In this episode of The Art of SBA Lending, we dive into another crucial conversation: how do we not only attract, but also train and retain the next generation of SBA professionals?

From the great financial collapse to a $37 billion year in 2021, the landscape has drastically changed. Yet, the challenge remains: cultivating a workforce that is not only skilled, but is also loyal.

Welcome our Art of SBA Contributors for this week:

• Dustin Baker, CEO & Cofounder of Shatterbox
• Chris Kwiatkowski, President of Government Guaranteed Lending at Dogwood State Bank
• Javier Jorge, SBA Director at Lake Michigan Credit Union and Founder of ChatBiz

Key Topics:

• Evolution of SBA hiring from post-recession recovery to today's in-demand market.
• Strategies to attract, train, and retain talented professionals in a competitive landscape.
• Creating a culture that aligns with modern workforce expectations.
• Balancing the investment in new employees with the risk of them being poached.

Join us as our expert panel explores how successful SBA lenders are addressing these challenges. Our contributors are leaving us with actionable insights and advice, tailored for anyone aiming to enhance their team dynamics and operational success in today's SBA lending environment.

This episode is sponsored by:

Baker Lewis

Baker Lewis is the SBA lending industry’s premier executive search and personnel consulting firm.

Rapid Business Plans

Rapid Business Plans is the go-to provider of business plans and feasibility studies for government guaranteed small business lenders.

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