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White paper – Start lean. Scale fast. 5 lessons every equipment finance lender should know

Learn how leading equipment finance founders and operators build and scale new companies faster by focusing on speed to market, automation from day one, and proven best practices that reduce risk, avoid overengineering, and support scalable growth.

May 5, 2026

Teq Tuesday #18 – Are fintech lenders still a thing?

The fintech takeover was supposed to reshape equipment finance overnight, but the reality looks a little different. In Teq Tuesday #18, we unpack what actually happened after all the disruption headlines, and why traditional lenders are still standing strong. Featuring Kristian Dolan and David Trost, this episode explores where fintech lenders fell short, what changed behind the scenes, and how the competitive landscape is evolving today.

May 5, 2026

Teq Tuesday #17 – Embedded finance: Why it’s harder than it looks

Embedded finance sounds simple, but the reality is anything but. In Teq Tuesday #17, we break down what’s really happening behind the “apply now” button, and why vendor tech, sales processes, and real-time credit workflows make it more complex than it looks. Featuring Kristian Dolan and David Trost, this episode explores why embedded lending hasn’t scaled in equipment finance and how the lenders winning vendor business are approaching it differently.

April 28, 2026

Article – The AI fix changing equipment finance intake

Manual data entry is still slowing down equipment finance deals. See how AI-powered document automation speeds up intake, reduces errors, and gets deals moving faster from day one.

April 23, 2026

Teq Tuesday #16 – The Automation Nobody Trusts

Automation doesn’t break down because the technology isn’t there, it stalls because trust never fully catches up. In Teq Tuesday #16, we unpack the hesitation behind auto-approvals, where confidence gaps show up, and why underwriters still hold the final decision. Featuring an unfiltered conversation between Kristian Dolan and David Trost, this episode explores how vendor programs, syndication strategy, and real-world risk shape the path to true automation.

April 21, 2026

Teq Tuesday #15 – How Your Capital Source Completely Changes Your Syndication Strategy

Syndication doesn’t fall apart at the finish line, it breaks down in the early conversations that shape the deal. In Teq Tuesday #15, we explore how misalignment and missing context upfront create friction later, and why clarity from the start keeps deals on track. Featuring insights from industry leaders, this episode highlights how stronger discovery and better communication lead to smoother syndication.

April 14, 2026

Teq Tuesday #14 – When Your System Needs to Bend Without Breaking

Automation doesn’t break deals, rigid systems do when they can’t handle what doesn’t fit the mold. In Teq Tuesday #14, we unpack the tension between building structured workflows and staying flexible enough to handle real-world complexity, and why the best systems are designed with both guardrails and override options in mind. Featuring insights from Lisa Corby, Greg Bourdon, and David Trost, this episode shows how planning for exceptions, not just perfection, is what keeps deals moving when things get messy.

April 7, 2026

What Needs to Be in Place Before Automation or AI Can Deliver Lasting Impact

AI and automation aren’t the same thing, and treating them interchangeably is how you end up with a 95% failure rate. Learn what must come first for equipment finance companies.

April 3, 2026

Teq Tuesday #13 – Know Your Deal Before It Hits Syndication

Deals don’t fall apart at syndication, they just finally reveal what was missed at the start. In Teq Tuesday #13, we unpack why the first conversation with your borrower matters more than anything that comes after, and how stronger upfront discovery can prevent deals from unraveling later. Featuring insights from Greg Bourdon, Lisa Corby, and Dakota Smith, this episode shows why asking better questions early, and truly understanding the deal, is what keeps things moving when it counts.

March 31, 2026

Teq Tuesday #12 – Why a quick ‘No’ beats a five-day ‘Maybe’

Speed isn’t just about getting to ‘yes’ faster, it’s about getting to ‘no’ sooner. In Teq Tuesday #12, we unpack why delayed decisions quietly drain time, money, and trust across your pipeline, and how faster clarity can actually strengthen vendor relationships. Featuring insights from top originators, this episode shows why better visibility and decisive communication are the real drivers of efficiency.

March 24, 2026

Teq Tuesday #11 – The $10k Donut Machine Problem

Automation doesn’t just speed things up, it should stop the wrong deals sooner. In Teq Tuesday #11, we break down how small, unfundable deals create outsized inefficiencies across credit and syndication, and why better upfront context is the key to protecting both your team’s time and partner relationships.

March 17, 2026

Your AI Pilot Probably Won’t Deliver ROI – Here’s What Will

AI pilots are everywhere in equipment finance, but few deliver measurable ROI. Learn why starting with automation, structured workflows and clean data makes the difference.

March 16, 2026

Automation and AI: Understanding the role each plays in equipment finance

AI is dominating industry conversations, but automation still drives operational efficiency. Learn how understanding the difference can prevent costly tech mistakes.

March 16, 2026

Teq Tuesday #10 – Why syndication automation fails without the human element

Automation alone does not close more deals. In Teq Tuesday #10, we break down why syndication workflows only work when technology clears the noise and gives your team time to focus on what actually drives growth. When the busywork disappears, relationships, conversations, and trust take center stage.

March 10, 2026

White paper – originate more, hold less: Your guide to automating smarter syndication in equipment finance

Discover how leading equipment finance lenders scale syndication faster and more profitably with automation that standardizes deal packaging, eliminates manual re-keying, and routes opportunities to the right funding partners every time.

March 9, 2026

Teq Tuesday #9 – Human Side of Automation

Efficiency without empathy falls flat. In Teq Tuesday #9, we explore the human side of automation and how leading lenders are using technology to remove busywork, elevate borrower relationships, and let their teams focus on what they do best. This is what it looks like when tech gets out of the way.

March 3, 2026

Webinar – Start lean. Scale fast. 5 lessons every new equipment finance company should know

Launching an equipment finance company comes with big decisions that shape long-term growth. In this webinar, industry leaders share five essential lessons to help you start lean, build the right operational foundation, and scale quickly without creating bottlenecks that slow you down later.

February 28, 2026

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