Eric Guttormson - Tips for a Successful Loan Application
Eric Guttormson is the Sr. Lending Officer at First Southwest Bank (FSWB) and is responsible for providing strategic direction for the Lending Department, while also ensuring compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. He provides lending solutions to business and agricultural customers, including those in underserved rural communities.
Rosy has extensive experience as an independent business consultant in financial, strategy and business development, and procurement/certification state-wide. She comes to FSWCF from the Hispanic Contractors of Colorado (HCC) where she was the Executive Director. Prior to her role at HCC, she served as the Director of the Minority Business Office of Colorado at the Office of Economic Development and International Trade (OEDIT).
AJ Shaikh - Tips for a Successful Loan Application
AJ Shaikh is a dedicated champion for small businesses and entrepreneurs, bringing over a decade of expertise in business banking and commercial lending. With extensive experience at regional and national financial institutions, AJ specializes in SBA 7(a) and 504 lending programs that help small businesses access the capital they need to launch, grow, and thrive. Throughout his career, he has managed multimillion-dollar lending portfolios while maintaining a personal commitment to understanding each entrepreneur's unique vision and challenges. AJ's approach combines deep knowledge of commercial credit and relationship management with a genuine passion for empowering small business owners to achieve their goals and strengthen their communities.
Garrett is a business and technology leader with an MBA and more than 30 years of experience helping organizations use systems and data to grow. His career spans IT leadership, operations, and business strategy, giving him a practical ability to translate complex technology into clear business decisions. Garrett specializes in helping companies use tools like CRM to strengthen customer relationships, improve sales follow-up, and make smarter growth decisions.
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Stacy Reuille-Dupont - Nervous System-Savvy Leadership for a Fast-Moving Future
Dr. Stacy Reuille-Dupont, PhD, is a clinical psychologist and founder of Studio B, where she bridges psychology, physiology, and embodiment to transform how people lead and live. Her work teaches high-performing individuals how to access clarity, resilience, and aligned decision-making through the intelligence of the body—redefining leadership from the inside out by bringing the body back into business.