William “Bill” Kirk Sworn in as Inspector General of the U.S. Small Business Administration
January 8, 2025 by Bob ColemanFounder & Publisher Movers & Shakers: William “Bill” Kirk Sworn in as Inspector General of the U.S. Small Business Administration “It is a privilege to be nominated by the President and confirmed by the Senate to serve in this vital position,” says Inspector General William “Bill” Kirk. “I look forward…
Read MoreThe NASLB SBA Loan Broker/SBA Lender Summit; Las Vegas, NV — 4/21
A Coleman Event, April 21, 2026 — Las Vegas, NV The first national event built exclusively for SBA loan brokers and the lenders who rely on them for deal flow. The National Association of SBA Loan Brokers invites SBA lenders and brokers to the first-ever, one-day industry summit dedicated exclusively to the SBA loan brokerage…
Read MoreA Coleman Conversation: Bill Briggs
January 7, 2025 by Bob ColemanFounder & Publisher A Coleman Conversation: Bill Briggs In the first 2026 episode of A Coleman Conversation, Bob Coleman speaks with Bill Briggs, Deputy Administrator of the U.S. Small Business Administration, about the SBA’s priorities for supporting small businesses, expanding manufacturing finance, and strengthening partnerships with lenders. Bill discusses the new…
Read MoreColeman’s SBA Lender Compensation Survey Portal Open Until 2/10/26
Your SBA lending team is invited to participate in Coleman’s 33rd annual SBA department compensation survey. Read about the report here Survey results will be bundled and sold along with other essential data needed to support your compensation plan to all stakeholders. Although survey participants will remain anonymous, they may submit an email address to…
Read MoreSBA Halts Minnesota SBDC Funding in Response to Somali PPP and EIDL Loan Fraud
January 6, 2025 by Bob ColemanFounder & Publisher SBA Hot Topic Tuesday: SBA Halts Minnesota SBDC Funding in Response to Somali PPP and EIDL Loan Fraud SBA has responded to the evolving Somali loan fraud scandal by immediately halting funding for the following Minnesota state programs: In a letter to Governor Tim Walz, SBA Administrator…
Read MoreTop 10 SBA 7(a) Loan Closing Mistakes Closers Make, And How to Avoid Them — 1/15
.. A Coleman Training Webinar Date: Thursday, January 15, 2026Time: 2:00 p.m. EasternIncludes e-certification & recording Are your SBA 7(a) closings getting delayed, repaired, or worse, stripped of the guaranty after funding? Every year lenders lose real money and credibility because basic closing errors are discovered too late, often during SBA review or liquidation. These…
Read MoreMain Street Monday: Comerica Small Biz Outlook for 2026, 79% Project Sales Increase, 57% Need Financing
January 5, 2026 by Bob Coleman Founder & Publisher Main Street Monday: Comerica Small Biz Outlook for 2026, 79% Project Sales Increase, 57% Need Financing “Small businesses have navigated a year filled with challenges—from tariffs and inflation to a prolonged government shutdown—yet their optimism remains unwavering,” says Larry Franco, Comerica Bank Executive Vice President and…
Read MoreFraud Friday: 2025’s Biggest Fraudsters — Where Are They Now?
January 2, 2025 by Bob ColemanFounder & Publisher Fraud Friday: 2025’s Biggest Fraudsters — Where Are They Now? 1. Stephanie Hockridge (Blueacorn) 2. Nathan Reis (Blueacorn) 3. Kerri Agee (Banc-serv) 4. Hector Barreto (former SBA Administrator) 5. Kris Roglieri Watch Fraud Friday on YouTube here
Read More2026 Annual SBA Loan Portfolio Servicing Actions: SBA 7(a), 504 and PPP Loans — Webinar 1/22
.. A Coleman Training Webinar Date: Thursday, January 22, 2026Time: 2:00 p.m. EasternIncludes e-certification & recording Protect Your SBA Guaranties and Strengthen Your Portfolio in 2026 Now is the time for your annual assessment of your SBA loan portfolio to protect your institution’s loan guarantees while providing thoughtful, compliant solutions that help your borrowers manage…
Read MoreUsing Microsoft Copilot for SBA 7(a) Credit Memos: How to Turn Numbers into Narrative — 1/29
A Coleman Training Webinar Date: Thursday, January 29, 2026Time: 2:00 p.m. EasternIncludes e-certification & recording Both live Webinar sessions will contain the same content. You may use one unlimited site license registration fee for underwriters to attend either, or both sessions. Overview Microsoft Copilot and AI tools are transforming how SBA lenders analyze and present…
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