The Business Credit and Financing Show

In The Business Credit and Financing Show we tackle all types or topics relating to how you can get business credit and financing to start and grow your business. We also discuss marketing and growth strategies with top influencers and industry experts, to help you start and grow a profitable business.

The Business Credit and Financing Show is a business podcast hosted by Ty Crandall, with 1,000 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Ty Crandall hosts The Business Credit and Financing Show, a business show with 1,000 episodes published.

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  Episode #1026

  Eddie DeAngelis: How to Build a Business That's Ready to Grow

  Oct 5, 202636 min

  Eddie DeAngelis is a seasoned entrepreneur and business funding expert with more than 30 years of business experience. From his early days as a street vendor in Philadelphia to becoming the Founder and CEO of QualiFi, Eddie has built a career centered on helping entrepreneurs achieve growth and success. Through QualiFi, Eddie works closely with business owners to provide customized financing solutions, including term loans, equipment financing, lines of credit, and other funding products designed to help businesses access the capital they need to scale. His hands-on experience as both an entrepreneur and funding professional gives him a unique perspective on the challenges business owners face when seeking financing and navigating growth opportunities. Eddie is passionate about empowering entrepreneurs with the resources, knowledge, and capital necessary to build successful companies. His expertise in business funding, lending solutions, entrepreneurship, and industry trends makes him a valuable guest for our audience of business owners, lenders, brokers, and entrepreneurs. During the show we discuss: Why you do not need significant capital to start a business How taking action can be more important than having a perfect business plan Why businesses need systems and people to scale effectively How to determine what type of capital your business actually needs Why the cheapest or largest funding option is not always the best fit How debt consolidation can improve cash flow Why businesses should address financial problems before seeking more capital How to build a stronger long-term relationship with funding providers Links Company Website: https://goqualifi.com/about-the-ceo/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/-edward-deangelis-ceo-qualifi-llc

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  Episode #1025

  Jason Blumer: How to Build a Business That Works Without You and Becomes Truly Valuable

  Sep 29, 202641 min

  Jason Blumer is the Founder and CEO of Thriveal, a community and consulting organization dedicated to helping entrepreneurial CPA firm owners grow through coaching, education, and leadership development. Since launching Thriveal in 2010, he has supported thousands of firm owners in building more intentional, scalable, and purpose-driven businesses. In addition to Thriveal, Jason is the CEO of Blumer & Associates, CPAs, an advisory firm serving creative and agency-based businesses. He was an early adopter of the virtual firm model and has spent years helping firms transition from compliance-focused services to higher-value advisory relationships. Jason is widely recognized as a thought leader in the accounting industry, having been named one of Accounting Today's Top 100 Most Influential People in Accounting. He is also a speaker, writer, and podcast host, known for his work on firm growth, capacity management, and building purpose-driven organizations that scale sustainably. Through his work, Jason helps firm owners simplify complexity, build stronger teams, and create businesses that are not only profitable, but also attractive to lenders, investors, and long-term growth opportunities. During the show we discuss: Why revenue does not automatically mean growth How to reduce owner dependency Why fast growth can create operational problems How to manage business complexity as you scale Why non-revenue-generating roles can support growth How to distinguish profit from available cash When debt can support a business and when it can become a burden How cash reserves and working capital can improve funding readiness Resources: https://thriveal.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasonblumer/ https://x.com/jasonmblumer?lang=en

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  Episode #1024

  Nellie Akalp: How to Build A Business That's Fundable, Compliant, and Built to Last

  Sep 28, 202631 min

  Nellie Akalp is a serial entrepreneur, small business advocate, and the Founder and CEO of CorpNet, a leading business formation and compliance service that has helped hundreds of thousands of entrepreneurs start and maintain their businesses across all 50 states. With over two decades of experience in the incorporation industry, Nellie has built multiple successful companies focused on simplifying the startup process for business owners. She is widely recognized for her expertise in business formation, compliance, and entrepreneurial growth strategies. Nellie is a passionate advocate for small businesses and frequently shares insights on how entrepreneurs can properly structure their companies, stay compliant, and position themselves for funding and long term success. Her work has empowered countless business owners to confidently launch and scale their ventures. Through CorpNet, Nellie continues to make business ownership more accessible by providing streamlined solutions, expert guidance, and ongoing support for entrepreneurs at every stage of their journey. During the show we discuss: Why choosing the right entity matters How LLC and corporation structures differ How S corporation tax elections work Why business compliance must continue after formation How to maintain separation between personal and business finances Why documentation matters for business expenses How compliance can support long-term growth and funding Why businesses should generally consider where they actually operate when choosing a formation state Resources: https://www.corpnet.com/

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  Episode #1023

  Sebastian Sanders: Empower the Next Generation with Financial Literacy and Entrepreneurship

  Sep 27, 202628 min

  Sebastian Sanders, widely known as "The Youth Principal," is an author, educator, speaker, and entrepreneur dedicated to advancing economic mobility through youth development and community innovation. Born and raised in Houston, Texas, he is the founder of Sanders Hand, a nonprofit that has impacted over 5,000 youth and college students across the U.S. and Ghana through financial literacy, leadership, and digital education. In 2024, the organization earned recognition as a Career & Technical Student Organization (CTSO) by the Texas Education Agency—one of only 10 in the state. Sebastian also created the Young Billionaires Club, a hands-on entrepreneurship program for youth, and leads SJS Enterprises, where he advises businesses and schools on growth and impact strategy. A former leader at PepsiCo and Frito-Lay, he holds a BBA and an MBA in Management. He is the author of The Art of Giving, a TED Talk speaker, and host of "Money Mondays," empowering communities through practical financial education. During the show we discuss: Turning experience into credibility and influence Building a brand around a mission people believe in Lessons from corporate leadership and entrepreneurship Using discipline, planning, and customer service to build a business Testing ideas and building proof of concept before scaling Building credibility through results, relationships, and testimonials Differences between younger and established entrepreneurs The responsibility that comes with influence and audience trust Resources: https://www.sandershand.org/

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  Episode #1022

  Bridger Pennington: How to Launch, Fund, and Scale Your Own Investment Fund

  Sep 21, 202635 min

  Bridger Pennington is a fund manager, entrepreneur, and co-founder of multiple investment funds dedicated to making private investing more accessible. In 2019, he co-founded Fund Launch, an incubator helping emerging managers launch and grow investment funds. Today, the platform has more than 141,000 users and has helped launch 390 funds representing over $7.1 billion in reported AUM. In 2026, Bridger co-founded Fund Launch AI, an end-to-end platform designed to simplify fund and SPV formation, legal structures, administration, and vendor management. He also co-founded Fund Launch Partners, a $32 million GP Stakes fund focused on partnering with emerging fund managers, with more than $341 million in aggregate portfolio AUM. Through these ventures, Bridger is working to democratize Wall Street and make sophisticated investment opportunities and infrastructure accessible to a broader generation of fund managers. During the show we discuss: Why an investment fund is essentially a pool of capital How to determine whether a fund could fit an existing business strategy How funds can help scale real estate investing Why fund structures can provide portfolio diversification How syndications differ from investment funds How blind-pool funds work How real estate funds differ from private equity funds How venture capital funds invest in startups Resources: https://www.fundlaunch.com/

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