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Coffee Built by Community
West Village Neighborhood Cafe in St. George, Utah, recently had their grand opening on May 2nd. But for owner Elise West, the grand opening marks a significant return to the coffee business. Elise’s coffee venture originally began in 2016 with the opening of a food...
MWSBF Announces New Full-Time Colorado Loan Officer
Published July 10, 2026. Mountain West Small Business Finance (MWSBF) is pleased to announce Alexander ‘Alex’ Barron as a new full-time Colorado AVP, Loan Officer. “We are excited to have Alex supporting our Colorado operation full-time”, said Judson Blakesley, MWSBF...
Boots, Business, and Blake Beck
Published June 29, 2026 An avid outdoorsman with a self-proclaimed love-hate relationship with golf, Blake beck brings a laid-back personality and competitive spirit to everything he does. Whether he’s spending time outdoors or competing in the rodeo arena, his...
Changing the Game
For Angel Genao and Steven Mateo, baseball has always been more than a sport—it’s been a lifelong passion and a pathway to opportunity. Both grew up immersed in the game in the Dominican Republic, where baseball isn’t just seasonal—it’s a way of life. Their dedication...
Tax Season: A Time to Plan Ahead
When most business owners think about tax season, they think about looking backward, pulling together last year’s income, expenses, and paperwork. But tax season can also be a great time to pause and look ahead. With your financials freshly prepared, it’s the perfect...
A Peek Into the Culture at MWSBF: Why Employees Stay
At Mountain West Small Business Finance, employee tenure tells a particularly special story. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (as of January 2024), workers stay with their current employer an average of 3.9 years. Across the country, many...
Mountain West Foundation Inducted into Utah Black Chamber Hall of Fame
On Friday, February 13, 2026, MWSBF had the honor of attending the 4th annual Mardi Gras in the Mountains hosted by the Utah Black Chamber of Commerce. This year, the Mountain West Foundation (MWSBF’s charitable foundation) was inducted into the Utah Black Chamber of...
Viva Las Evans: A Celebration of John Evans and his 30 Years of Service
After nearly 30 years of dedicated service, John Evans, President and CEO of Mountain West Small Business Finance, began a well-earned retirement in November, 2025. We got to celebrate John and his instrumental role in shaping MWSBF at his retirement party, Viva Las...
Behind the Door of Beacon Metals
Published on: December 2, 2025 You will never meet someone as passionate about doorknobs as Chad Riches, the President and third-generation owner of Beacon Metals. It’s actually the whole door he’s passionate about. Mountain West Small Business Finance President and...
CHOICE Education: Where Heroes Journey
CHOICE Education: Where Heroes Journey Published on: November 14, 2025 “CHOICE believes that every child is on a Hero’s Journey; a journey to find and develop their special callings and unique gifts. CHOICE provides structure while honoring freedom which allows...
A Sit Down with MWSBF CEO Spencer Davis
A Sit Down with MWSBF CEO Spencer Davis Published on: November 3, 2025 [This interview has been edited for clarity and content.] MWSBF: Let’s jump right in and talk about your history with Mountain West Small Business Finance. Over your decades-long history with...
Mountain West Small Business Finance Names Spencer Davis CEO, Danny Mangum President and COO
Mountain West Small Business Finance Names Spencer Davis CEO, Danny Mangum President and COO Mountain West Small Business Finance is pleased to announce its new executive leadership team. Effective immediately, Spencer Davis has been named chief executive officer, and...