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Associated Press
7 days ago
- Business
- Associated Press
The Center by Lendistry Launches Main Street Goes Green to Help Small Businesses Save Money and Build Resilience
New program offers sustainable solutions for California's small businesses, contractors, and communities LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA / ACCESS Newswire / May 27, 2025 / The Center by Lendistry today announced the launch of Main Street Goes Green, a new initiative designed to help California's small businesses, contractors, and local governments to build energy efficient and resilient communities. From extreme heat to rising utility bills, small businesses-especially those in under-resourced communities-are facing environmental and economic challenges. Yet many lack the time, tools, or funding to take action. Main Street Goes Green fills that gap by offering practical, easy-to-use resources and hands-on support to help business owners adopt smart energy practices and cut operating costs. 'Too often, resilience conversations leave out the very people at the heart of our communities-our small business owners,' said Tunua Thrash-Ntuk, President & CEO of The Center by Lendistry. 'This initiative brings energy discussions down to earth, making it accessible, affordable, and actionable for the businesses that fuel our local economies.' The initiative features two core components: A one-stop resource hub offering: Main Street Goes Green Accelerator Now accepting applications through June 13, the Accelerator is a fully funded program valued at $7,500 per participant. Selected small businesses will receive: Eligible small businesses must be: This program is made possible through generous support from the California Office of the Small Business Advocate (CalOSBA), Federal Home Loan Bank San Francisco's 2024 AHEAD Grant, Pacific Premier Bank, and First Citizens Bank. To learn more and apply, visit: Whether a business is just starting its energy efficient journey or looking to deepen its impact, Main Street Goes Green was designed to meet them where they are-and help them move forward. About The Center by Lendistry The Center by Lendistry is a nonprofit organization that supports diverse small businesses through education, technical assistance, and access to competitive financing. Our mission is to close the wealth gap by anchoring small businesses and the communities where they do business. To learn more about our work, visit Contact Information Amy Rosenfeld Pivotal Strategies (310) 621-2174 SOURCE: Lendistry press release
Yahoo
21-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Lendistry Small Biz Shot Clock Contest Offers $5,000 to Winning Woman-Owned Business at WNBA All-Star Event This July
Nominations are open now in five states, and finalists will be invited to pitch their businesses to a panel of judges for a chance to win INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA / / May 21, 2025 / Lendistry announces today that nominations are open for its 2025 Small Biz Shot Clock Contest, which will be held in Indianapolis on Friday, July 18th during the WNBA All Star Weekend. With time counting down on the shot clock, finalists selected from the nominees will pitch their existing businesses to a panel of judges. The first-place winner will receive $5,000 and two runners-up will receive $2,000. The panel will include small business experts and WNBA personalities. "You can't win if you don't take every shot that comes your way, and we're excited to provide this opportunity for women, who have been consistently leading business formation since 2019," says Lendistry CEO and panel judge, Everett K. Sands. "I advise our finalists to show us their impact and innovation, and show up ready to impress." Lendistry has been the Official Small Business Lender of the WNBA Los Angeles Sparks since 2024. Azurá Stevens, Sparks forward-center and Lendistry brand ambassador, will join the panel of judges, drawing on her family experience in business ownership. Eligible businesses must be woman-owned, in operation for at least two years, and located in Indiana, Illinois, Michigan, Ohio, or Kentucky. Read the official rules and nominate a business by June 27 at About Lendistry Lendistry ( is a tech-enabled small businesses lender, grant administrator for private and public agencies, and a trusted resource for undercapitalized entrepreneurs including people of color, veterans, and those in rural communities. Founded in 2015, Lendistry has used technology and community partnerships to deploy over $10 billion in its first ten years. Lendistry was recently named the winner of the LA Area Chamber of Commerce Corporate Leadership Award, BankRate's Best Minority-Led Business Lender, and one of American Banker's Best Places to Work in Fintech. Lendistry has both Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) and Community Development Entity (CDE) certifications, is an SBA Preferred Lender and is now the #2 non-bank SBA 7(a) lender in the country. In collaboration with The Center by Lendistry, a nonprofit business education organization, Lendistry helps business owners achieve their goals and prepare to scale. Contact Information Kate Kearns Sr. Communications Managercommunications@ SOURCE: Lendistry View the original press release on ACCESS Newswire Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Yahoo
13-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Lendistry Selected as 2025 Best Place to Work in Fintech by American Banker
The community-driven fintech employs almost 300 people throughout the U.S. LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA / / May 13, 2025 / Lendistry announces today that it was named one of American Banker's Best Places to Work in Fintech of 2025. American Banker recognized Lendistry as a great place to work for its mission-driven operation that enables employees to make a difference, support for employees' work-life balance and environment that empowers every individual to thrive in their role. "Being named one of the Best Places to Work in Fintech for 2025 is a reflection of our team's unwavering commitment to our mission," says Leeann J. Lynch, Chief Strategy Officer at Lendistry. "As a purpose-driven organization, we know our greatest competitive advantage is the talent, heart and dedication of our people. They are the reason we continue to deliver meaningful impact to the communities we serve and make extraordinary things possible." American Banker creates its annual list of the best places to work in fintech using a two-part selection system. Applicants must first provide information from several departments about their workplace such as the company's policies and benefits provided. Employees must then complete a survey with questions about growth and learning opportunities within the company, leadership, company culture and more. About Lendistry Lendistry ( is a tech-enabled small businesses lender, grant administrator for private and public agencies, and a trusted resource for undercapitalized entrepreneurs including people of color, veterans, and those in rural communities. Founded in 2015, Lendistry has used technology and community partnerships to deploy over $10 billion in its first ten years. Lendistry was recently named the winner of the LA Area Chamber of Commerce Corporate Leadership Award and BankRate's Best Minority-Led Business Lender. Lendistry has both Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) and Community Development Entity (CDE) certifications, is an SBA Preferred Lender and is now the #2 non-bank SBA 7(a) lender in the country. In collaboration with The Center by Lendistry, a nonprofit business education organization, Lendistry helps business owners achieve their goals and prepare to scale. Contact Information Kate Kearns Sr. Communications Managercommunications@ SOURCE: Lendistry View the original press release on ACCESS Newswire
Associated Press
06-02-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Lendistry Honored With Los Angeles Area Chamber of Commerce's 2025 Corporate Leadership Award
The fintech is celebrated for its extraordinary impact on small businesses in Los Angeles as it reaches 10 years in business LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA / ACCESS Newswire / February 6, 2025 / Lendistry announces today that it was awarded the Los Angeles Area Chamber of Commerce's 2025 Corporate Leadership Award at the organization's Inaugural Reception on February 5 at the USC Galen Center. The Corporate Leadership Award is presented to a company that demonstrates superior leadership assuring the growth and prosperity of the Los Angeles region. Previous winners include JPMorgan Chase, Home Depot, Kaiser Permanente and more. In 2024, Lendistry surpassed $10 billion in funding to small businesses and became the #1 non-bank SBA 7(a) lender to LA County. The fintech also opened its new national headquarters in an LA Economic Opportunity Zone earlier in the year. 'I'm so proud to accept this on behalf of the whole Lendistry team... and to stand beside the giants who have won before us,' says Everett Sands, Chief Executive Officer at Lendistry. 'I'm focused on the proactive steps that are needed within products, processes, and policies to make access to capital less elusive. This will be no easy task, but our team at Lendistry is up for the challenge.' 'The Los Angeles Area Chamber of Commerce congratulates Lendistry on being selected as this year's Corporate Leadership Award honoree. Their strategic vision, support for small businesses and commitment to equitable access helps to foster a resilient economic future for the Los Angeles region,' says Maria S. Salinas, president and Chief Executive Officer at the Los Angeles Area Chamber of Commerce. About Lendistry B.S.D. Capital, Inc. dba Lendistry ( is a minority-led fintech that provides innovative lending products for small businesses and administers grant programs for government agencies nationwide. Headquartered in a Los Angeles Opportunity Zone, Lendistry uses technology and community partnerships to overcome systemic barriers to capital access and has deployed over $10 billion since its inception. In 2024, Lendistry CEO Everett K. Sands was an Entrepreneur Of The Year® Greater Los Angeles award winner. Lendistry has both Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) and Community Development Entity (CDE) certifications and is a member of the Federal Home Loan Bank of San Francisco. Lendistry SBLC, LLC is an SBA Preferred Lender and the nation's only African American-led SBA designated Small Business Lending Company. In collaboration with The Center by Lendistry, a nonprofit business education organization, Lendistry provides economic opportunities and progressive growth for underserved urban and rural small business borrowers and their communities.
Yahoo
06-02-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Lendistry Honored With Los Angeles Area Chamber of Commerce's 2025 Corporate Leadership Award
The fintech is celebrated for its extraordinary impact on small businesses in Los Angeles as it reaches 10 years in business LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA / / February 6, 2025 / Lendistry announces today that it was awarded the Los Angeles Area Chamber of Commerce's 2025 Corporate Leadership Award at the organization's Inaugural Reception on February 5 at the USC Galen Center. The Corporate Leadership Award is presented to a company that demonstrates superior leadership assuring the growth and prosperity of the Los Angeles region. Previous winners include JPMorgan Chase, Home Depot, Kaiser Permanente and more. In 2024, Lendistry surpassed $10 billion in funding to small businesses and became the #1 non-bank SBA 7(a) lender to LA County. The fintech also opened its new national headquarters in an LA Economic Opportunity Zone earlier in the year. "I'm so proud to accept this on behalf of the whole Lendistry team... and to stand beside the giants who have won before us," says Everett Sands, Chief Executive Officer at Lendistry. "I'm focused on the proactive steps that are needed within products, processes, and policies to make access to capital less elusive. This will be no easy task, but our team at Lendistry is up for the challenge." "The Los Angeles Area Chamber of Commerce congratulates Lendistry on being selected as this year's Corporate Leadership Award honoree. Their strategic vision, support for small businesses and commitment to equitable access helps to foster a resilient economic future for the Los Angeles region," says Maria S. Salinas, president and Chief Executive Officer at the Los Angeles Area Chamber of Commerce. About Lendistry B.S.D. Capital, Inc. dba Lendistry ( is a minority-led fintech that provides innovative lending products for small businesses and administers grant programs for government agencies nationwide. Headquartered in a Los Angeles Opportunity Zone, Lendistry uses technology and community partnerships to overcome systemic barriers to capital access and has deployed over $10 billion since its inception. In 2024, Lendistry CEO Everett K. Sands was an Entrepreneur Of The Year® Greater Los Angeles award winner. Lendistry has both Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) and Community Development Entity (CDE) certifications and is a member of the Federal Home Loan Bank of San Francisco. Lendistry SBLC, LLC is an SBA Preferred Lender and the nation's only African American-led SBA designated Small Business Lending Company. In collaboration with The Center by Lendistry, a nonprofit business education organization, Lendistry provides economic opportunities and progressive growth for underserved urban and rural small business borrowers and their communities. Contact Information Kate Kearns Sr. Communications Managercommunications@ SOURCE: Lendistry View the original press release on ACCESS Newswire Sign in to access your portfolio
