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Topic: Bridging Gaps in Capital: SBA 7(a) as a Strategic Tool for Your Clients


Speaker:  Gabriel Gasca, SBA Commercial Loan Officer, Midwest Regional Bank
 

Presentation

1. About Gabe Gasca / MidWest Regional Bank

2. Help Clients Access Capital - Sources of Capital

3. SBA Loan 7(a) Loan

a. History

b. SBA Customer Examples

c. Uses

d. Requirements

4. Loan Readiness - 5 C’s of Credit

a. Cash Flow

b. Collateral

d. Credit/Character

e. Conditions

f. Capital Injections

5. 3 Examples

a. Advanced MFC Company

b. Dentist

c. Gym Franchise

6. How the SBA 7 (a) Loan Can Help Your Business

a. Accountant Example

7. National Resources

 

Speaker's Bio:

Gabriel Gasca is an SBA Commercial Loan Officer with Midwest Regional Bank, where he specializes in helping start-ups and established businesses access growth capital through the SBA 7(a) loan program. His expertise includes financing for commercial real estate acquisitions, business expansion, equipment, inventory, franchises, and working capital.

With more than 25 years of entrepreneurial experience and 5+ years in SBA and commercial lending, Gabriel brings a practical, real-world perspective to business financing. Having built and operated businesses himself, he understands the challenges business owners face and is known for his relationship-first approach and disciplined credit mindset that has helped numerous small and medium-sized businesses secure the capital needed to grow, scale, and succeed.

Gabriel holds a Bachelor’s degree in Communication from the University of California, Santa Barbara, and is recognized for his personalized approach, integrity, and commitment to long-term client success. He is passionate about financial education and regularly teaches the 5 C’s of Credit to help business owners become more bankable and better prepared for sustainable growth.

Outside of work, Gabriel enjoys baseball, wine and BBQing for family and friends.

 

 

 

 

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Chapter Description

With 389 members, the FENG Phoenix chapter is continuing to provide support, mentorship, and networking opportunities in the metropolitan Phoenix area. The active membership is comprised primarily of former CFOs among a broad base of industries.

We continue to meet via Zoom. We generally meet the 1st Tuesday afternoon of each month. Exceptions: January will be on the 2nd Tuesday, and we take a summer hiatus in July and August.

Contact Chair for more information:
Mark Johnson
(602) 882-3086
[email protected]

Thank you for your interest in the Phoenix chapter.

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Member Stats

Total Members 301
Alumni (58%) 175
Active (36%) 107
Associate (1%) 3
Retired (5%) 16