This week on The Art of SBA Lending, we're sitting down with a true SBA powerhouse: Kirk Beeson, SBA Managing Director at Veritex Community Bank, and former Chief Credit Officer (and so much more!) at Fund-Ex Solutions Group.

Ray Drew and Kirk take a deep dive into the inside story of Fund-Ex: from its promising start-up days to navigating the chaos of PPP and the eventual sale.

What does it really take to build an SBA shop from the ground up? How do you maintain culture while scaling at lightning speed? And when do you know it's time to step away?

🎯 In this episode:

➡️The secrets to building a winning SBA culture (and why it matters)

➡️Navigating the PPP whirlwind: Lessons learned from the front lines

➡️The dangers of burnout and how to avoid them

➡️Why interviewing your credit officer is non-negotiable for BDOs considering making a move

➡️Kirk's insights on leadership, strategy, and the future of SBA lending

💬 What are your biggest takeaways from Kirk's journey? Join the conversation in the comments!

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