Financing the Businesses That Drive America Forward
Lendesca was built to help entrepreneurs access the capital they need to grow, expand, and succeed — powered by deep SBA & USDA lending expertise and modern financial technology.
Small businesses are the heart and soul of the American economy. At Lendesca, our mission is to make it easier for entrepreneurs to access the capital they need to build, grow, and invest in their businesses. By combining decades of SBA lending experience with modern technology, we're creating a better way for business owners to access financing.
Decades of SBA & USDA Lending Experience
in SBA loans originated by our leadership team
businesses financed through SBA programs (including PPP)
years of SBA experience on average for each of our leadership team members
States served, nationwide reach
Built for Entrepreneurs
Lendesca exists to simplify business financing and give entrepreneurs faster, clearer access to capital through SBA, USDA, and small business lending programs.
Rebuilding the Government-Guaranteed Lending Experience
Traditional SBA and USDA lending processes were built decades ago. While SBA and USDA loans remain some of the best financing tools available to small businesses, the application and underwriting process has historically been slow and manual. Lendesca was created to modernize that experience.
Where Technology Meets Experience
Our platform uses modern tools like AI-powered document analysis and automated loan preparation to streamline SBA and USDA lending — getting borrowers to closing in hours and days, not weeks and months. Behind the platform is a team with decades of experience building and scaling government-guaranteed lending programs.
Leadership Team
Lendesca is led by a core team with deep experience and expertise in government-guaranteed lending, technology, and scaling financial platforms. Our leadership team has helped build some of the most successful SBA lending programs in the country.
Chris Hurn
Founder | Chief Executive Officer
Ryan Haider
Founder | Chief Operating Officer
Nick Payne
Chief Technology Officer
Chris Hackney
Chief Lending Officer
Stephanie Thomas
EVP of Operations
Entrepreneurs of Every Kind
From startups to established businesses, we help owners of all stripes access the financing they need to grow.
Business Acquisitions
Partner Buyouts
Commercial Real Estate
Working Capital
Business Expansion
Built Around the Needs of Entrepreneurs
Speed
Moving quickly to fund your business without sacrificing diligence.
Transparency
Clear communication and visibility throughout the entire financing process.
Partnership
Forging long-term relationships with the businesses and entrepreneurs we serve.
Help Us Build the Future of Small Business Financing
Lendesca is always looking for talented people who are passionate about entrepreneurship, financial innovation, and supporting small business growth.
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