Banesco Named Coleman Emerging SBA Lender of the Year

February 3, 2026

Bob Coleman
Founder & Publisher

Banesco Named Coleman Emerging SBA Lender of the Year

Banesco is recognized for its rapid and credible entry into national SBA lending through the acquisition of BayFirst Financial’s SBA lending platform—adding roughly $100MM in SBA loan balances and servicing rights, along with an experienced 50+ person SBA team. This strategic move accelerates Banesco’s ability to serve small businesses across the continental U.S., Puerto Rico, and Florida, while providing continuity for existing borrowers through an expanded servicing operation. With new leadership in place to integrate and scale the platform, Banesco has quickly positioned itself as a rising force in SBA 7(a) lending—bringing fresh capacity, infrastructure, and momentum to the small business finance market.