A Coleman Conversation: George Taylor
June 10, 2026
Bob Coleman
Founder & Publisher
A Coleman Conversation: George Taylor
In this week’s episode of A Coleman Conversation, Bob Coleman sits down with George Taylor, Vice President and Loan Officer at Midwest Regional Bank, to discuss his remarkable career in banking and SBA lending. As the inaugural recipient of the Coleman SBA Legacy Award, George reflects on decades of helping small business owners access capital, mentoring the next generation of lenders, and building a career centered on empathy, creativity, and service. He shares how SBA lending helped turn around a struggling community bank, why he remains passionate about the industry after more than 50 years, and his optimistic outlook for the future of small business financing.
Topics Covered:
✓ George’s journey from community bank president to SBA lending specialist
✓ Lessons learned from decades in banking, including the importance of empathy and collaboration
✓ Why mentoring young bankers and sharing industry knowledge remains a personal passion of George’s
✓ The creative and consultative nature of SBA lending compared to traditional corporate banking
✓ How entrepreneurship and access to financing have evolved over the years
✓ Insights into Colorado’s economy, commercial real estate challenges, and rural lending opportunities
✓ Why George continues lending into his 70s and remains committed to helping small business owners achieve their goals