A Coleman Conversation: McCune Construction Funds Management
October 8, 2025
A Coleman Conversation: McCune Construction Funds Management
In this week’s episode of A Coleman Conversation, Bob Coleman sits down with Sabrina Harrison, President, and Stephanie Taylor, Director of Business Development at McCune Construction Funds Management, to discuss their leadership transition, the company’s role in SBA construction lending, and the challenges shaping today’s construction landscape. Stephanie and Sabrina share how they’ve carried McCune’s legacy forward, explain why SBA lenders rely on third-party fund management, and reflect on the growing importance of communication and relationships in a rapidly changing industry.
Topics Covered:
✓ The evolution of McCune Construction as Sabrina Harrison and Stephanie Taylor take the helm from founders Joe Griltz and Steve McCune
✓ How McCune manages funds for SBA, USDA, and conventional construction loans nationwide
✓ Why SBA requires a third-party fund control company to protect lenders and borrowers
✓ SBA’s new 15% contingency requirement for 504 loans announced September 30
✓ “Deals in Heels” — Sabrina and Taylor’s hands-on approach to managing projects and keeping construction on track
✓ The importance of clear communication and collaboration between fund managers, lenders, and contractors
✓ Emerging 2025 challenges, including managing risk when owners and contractors are intertwined on the same project