Small Biz Florida

Ep. 132 | What does your credit union think of you as a business owner? With Deb Petrel SVP of SBA Loan Administration Director at PILOT a part of LMCU

Your credit union should not be an obstacle; it should open doors and provide a clear path. Can it help you create greater efficiency and security in your banking? Can it provide a reliable and predictable source of capital for your business? Does your credit union find smart ways to put cash reserves to work?
In this segment of Small Biz Florida, host, Tom Kindred discusses what it is like working with PILOT a part of LMCU (Lake Michigan Credit Union) with Deb Petrel who serves as Pilot’s Senior Vice President SBA Loan Administration Director. She gives an overview of the programs and services available to clients of PILOT.  
– Check out PILOT a part of LMCU: https://www.pilot.bank/ 
For more segments like these, subscribe to Small Biz Florida and Follow the official Small Biz Florida Instagram! This and the following segments were recorded at this year’s annual Florida Association of Government Guaranteed Lenders Conference hosted at the JW Marriott Orlando, Grande Lakes. 
– To learn more about FLAGGL, visit their website here

Ep. 131 | Why Do You Need a Business Valuation with Darren S. Mize Co-Founder of GCF Business Valuation

GCF Business Valuation is the leader in SBA-Compliant Business Valuations. In today’s episode, we discuss why every business owner needs to have a Business Valuation. 
Clients of GCF hired them because they are looking for accurate, detailed information. GCF literally wrote the SBA’s business valuation operating procedures. Nobody knows them better. In this episode of Small Biz Florida host, Tom was able to sit down with Darren S. Mize who serves as Co-Founder and Partner of GCF Business Valuation to discuss what they do, who they serve, and how they do it. 
– Check out GCF Business Valuation: https://gvalue.com/ 
For more segments like these, subscribe to Small Biz Florida and Follow the official Small Biz Florida Instagram! This and the following segments were recorded at this year’s annual Florida Association of Government Guaranteed Lenders Conference hosted at the JW Marriott Orlando, Grande Lakes. 
– To learn more about FLAGGL, visit their website here

Ep. 130 | How FinTech is Speeding Up Approval Rates with Lumos Technologies and Summit Technology Group

Brett Caines who serves as CEO of Lumos Technologies and David Tinsley who serves as Senior Vice President at Summit Technology Group join Small Biz Florida to talk to us about the partnership between Lumos Technologies and Summit Technology Group. 
As more and more small businesses are formed the demand for small dollar loans increases. That is why many banks are turning to the online application process to make things easier for not only themselves but their customers as well. The partnership between Summit Technology Group and Lumos Technologies is an example of innovation that is occurring behind the scenes to make life easier for banking institutions and their customers. 
– Check out Lumos Technologies: https://lumosdata.com/– Check out Summit Technology Group: https://thesummitgrp.com/ 
For more segments like these, subscribe to Small Biz Florida and Follow the official Small Biz Florida Instagram! This and the following segments were recorded at this year’s annual Florida Association of Government Guaranteed Lenders Conference hosted at the JW Marriott Orlando, Grande Lakes. 
– To learn more about FLAGGL, visit their website here

Ep. 129 | Find out How Summit Technology Group is Making Financial Institutions Better with LG Thulasidharan

Thulasidharan Lakshminarayanan Govindaswamy (“LG”) is a fintech evangelist and seasoned enabler of change across some of the largest consultancies supporting the financial services industry.
In this role, Mr. Thulasidharan drove change and innovation at GSE's, Large and Regional Financial institutions. He previously served as a go-to-market executive representing digital banking for FIS and has supported numerous tier-one commercial banks.
His projects have included leading and delivering technology solutions in TCS (Tata Consultancy Services) and helping grow a successful sales culture in a fintech (Zenmonics). He has a passion for high-touch customer service and helping ensure the independence of the community banking industry. Mr. Thulasidharan holds an MBA from Symbiosis International University and a BS in Electrical and Electronics Engineering.
In this episode of Small Biz Florida, LG joins host, Tom Kindred to talk about all things FinTech and how Summit Technology Group is bettering financial institutions with their innovative technology.
– Check out Summit Technology Group: https://thesummitgrp.com/ 
For more segments like these, subscribe to Small Biz Florida and Follow the official Small Biz Florida Instagram! This and the following segments were recorded at this year’s annual Florida Association of Government Guaranteed Lenders Conference hosted at the JW Marriott Orlando, Grande Lakes. 
– To learn more about FLAGGL, visit their website here

Ep. 128 | Learn How Commercial Finance Partners Can Help Accelerate your Cash Flow Cycle with Nick Low Business Development Officer at Commercial Finance Partners

Commercial Finance Partners is a direct commercial lender and debt advisory firm providing creative and flexible financing solutions for small to middle-market companies. Through direct lending and partner programs, Commercial Finance Partners is the one-stop-shop for any non-bank financing need. Today’s episode features Nick Low who serves as Business Development Officer for Commercial Finance Partners. He is on the show today to talk about how CFP can help accelerate your cash flow cycle. 
– Check out Commercial Finance Partners: https://commercialfinancepartners.com/ 
For more segments like these, subscribe to Small Biz Florida and Follow the official Small Biz Florida Instagram! This and the following segments were recorded at this year’s annual Florida Association of Government Guaranteed Lenders Conference hosted at the JW Marriott Orlando, Grande Lakes. 
– To learn more about FLAGGL, visit their website here

Ep. 127 | West Town Bank & Trust is focused on Problem Solving with Dalton Martier Director of Insurance Lending

West Town Bank & Trust is driven to provide the best solutions to your small business problems. They are interested in knowing what’s getting in your way, and what they can help you do to achieve growth. 
Learn how you can get connected with West Town Bank & Trust to solve your Small Businesses problems. Dalton Martier who serves as Director of Insurance Lending for West Town Bank & Trust joins host, Tom Kindred to talk about the solutions available at West Town Bank & Trust. He provides specific information regarding their loan products under 350K. Listen to this episode to hear more details about their process.
– Check out West Town Bank: https://www.westtownbank.com/ 
For more segments like these, subscribe to Small Biz Florida and Follow the official Small Biz Florida Instagram! This and the following segments were recorded at this year’s annual Florida Association of Government Guaranteed Lenders Conference hosted at the JW Marriott Orlando, Grande Lakes. 
– To learn more about FLAGGL, visit their website here

Ep. 126 | The Importance of Having a Good Relationship with Your Bank with Senior Vice President at One Florida Bank Carolyn Skog

As a Florida-based bank, One Florida Bank is firmly rooted in its local communities. They are committed to knowing you personally, understanding your needs and goals, and providing products and services that will support you along the way.
In this special segment, host, Tom Kindred is joined by Carolyn Skog who serves as Senior Vice President for One Florida Bank. Their conversation covers: 
Programs available at One Florida Bank
The Importance of Relationship Building 
Adapting as a small business owner can help you thrive during hard times
– Check out One Florida Bank: https://www.onefloridabank.com/
For more segments like these, subscribe to Small Biz Florida and Follow the official Small Biz Florida Instagram! This and the following segments were recorded at this year’s annual Florida Association of Government Guaranteed Lenders Conference hosted at the JW Marriott Orlando, Grande Lakes. 
– To learn more about FLAGGL, visit their website here

Ep. 125 | Learn How to be a Quick Change Artist with Kit Welchlin Keynote Speaker at FLAGGL

A born public speaker and trainer, Kit Welchlin began public speaking at the age of 9 in 4-H. By 16, he organized and facilitated presentations on leadership, citizenship, community service, and motivation for the 4-H and Future Farmers of America.
Kit Welchlin purchased his first manufacturing company at age 21, and by 26 was CEO and Chairman of the Board of three manufacturing companies in three states. He’s been an instructor with the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities, where he has been repeatedly nominated Outstanding Faculty. He is a Professional Member of the National Speakers Association.
Kit Welchlin joined us on Small Biz Florida after his Keynote Presentation at this year’s FLAGGL Conference. In this segment host, Tom Kindred, and Kit talk about: 
How to personally adjust and contribute to your organization
Kit goes over his 4Ps (Plan, Purpose, Picture, and the Part People will Play) 
They address the workforce gap post-great resignation and what could have contributed to that. 
– Check out Kit Welchlin: https://welchlin.com/  
For more segments like these, subscribe to Small Biz Florida and Follow the official Small Biz Florida Instagram! This and the following segments were recorded at this year’s annual Florida Association of Government Guaranteed Lenders Conference hosted at the JW Marriott Orlando, Grande Lakes. 
– To learn more about FLAGGL, visit their website here

Ep. 124 | Newity is America’s Small Business Marketplace. Here is Why. with Lisa Wozney Senior Vice President of Business Development at Newity

In this segment of Small Biz Florida, host Tom Kindred sat down with Lisa Wozney who serves as Senior Vice President of Business Development at Newity. 
Newity serves small businesses by being America's Small Business Marketplace, they are focused on solving business problems by connecting entrepreneurs with SBA loan solutions and trusted service providers. Learn all the solutions that Newity provides and see how you can connect with this organization to accelerate the growth of your business.
In this episode, we cover topics such as: 
Small Loan Solutions for Entrepreneurs 
Newity’s Streamline Process to get Small Business Loans 
And much more… 
– Check out Newity: https://newitymarket.com/  
For more segments like these, subscribe to Small Biz Florida and Follow the official Small Biz Florida Instagram! This and the following segments were recorded at this year’s annual Florida Association of Government Guaranteed Lenders Conference hosted at the JW Marriott Orlando, Grande Lakes. 
– To learn more about FLAGGL, visit their website here

Ep. 123 | Why You Should Apply for SBA Assistance! | Hurricane Ian Recovery Segment Feat. Courtney Smith SBA Public Affairs Specialist

On this special episode of Small Biz Florida host, Tom Kindred is joined by Public Affairs Specialist for Small Business Administration Courtney Smith, for another special Hurricane Ian Segment. 
(This segment was recorded on October 21st, 2022) 
Courtney Smith is a Public Affairs Specialist with the U.S. Small Business Administration, Office of Disaster Assistance, Field Operations Center East (Atlanta, GA). Her duty is to promote SBA’s Disaster Loan program to the media, community, businesses, civic and community organizations, and elected officials. She responds to disasters that occur within the FOCE territory-the 27 states east of the Mississippi River, plus Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Courtney resides in Atlanta and has served five years in the capacity of Public Affairs Specialist with SBA.
In this recording from October 21st, 2022 Tom and Courtney discuss why small business owners affected by Hurricane Ian should apply for SBA Assistance. Courtney goes into depth on the pros of applying, how easy it is, and tips to consider when applying. This episode is great for those on the fence about applying. Courtney delivers impressive advice that helps you understand the SBA Assistance Programs.