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Episode 17 – Empowering Entrepreneurs: The Benetrends and IFPG Partnership
Join Ali Kraus as she discusses with Red Boswell how the strategic alliance between Benetrends and IFPG is fueling franchise success by providing innovative funding solutions to entrepreneurs.
Episode 16 – Identifying the Ideal RAP Candidate
What is the RAP program and how is it used to fund a business? On this edition of Bellinis with Benetrends, Ali Kraus is joined by Jen Wherrell, Senior Funding Consultant, to explore the RAP program and find out who is the best candidate!
Episode 15 – Elevating Emerging Brands with The Power of SBA Financing
Benetrends' Ali Kraus and Anthony Byrd discuss their unique working relationship with Emerging Brands and the support needed by these brands when it comes to funding their early franchisees.
Episode 14 – Opportunities at Franchise Expos
Benetrends' VP of Marketing, Ali Kraus, discusses upcoming Franchise Expos with Martin Joksimovic, President of MFV Expositions. First up, it's Franchise Expo West in Los Angeles April 12-13. Ali and Martin share insights on the seminars and panels, networking events,...
Episode 13 – Navigating SBA Loans in 2024
Ali Kraus, VP of Marketing at Benetends, speaks with SBA lending expert Reg Byrd about the state of SBA Loans and where he sees interest rates moving in 2024.
Episode 12 – Franchise Growth and Funding Success in 2024: A Jania Baliey Exclusive
Join Ali Kraus and Rocco Fiorentino on "Bellinis with Benetrends" as they explore 2024's franchise landscape with Jania Bailey from FranNet, discussing FranNet's growth, funding challenges, and the future of franchising. Gain valuable insights into effective franchise...
Episode 11 – The Fluid Facts: A Dive into Business Liquidity
Dive deep into the significance of liquidity when securing business funding, learn about the benchmarks lenders use, and unravel the distinctions between personal and business liquidity. Plus, Tiffany will shed light on the common pitfalls many prospective business...
Episode 10 – Funding the Flavor: Teriyaki Madness & Benetrends Stir Up a $30M Deal!
Dive into this exciting episode where we chat with Anthony Byrd from Benetrends and Patrick Pounders, the Executive Director of Franchise Development at Teriyaki Madness. We unwrap the sizzling details behind our new $30 million proprietary funding collaboration....
Episode 9 – SBA Loan Myths Busted: Collateral, Directories, and Rates Explained
In this illuminating episode of Bellinis with Benetrends, VP of Marketing Ali Kraus and Director of Operations John Hajgato dive deep into some of the most pressing questions and myths surrounding SBA loans. Whether it's concerns about putting your home up as...
Episode 8 – Navigating Fleet Financing with Benetrends and PuroClean
In this insightful podcast episode, Rocco Fiorentino, CEO of Benetrends Financial, and Steve White, President and COO of PuroClean, join forces to discuss the dynamic world of fleet financing. They explore how businesses like PuroClean can leverage Benetrends'...