Ken Rosenthal Named Coleman SBA 504 Third Party Lender Professional of the Year

February 3, 2026

Bob Coleman
Founder & Publisher

Ken Rosenthal Named Coleman SBA 504 Third Party Lender Professional of the Year

SBA 504 Third Party Ken Rosenthal, M.B.A., is a highly deserving recipient of the SBA 504 Third Party Lender Professional of the Year award, recognized for his unmatched experience, national leadership, and lasting contributions to the SBA lending industry. With more than 35 years at CDC Small Business Finance and its wholesale division, Momentus Direct Capital, Ken has played a pivotal role in expanding access to SBA 504 financing since 1991. Over the course of his career, he has funded more than 1,000 SBA 504 loans totaling over $2 billion, making him one of the most accomplished and respected professionals in the program’s history. Since 2010, Ken has led the growth of wholesale SBA 504 first mortgage lending on a national scale, representing major institutional partners such as Morgan Stanley, New York Life, and City First Bank while delivering innovative lending solutions beyond traditional banking relationships.

In 2025, Ken’s impact remained exceptional, with Momentus Direct Capital providing more than $200 million in SBA 504 first mortgage financing nationwide, offering borrowers long-term fixed-rate structures and helping lenders remain competitive through unique third-party lending platforms. His expertise in structuring wholesale 504 loans—often with 25-year fixed rates in the 6%–7% range—has helped drive affordability, stability, and sustainable growth for small businesses across the country. Ken is also a former board member of NADCO and has served as its National Sales & Marketing Training Instructor for over 15 years, shaping the development of SBA professionals nationwide.

Beyond his professional achievements, Ken’s commitment to community service and personal development reflects the depth of his leadership. From his extensive nonprofit board involvement on Kauai to his lifelong dedication to health and wellness—including being a six-time U.S. National and World Aerobic Champion—Ken embodies excellence, discipline, and service in every area of his life. His rare combination of SBA expertise, industry influence, and commitment to strengthening communities makes him an outstanding honoree and a true pillar of the SBA 504 lending ecosystem.Lender Professional of the Year