I am a finance and operations expert with over 14 years of experience in the field of small business lending. As the Chief Operating Officer at Innovative Financing Solutions (IFS), a Small Business Advisory firm and SBA 7(a) Lender Service Provider, I lead a team of professionals who provide high-quality loan origination, underwriting, closing, servicing, and compliance services to our partner banks and borrowers. My passion is to help entrepreneurs access capital and grow their businesses, creating economic opportunities and jobs for underserved communities. I have successfully implemented process improvements and quality controls that have increased our productivity, profitability, and customer satisfaction. I have also developed and maintained strong relationships with our partner banks, SBA district offices, and industry associations. I am driven by the mission of IFS to deliver efficient, accurate, and compliant solutions to our clients.