Coleman Movers & Shakers – Mike Sarthou, Merri Adams, and Guy Wenzel

May 18, 2023

Delaney Sexton
Contributing Editor

Coleman Movers & Shakers – Mike Sarthou, Merri Adams, and Guy Wenzel

Mike Sarthou & Merri Adams Join TMC Financing to Amplify SBA 504 Lending in Southern California 

“We are thrilled to welcome Merri and Mike to our Southern California team,” says Barbara Morrison, Founder and President of TMC Financing. “They will undoubtedly amplify our presence in the San Diego market and their in-depth understanding of the SBA 504 Program will enhance our ability to help our small business clients succeed.”

Mike Sarthou and Merri Adams, two veterans of commercial real estate lending, have joined TMC Financing the No. 1 SBA 504 lender in the nation. Sarthou and Adams will spearhead TMC’s efforts of providing SBA 504 financing to small businesses in the San Diego market. 

They will both be joining TMC Financing as senior vice presidents of business development, focusing on helping small business owners secure affordable financing to purchase, construct, or refinance commercial real estate.

Sarthou and Adams bring a combined 58 years of SBA lending experience. Their commitment to providing exceptional service to their lending partners and clients has earned them a strong reputation in the industry. Combined, they have secured over $2.4 billion for approximately 2,500 small businesses, resulting in the creation or retention of nearly 21,000 jobs. 

KANZA Bank Announces Guy Wenzel as New SVP, Commercial Banker

KANZA Bank’s Chief Credit Officer, Brent Groves, describes Wenzel as, “a Wichita native [who] truly knows this community and loves to help business owners achieve their goals.” Groves is confident that KANZA Bank’s customers will appreciate Wenzel’s genuine level of personal attention and professionalism.

Guy Wenzel comes to KANZA Bank with over 20 years of experience. Wenzel is well-rounded in banking, having worked in various customer-facing areas, beginning while a student at Wichita State University. He most recently served as Vice President of Commercial Banking for Simmons Bank for over 10 years. Wenzel will serve customers in the Greater Wichita area.