mondays," empowering communities through practical financial education. During the show we discuss: Turning experience into credibility and influence Building a brand around a mission people believe in Lessons from corporate leadership and entrepreneurship Using discipline, planning, and customer service to build a business Testing ideas and building proof of concept before scaling Building credibility through results, relationships, and testimonials Differences between younger and established entrepreneurs The responsibility that comes with influence and audience trust Resources: https://www.sandershand.org/

  6. Sep 21

    Bridger Pennington: How to Launch, Fund, and Scale Your Own Investment Fund

    Bridger Pennington is a fund manager, entrepreneur, and co-founder of multiple investment funds dedicated to making private investing more accessible. In 2019, he co-founded Fund Launch, an incubator helping emerging managers launch and grow investment funds. Today, the platform has more than 141,000 users and has helped launch 390 funds representing over $7.1 billion in reported AUM. In 2026, Bridger co-founded Fund Launch AI, an end-to-end platform designed to simplify fund and SPV formation, legal structures, administration, and vendor management. He also co-founded Fund Launch Partners, a $32 million GP Stakes fund focused on partnering with emerging fund managers, with more than $341 million in aggregate portfolio AUM. Through these ventures, Bridger is working to democratize Wall Street and make sophisticated investment opportunities and infrastructure accessible to a broader generation of fund managers.  During the show we discuss: Why an investment fund is essentially a pool of capital How to determine whether a fund could fit an existing business strategy How funds can help scale real estate investing Why fund structures can provide portfolio diversification How syndications differ from investment funds How blind-pool funds work How real estate funds differ from private equity funds How venture capital funds invest in startups Resources: https://www.fundlaunch.com/

  7. Sep 16

    Frank Tumminello: How to Stay Compliant and Protect Your Business fromm Costly Mistakes

    Frank Tumminello is the founder of FileForms, a company focused on simplifying business compliance and filing requirements for entrepreneurs and companies across the U.S. With a strong background in business operations and regulatory processes, Frank has helped streamline how businesses stay compliant with state and federal requirements. Through FileForms, he provides practical solutions that save business owners time, reduce risk, and eliminate the complexity of ongoing filings—allowing entrepreneurs to focus on growth and scaling their companies. During the show we discuss: Why business compliance is often overlooked Annual reports and maintaining good standing How missed filings can affect financing Compliance requirements when operating across multiple states Nexus triggers involving employees, assets, property, sales, and revenue Costly compliance mistakes and franchise taxes How compliance can affect business sales and due diligence Technology, APIs, and AI in compliance Resources: https://fileforms.com/

  8. Sep 15

    Raphael Lavin: Use Equipment Financing to Reserve Cash Flow and Scale Smarter

    Raphael Lavin is a seasoned financial executive and entrepreneur with deep expertise in financial and credit analysis, leasing, and enterprise risk management. His experience spans operating a private equipment leasing company where he oversaw credit structuring, pricing, collections, and litigation—giving him a comprehensive understanding of multiple industries. He began his career in a fourth-generation family-owned metals business, gaining hands-on experience across operations before transitioning into sales, where he expanded market reach and revenue. As the industry evolved, Raphael developed a strong focus on efficiency, cost management, and strategic change. Later, he helped transform a small leasing operation by implementing modern business practices, adopting early credit scoring models, and building risk-based pricing systems. Raphael has also served in leadership roles across nonprofit and community organizations, applying his risk management expertise to governance and security initiatives. He holds a BA from the University of Wisconsin–Madison and an MBA from the University of Chicago, along with a CLFP designation. Raphael resides in Chicago with his family. During the show we discuss: Why how you finance equipment matters more than what you buy When leasing beats owning and how to choose the right structure for your business How to preserve cash flow while still scaling operations Why smart capital structuring increases profitability and flexibility The biggest mistakes business owners make with equipment financing How to use financing as a growth tool instead of a burden Why working capital is king—and how to protect it during expansion How experienced lenders evaluate deals and structure smarter financing Resources: https://www.standardproserv.com/

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