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Jeff Vanchiere Named Underwriting Manager, VP
October 28, 2024Jeff Vanchiere has been named Mountain West Small Business Finance – Underwriting Pool Manager. Effective immediately, Jeff will oversee all facets of the underwriting department, leading a team of seven direct reports: four underwriters and three loan...
Small Business Spotlight: Dela’s Doggy Desserts
Ten Things We’re Loving about Dela’s Doggy Desserts, Pet Boutique & Event Space From Dela’s custom birthday cakes and specialized cupcakes to seasonal cookies and raw bar offerings, a boutique with so much puppy and kitty swag your heart will melt like you’ve just...
Mountain West Foundation Sponsors Utah Cricket Association
The Cricket Connection The Utah Muslim Civic League (UMCL) represents 60,000 Muslims from 120 different nationalities across Utah. The UMCL does vital work by empowering Muslims to engage in civic activities and become involved citizens and leaders within their...
9/11 National Day of Service: How MWSBF employees are giving back
The National Day of Service and Remembrance on September 11th is a way to honor and commemorate the sacrifices made that day by remembering the heroes, armed forces, first responders, and countless others’ acts of service to defend our nation’s freedom. Mountain West...
Judd Blakesley Named Senior Lending Officer, VP
August 21, 2024 - Mountain West Small Business Finance (MWSBF) announces that Judson “Judd” Blakesley has been named Senior Lending Officer, Senior Vice President. As a member of Mountain West’s senior leadership team, Judd will be responsible for the lending...
Mountain West Announces New Leadership
July 9, 2024, (Salt Lake City) – The Board of Mountain West Small Business Finance (MWSBF) is pleased to announce its succession plan for Mountain West's next chapter. Effective January 1, 2026, Spencer Davis will serve as MWSBF’s Chief Executive Officer and Danny...
MWSBF Reaches Billion Dollar Portfolio
April 19, 2023, (Salt Lake City) – Mountain West Small Business Finance, a national leader in SBA 504 funding, announces their loan portfolio under management has surpassed one billion dollars, showcasing the company’s vital role in helping small businesses all over...
Mountain West Welcomes Idaho-Based Loan Officer
The small business loan experts announce an experienced VP loan officer is joining the company. Morris comes equipped with an extensive network essential for the position Morris will provide comprehensive support to small businesses across Idaho March 29, 2024 –...
Announcing the Formation of the Mountain West Foundation
Announcing the Formation of the Mountain West Foundation A significant step towards fostering economic growth andsupporting underserved entrepreneurs. SALT LAKE CITY (January 26, 2024) –The Mountain West Foundation (MWF) hasofficially been formed as the non-profit...
Refinancing 7(a) into a 504: A Comprehensive Guide
Refinancing a 7(a) into a 504 can be a smart financial move for businesses seeking better terms or additional funding. In this blog post, we will explore the basics of refinancing, scenarios where it's beneficial, SBA requirements, necessary documents, and best...
How Mountain West Small Business Finance Helped Huge Brands Grow
Mountain West Small Business Finance worked with Huge Brands to help them grow. Click to read more about their story and how MWSBF can help you.
Masters of 504 Lending Series #10: Closing
MWSBF is presenting a 12-part series titled Masters of 504 Lending. Each month, a new webinar will provide education and a Q&A forum related to different aspects of SBA 504 loans. The tenth installment in the series covers our specialty loan programs. You can...