Announcements
Dedicated Financial GBC Celebrates 10 Years of Significance by raising over $64,000 for Nonprofit Organizations
January 22, 2025
Shoreview MN – On January 10th, 2025, Dedicated Financial GBC proudly hosted its first-ever gala, celebrating 10 years of existence and significance. Held at the JW Marriott in Bloomington, the evening was spectacular. A glamorous red-carpet experience welcomed guests, complete with professional photos and video interviews led by the night’s host, Eric Perkins. Behind them stood a stunning backdrop displaying the logos of the many nonprofit organizations that Dedicated has worked with throughout the past decade.
The evening celebrated the heart of Dedicated’s mission: that businesses have the greatest opportunity to change the world and Dedicated is taking steps to prove that. The night began with a 90-minute cocktail hour to connect directly with the nonprofits at their table. Throughout the night, nonprofits shared from the stage about their mission and inspired guests toward action. Next, a borrower that Dedicated collected from during a truly devastating tragedy in her life shared a touching testimony. Acclaimed musical guest Jason Gray delivered an unforgettable, soul-stirring performance, and Amanda Brinkman took to the stage to inspire guests with her powerful message about pursuing purpose and following one’s unique journey.
The night also honored those who made an enduring impact by working with Dedicated. Awards were presented to outstanding team members, and a lifetime achievement award bestowed upon the CEO’s longtime mentor and the Senior Advisor to Dedicated, Dr. John Reik—a heartfelt tribute to the guidance and wisdom that shaped the company’s journey.
Closing the event, Dedicated’s CEO expressed deep gratitude to everyone who poured love, care, and time into the company over the past 10 years. In a moving moment, guests were invited to donate to the cause that resonated most with them. Representatives from each nonprofit met with guests and told firsthand stories of how their missions change lives.
It is incredibly unique to see a company mark a milestone like this—not by focusing solely on its achievements but by raising funds and awareness for causes that truly matter. In just one night, Dedicated and their guests raised $64,000 to support 14 nonprofit organizations. Over the past decade, Dedicated has contributed to these nonprofits through various drives, campaigns, and volunteer efforts, making a significant difference in many lives.
Looking forward to the next 10 years, Dedicated remains steadfast in their commitment to inspire businesses in becoming purpose-driven and putting people over profits.
Maxim Commercial Capital Reports 25% Growth in 2024
January 21, 2025LOS ANGELES, CALIF. (Jan. 21, 2025) – Maxim Commercial Capital (“Maxim”) announced impressive growth during 2024, continuing a multi-year trend. The hard asset secured lender reported a 25% increase in funded deals during the year as compared to 2023. Maxim is a national provider of loans and leases from $10,000 to $3 million collateralized by class 6 and 8 trucks, trailers, heavy equipment, and real estate.
“Our team stepped up to fill an increasing capital void for small businesses in 2024,” noted Michael Kianmahd, Maxim’s CEO. “Our consistent delivery and flexible terms have earned Maxim a strong reputation over the past 16 years among our customers and referral partners.”
Founded during the 2008 financial crisis, the privately-owned lender supports the needs of small and mid-sized businesses, including startups and those with challenged credit, during all types of economic landscapes. Keys to Maxim’s success include its dedication to customer success, providing value to its referral network of equipment vendors and finance brokers, and providing excellent customer service through all cycles and markets.
Class 8 truck financings during the year comprised loans and leases for experienced and startup owner operators in 41 states across the U.S. New borrowers included: an experienced owner operator with challenged credit who purchased a 2019 Kenworth T680 with 539K miles for $38,135 with 22% down and the help of a co-applicant; a startup owner operator with a limited credit history and 642 FICO who purchased a 2019 Kenworth T680 with 472K miles for $39,248 with 25% down; and, a startup owner operator with bad credit who purchased a 2020 Peterbilt 579 with 424K miles for $55,047 with 27% down.
Notable heavy equipment financings during the year included 100% purchase financing for a small car hauling business to buy a 2020 Freightliner M2 4-Car Carrier for $105,000. Maxim secured a second lien on the borrowers’ home as additional collateral in lieu of a down payment, helping the company preserve cash. A startup entrepreneur purchased a 2015 Freightliner 114SD, his first dump truck, for 36% down on the $109,000 invoice; and a subcontractor with 35 years of experience replaced an older compact track loader by leasing a 2023 New Holland C337 priced at $83,760 from Maxim.
Maxim also provided essential working capital for small businesses through structured real estate-secured, cash-out financings. New borrowers funded in 2024 include the owner of a virtual platform offering on-demand exercise and meditation classes who borrowed $200,000 in growth capital secured by a second lien position on her home; and, experienced restaurateurs in New York City who borrowed $410,000, secured by a 1st lien against a family residence, to pay off MCA debt held by five lenders, make property improvements, and expand the business’s catering services.
Maxim continues to expand and improve its infrastructure to support its growth. The company currently is seeking to hire an accounting manager and senior accountant. Please visit https://www.maximcc.com/our-company/careers/ for job descriptions and to apply.
About Maxim Commercial Capital
Maxim Commercial Capital helps small and mid-sized business owners nationwide by providing loans and leases (“financing”) from $10,000 to $3 million secured by trucks, trailers, heavy equipment, and real estate. It funds equipment purchase financings and leases, working capital, and debt consolidations. Maxim’s more creative financing structures leverage equity in real estate and owned heavy equipment to facilitate growth and preserve customers’ cash. As a leading provider of transportation equipment financing, Maxim supports startup and experienced owner-operators and non-CDL small fleet owners by funding loans and leases for class 8 and class 6 trucks, trailers, and reefers. Learn more at www.maximcc.com or by calling 877-776-2946.
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Cloudsquare Lend 3.12: Enhancing Efficiency and Flexibility for Lenders
January 13, 2025Cloudsquare, the leading end-to-end lending platform powered by Salesforce, is proud to announce the latest upgrades to its innovative loan management software, Cloudsquare Lend. The 3.12 release introduces a suite of new features and refinements designed to address lenders’ growing needs while reinforcing the platform’s reputation as a reliable, scalable, and customizable solution.
Key Highlights of Cloudsquare Lend 3.12
- Sole Proprietor Support: Expanded Federal Tax ID capabilities now include Social Security Numbers (SSNs), allowing lenders to accommodate sole proprietors and small businesses better.
- Holiday Reserve for MCA Agreements: Streamline daily payment management around banking holidays with features that allow adjustments tailored to lender practices.
- Approval Gross Margin Calculation: Automatically calculate lender profitability, factoring in referral source commissions for actionable insights.
- Field History Tracking: Improve compliance and transparency with automatic tracking of financial data changes, such as ACH updates and bank account modifications.
Servicing Enhancements
The update also includes improvements to servicing operations:
- Addressed bugs affecting post-holiday payments for weekly and monthly deals, ACH item updates, and balance calculations.
- Ensured smoother processing and more accurate financial data management.
Bug Fixes for Improved Reliability
This release resolves system bugs across origination, servicing, and syndication, ensuring greater operational reliability. Key fixes include:
- Calculation issues
- ACH item handling
- Repayment balance accuracy
“Our goal with every update is to listen to our customers and deliver practical solutions that make their operations more efficient,” said Jeffrey Morgenstein, CEO of Cloudsquare.
For more information about the Lend 3.12 Release or to schedule a demo, please visit Cloudsquare
Cloudsquare is the leading end-to-end lending platform, uniquely powered by Salesforce to deliver unparalleled flexibility and innovation for lenders and brokers. With a commitment to optimizing lending processes through cutting-edge technology, Cloudsquare provides robust, scalable solutions that empower clients to achieve greater efficiency and growth. Celebrated by industry leaders, Cloudsquare has earned a place on the Inc. 5000 list as one of America’s fastest-growing companies and is consistently rated a top service provider on platforms like Salesforce AppExchange, G2, Clutch, and Manifest.
For media inquiries, please contact:
Cloudsquare Marketing
Email: marketing@cloudsquare.io
NMEF Sets Unprecedented Milestones, Breaking All-Time Monthly, Quarterly, and Annual Origination Records
January 6, 2025JANUARY 6, 2025, NORWALK, CT – North Mill Equipment Finance LLC (“NMEF”), a leading independent commercial equipment lender and lessor headquartered in Norwalk, Connecticut, announced unprecedented performance milestones in originations for December, the fourth quarter, and the full year. Originations soared to an all-time high of $105.9 MM in the month of December, reflecting a remarkable 132% increase over December of last year. The fourth quarter closed with an extraordinary $252 MM in originations, while the full year reached a record-setting $654 MM, representing 21% growth compared to prior benchmarks.
David Lee, Chairman and CEO of NMEF, commented on the company’s historic success: “The fourth quarter was transformational for NMEF, with originations surpassing our previous quarterly record by an impressive 68%. This growth was driven in large part by the rapid expansion of our mid-ticket business, showing 178% growth year over year. Our evolution from a small-ticket subprime lender to a small and mid-ticket lender focused on near-prime opportunities reflects the success of our strategy and commitment to meeting the diverse needs of our partners. Furthermore, NMEF’s corporate-only product increased 11 points as a percentage of originations, underscoring our focus on mid-ticket portfolio enhancement.”
Mark Bonanno, President and Chief Revenue Officer of NMEF, attributed this exceptional performance to the company’s innovative culture and its robust network of partnerships. “This milestone is a testament to the incredible relationships we’ve built and nurtured over the years. Our ability to think creatively and work collaboratively with both new and long-standing partners has been instrumental in driving these results. We’re deeply grateful to our partner and referral network for their trust and collaboration, which enables us to continually push the boundaries of what’s possible in equipment finance.”
“We’re excited by the progress we’ve made this year. Through initiatives like integrating Taycor, expanding our credit appetite to include larger ticket sizes, and developing a true FMV program, our efforts to develop North Mill into a scalable platform for growth are beginning to show results. These advancements position us to support larger, more sophisticated transactions and deliver sustained growth in 2025 and beyond.” said Tom Lyle, COO of NMEF.
About North Mill Equipment Finance
NMEF originates and services small to mid-ticket equipment leases and loans, ranging from $15,000 and up to $5,000,000 for investment grade opportunities, and accepts A – C credit qualities and finances transactions for many asset categories including construction, transportation, vocational, medical, manufacturing, technology, franchise, renovation, janitorial and material handling equipment. NMEF is majority owned by an affiliate of InterVest Capital Partners. The company’s headquarters are in Norwalk, CT, with regional offices in Irvine, CA, Murray, UT and Voorhees NJ. For more information, visit www.nmef.com. Taycor Financial operates as an independent division of NMEF, with a focus on developing direct and vendor origination programs. For more information, visit www.taycor.com. One of NMEF’s controlled affiliates, BriteCap Financial LLC, is a leading non-bank lender providing small businesses with fast, convenient financing alternatives such as working capital loans from its main office in Las Vegas, NV. For more information, visit www.britecap.com.
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Taycor Financial to Become the Vendor Division of North Mill Equipment Finance
November 14, 2024NOVEMBER 8, 2024, NORWALK, CT – North Mill Equipment Finance, LLC (“NMEF”), a leading commercial equipment lessor located in Norwalk, Connecticut, announced today the acquisition of 100% of the stock of TF Group, Inc., (“Taycor Financial”), a preeminent, technology-driven finance provider in El Segundo, California. Taycor Financial will continue to operate as an independent division of NMEF, with a focus on developing direct and vendor origination programs.
NMEF’s partnership with, and substantial capital investment in, Taycor Financial over the past four years has been instrumental in expanding our commercial footprint,” said David C. Lee, Chairman and CEO of North Mill. “As we take this next step to bring our companies even closer, we want to underscore that our dedication to our existing partners remains unwavering. This integration will further empower each division to build on its core strengths – with NMEF committed to nurturing and expanding our referral partner relationships, while Taycor focuses on developing vendor and direct programs.”
Michael Hong, President of Taycor Financial, stated, “This partnership with NMEF represents an exciting opportunity to expand our capabilities and enhance our service speed across underwriting, documentation, and funding. While we look forward to leveraging our combined technology and resources, our dedication to exceptional customer care remains at the heart of everything we do. We will continue to operate under the Taycor Financial name with the same steadfast commitment to our clients and partners, fostering strong relationships, and delivering personalized, responsive support.”
About North Mill Equipment Finance (NMEF)
NMEF is a national, premier lender who works with third-party referral (TPR) sources to finance small to mid-ticket equipment commercial leases and loans ranging from $15,000 to $3,000,000 and up to $5,000,000 for investment grade opportunities. NMEF accepts A – C credit qualities and finances transactions for many asset categories including but not limited to medical, construction, franchise, technology, vocational, manufacturing, renovation, janitorial and material handling equipment. NMEF is majority owned by an affiliate of InterVest Capital Partners. The company’s headquarters are in Norwalk, CT, with regional offices in Irvine, CA, Voorhees NJ, and Murray, UT. For more information, visit www.nmef.com. One of NMEF’s controlled affiliates, BriteCap Financial LLC, is a leading non-bank lender providing small businesses with fast, convenient financing alternatives such as working capital loans since 2003 from its main office in Las Vegas, NV. For more information, visit www.britecap.com.
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Cloudsquare Broker Announces Fall ’24 Release: New Automation and Efficiency for Small Business Lending Brokers
November 12, 2024
Los Angeles, CA – November 12, 2024 – Cloudsquare, a leading innovator in lending technology, is proud to announce the Fall ’24 release of Cloudsquare Broker, its powerful CRM solution for small business lending brokers. This latest update introduces groundbreaking features designed to streamline deal management, boost productivity, and provide greater visibility and control over lending operations.
A Game-Changer for Small Business Lending Brokers
Cloudsquare Broker’s Fall ’24 release focuses on solving key pain points for brokers by providing tools that enhance process automation, increase transparency, and optimize workflow efficiency. These updates come in response to the growing need for comprehensive, adaptable solutions that can scale with a company’s growth.
New Features in the Fall ’24 Release Include:
- Notification Management: Users can now stay up-to-date on deal milestones with customizable, no-code triggers and real-time alerts, ensuring no crucial updates are missed.
- Enhanced Lender API File Submissions: Full transparency is achieved with individual status tracking, allowing brokers to monitor each file’s journey and resubmit swiftly as needed.
- Advanced Workflow Enhancements: Designed to optimize the submission user experience, these targeted improvements empower teams to manage submissions with greater precision, control, and speed, enhancing overall operational efficiency.
“Our team has worked tirelessly to deliver features that align with our customers’ needs for automation, efficiency, and adaptability,” said Jeffrey Morgenstein, CEO of Cloudsquare. “The Fall ’24 release of Cloudsquare Broker exemplifies our commitment to empowering small business lending brokers to maximize their potential with tailored solutions built on Salesforce.”
Availability
The Fall ’24 update is now available to all existing Cloudsquare Broker users. New customers can explore the full potential of this update through tailored demos and consultations.
For more information about the Cloudsquare Broker Fall ’24 release or to schedule a demo, please visit Cloudsquare.
About Cloudsquare
Cloudsquare is the leading end-to-end lending platform, uniquely powered by Salesforce to deliver unparalleled flexibility and innovation for lenders and brokers. With a commitment to optimizing lending processes through cutting-edge technology, Cloudsquare provides robust, scalable solutions that empower clients to achieve greater efficiency and growth. Celebrated by industry leaders, Cloudsquare has earned a place on the Inc. 5000 list as one of America’s fastest-growing companies and is consistently rated a top service provider on platforms like Salesforce AppExchange, G2, Clutch, and Manifest.
For media inquiries, please contact:
Cloudsquare Marketing
Email: marketing@cloudsquare.io
Rapital Launched to Support SMEs With Challenging Credit Situations
October 14, 2024A new Australia online lender has today been launched in response to evolving SME funding needs.
Rapital is set to transform the financial landscape to support both brokers and SME businesses facing difficulty in securing funding from existing lenders and banks.
Rapital will focus on offering a direct route for clients with challenging credit situations, such as low credit scores, with loans ranging between $5,000 and $250,000. With a focus on offering fast funding, Rapital aims to make decisions in as little as three hours so SMEs can access the cash boost they need quickly.
Access to funding remains an evergreen challenge for Australia’s SME community. According to a survey by Small Business Loans Australia, 90% of businesses indicated they would exercise caution in borrowing more money in 2024. Despite this caution, business loan demand has spiked, as reported by the Australian Financial Review. Rapital has been launched to help bridge the financing gap, providing SMEs that have been denied funding from traditional lenders with the essential cash boost they need to thrive.
Rapital’s ambition is to help turn a “no” into a “yes” for SMEs needing rapid and flexible financing solutions. The service promises an easy, transparent process with quick funding, empowering businesses to thrive and grow. In these challenging operating conditions, it is vital that smaller businesses have access to rapid and flexible capital. Rapital will offer a much-needed financial lifeline to the business profiles and industries that are often rejected by banks and other SME lenders.
About Rapital
Rapital’s mission is to empower businesses of all sizes, credit backgrounds and industries by providing brokers and SMEs with funding solutions tailored to meet the real-world challenges they encounter.
For media inquiries, please contact:
Rapital Media Team
Email: info@rapital.com.au
Website: http://www.rapital.com.au
Idea Financial Secures $50 Million Warehouse Facility to Expand Small Business Lending
October 1, 2024Miami, FL – Idea Financial, the leading provider of small business lines of credit, today announced the successful closing of a new $50 million warehouse facility led by Performance Trust Capital Partners. This strategic move significantly enhances Idea Financials’ lending capacity and allows the company to increase its maximum loan limit to $350,000 for well-established small businesses.
The new facility was made possible due to Performance Trust’s relationships with community banks and strengthens Idea Financial’s position in offering competitive and flexible financial products to Main Street businesses across the United States.
“Performance Trust has opened up an entirely new market for Idea Financial through their deep relationships with smaller community banks,” said Larry Bassuk, Idea Financial’s President and co-founder. “With this additional capital, we will continue our mission to be a premier provider of lines of credit for small businesses.”
Justin Leto, Idea Financial’s CEO and co-founder, added, “As the economy shows tremendous resilience and continues to grow, Idea Financial, along with Performance Trust, will be well-positioned to fuel that growth.”
Prior to this partnership, Idea Financial provided lines of credit up to $250,000. The increase to $350,000 allows the company to better serve the needs of growing small businesses requiring larger capital infusions.
Performance Trust Capital Partners, a full-service investment bank focused on community depository institutions, facilitated this deal by leveraging its relationships with community banks and aggregating the capital necessary to provide this substantial warehouse facility – a task typically requiring significant capital from super-regional or national banks.
This partnership marks a significant milestone in Idea Financial’s growth trajectory and reinforces its commitment to supporting small businesses across the nation.
About Idea Financial
Idea Financial is the leading non-bank provider of small business lines of credit in the United States. The company offers financial solutions to high-quality, established businesses needing funds to drive growth. To date, Idea Financial has funded thousands of American small businesses with hundreds of millions of dollars in loans, helping businesses #ChargeForward. For more information, visit ideafinancial.com.
About Performance Trust Capital Partners
Performance Trust Capital Partners is a full-service investment bank focused on community depository institutions. Their innovative approach enables syndication opportunities among community bank partners, allowing for the creation of significant facilities to support small business lenders. For more information, visit performancetrust.com.
For more information, please visit www.ideafinancial.com or contact Idea Financial at marketing@ideafinancial.com
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