Lords of Lending
Journey through the labyrinth of lending with the dual expertise of Shane, the master of loan architecture, and Stephanie, the vanguard of banking innovation. Together, they demystify the art of business loans, from traditional SBA offerings to avant-garde financial instruments, in episodes rich with actionable intelligence.
Episodes
10 episodes
Ennobled by Fire | LoL #10
In this raw, unfiltered episode, the Lords of Lending pull back the curtain on the personal experiences that shaped them into the SBA lending experts they are today. From childhood poverty and career failures to finding purpose thr...
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Episode 10
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59:39
Acquisition War Room | LoL #9
In this tactical deep dive, Shane, Stephanie, and Brian sit down with serial acquirer Collin Trimble to dissect what really happens when you scale through acquisition. From chaotic day-one takeovers to post-close surprises, this episode is all ...
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Episode 9
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1:15:37
Insights from the Road | LoL #8
On the road, the Lords break down key takeaways from a week of business broker conferences. From AI innovations to personal follow-up strategies, Shane, Stephanie, and Brian explore how lenders can stand out, deepen relationships, and add long-...
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Episode 8
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27:11
Meet Your Lords | LoL #7
In this episode, Shane Pierson, Stephanie Dunn, and Brian Congelliere share their backstories, career pivots, and what drives them. From courtroom exits to cold calls and The Apprentice, get to know the Lords of Lending on a personal level....
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Episode 7
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1:03:12
Bomb Goes Off on SBA | LoL #6
The SBA just dropped a new SOP—and it’s shaking up how small business loans work. Shane, Stephanie, and Brian break down what’s changing, what’s broken, and how buyers and lenders can adapt. From seller carries to guarantee requirements, this e...
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Episode 6
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49:49
Broke or Billionaire by 2030 | LoL #5
In this episode of Broke or Billionaire by 2030, hosts Shane Pierson, Stephanie Dunn, and Brian Congelliere dive into the mindset, strategies, and financial habits that separate those who struggle from those who thrive. Whether you're ...
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Episode 5
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35:32
Buying and Scaling a Business | LoL #4
In this episode of Lords of Lending, hosts Shane Pierson, Stephanie Dunn, and Brian Congelliere dive into the realities of buying and scaling a business. They discuss how to assess inherited employees, identify underperformers, and max...
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Episode 4
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45:59
You Are Not Urgent Enough | LoL #3
Are you truly urgent about success, or are you just busy? In this episode of Lords of Lending, hosts Shane Pierson, Stephanie Dunn, and Brian Congelliere take a hard look at why urgency—not just activity—is the key to winning in ...
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Episode 3
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47:16