Coleman Movers & Shakers – Brent Ciurlino, Tracey Tucker, Paul DePasquale, SBA Lending Conferences, and BDO Nominations
July 28, 2022
Delaney Sexton
Contributing Editor
Coleman Movers & Shakers – Brent Ciurlino, Tracey Tucker, Paul DePasquale, SBA Lending Conferences, and BDO Nominations
VelocitySBA Welcomes Brent Ciurlino as Chief Operation and Risk Officer
“VelocitySBA is one of the fastest growing SBA lenders in the country,” says Charles Rho, President. “As we continue to grow, and provide fast and efficient financing solutions, we have made a concentrated effort to attract and retain the best SBA professionals in the industry. Brent Ciurlino brings a wealth of experience to our senior leadership team. He will be an integral part of our next phase of growth.”
With over 30 years’ experience in the financial industry, Brent Ciurlino is no stranger to SBA lending. Brent has served as both a Deputy Director and Corporate Manager at FDIC, ultimately supervising 165 distressed institutions with an asset portfolio of $150 Billion, as well as Director at the Office of Credit Risk Management at the US Small Business Administration.
Brent has held numerous executive roles at financial institutions across the Eastern seaboard, focusing primarily on Risk and Operations. Most recently, he served as EVP/CRO at Blue Foundry Bank in the New York City metropolitan area.
Tracey Tucker joins 44 Business Capital’s Denver Area Office as First Vice President, SBA Lending
Tracey has over 25 years of SBA 7a and 504 lending experience and is well recognized in the Colorado market for being a top lender for small businesses. A graduate of Creighton University, Tracey works passionately with entrepreneurs with a consultative approach by closely listening to borrowers to meet their financial goals whether simple or complex.
Tracey started her SBA career as an underwriter for Norwest Bank. Prior to 44 Business Capital, she was a Senior SBA Lender for Continental Bank and has served as Vice President of SBA Lending at Wells Fargo, Bank of the West, Wachovia and Heller Financial. Her emphasis has been on commercial real estate, business acquisition and franchises.
Paul DePasquale Joins First Internet Bank’s SBA Lending Team as Senior Business Development Officer
“We are pleased to welcome Paul to our expanding SBA lending team,” says Mark Gibson, Vice President, National SBA Sales Manager. “He has a proven track record collaborating with clients to create customized financial solutions that meet their specific business needs while also ensuring the delivery of a positive SBA loan experience.”
Mr. DePasquale brings extensive knowledge of restaurant and franchise acquisition loans. His background with business and real estate brokers, coupled with his ability to oversee the loan process from start to finish will benefit a wide range of clients. He most recently served as Vice President, SBA Specialist for Gulf Coast Small Business Lending. Previous employers include Florida First Capital Finance Corporation and Wells Fargo Bank. Paul is an alumnus of Rochester Institute of Technology.
Paul notes, “Small business owners often face challenges securing the financing they need to succeed. First Internet Bank has assembled a highly experienced and talented team. I am excited to be part of the effort to help grow our local economies.”
2022 SBA Lender Conferences Schedule
America East Small Business Lenders Conference – August 3-5, 2022 – National Harbor, Maryland
Music City SBA Lenders Conference – August 10-12, 2022 – Nashville, Tennessee
FLAGGL SBA Lenders Conference – September 21-23, 2022 – Orlando, Florida
The Coleman Report is accepting nominations for the 2022 SBA “BDO of the Year” award.
Nomination Details:
• Any SBA 7a and 504 lender is eligible to apply
• Self-nominate or nominate someone you know who is deserving
• No cost to enter; simply complete the survey
• Nomination submission deadline is July 30, 2022
Award:
Winners and a guest will be treated to and recognized at the 2022 Coleman SBA BDO Summit to be held at the Arizona Biltmore in Phoenix. Over the years, attendees gain the value of coming together as a group with their peers.
The Platinum Sponsor, Government Loan Solutions, will cover registration, meal, and hotel for the 2022 winners.