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Hosted by Dana Hirschkowitz · 🇺🇸 US · EN · 25 episodes
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Welcome to the Sweatpants & Strategy: SBA Success Stories Podcast, where we dive into the world of SBA lending, business growth, and personal success stories – all in a relaxed, down-to-earth twist! Please note, the content of this podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be considered legal or financial advice. Always consult with a qualified professional for guidance specific to your business or financial needs. This podcast is inspired by and dedicated to my father, Norman Hirschkowitz, whose encouragement, and belief in taking risks led me to where I am today. His lessons continue to guide me, and I’m proud to honor his memory with each episode.
Dana Hirschkowitz hosts Sweatpants & Strategy, a business show with 25 episodes published.
🚨 LEADERSHIP ALERT. 🚨 If you think HR is just about black-and-white policies and sitting on the sidelines, this episode is your wake-up call. We’re diving back into the "structured chaos" of SBA with the woman who is r
🚨 HR ALERT. HR ALERT. 🚨 Think SBA talent is the same as traditional banking? Think again. It’s not just about credit scores—it’s about surviving the "structured chaos." In this episode of Sweatpants & Strategy, Dana si
🚨 VALENTINE’S FINALE. 🚨 The third and final part of our SBA Love Story series has landed. Forget roses and chocolates—we’re talking about the real romance: Trust, Timing, and Collaboration. In this episode of Sweatpant
🚨 SBA VALENTINE’S ALERT🚨 The second episode of our "February Love Stories" has arrived, and it’s a grand slam. If you’ve ever felt like the banking world was just one big series of "bad dates" and "ghosting," this one
🥋 HI-YAH! 🥋 The SBA Love Story has landed. Brace yourselves. Yes. THAT episode. The one where we prove that SBA isn't just a mountain of paperwork—it’s a 21-year career of passion, grit, and finding your "person" in th
The SBA world is changing fast, and if you’re still sticking to the "Money Store" playbook from 1995, you’re already behind. In this episode of Sweatpants & Strategy, Dana sits down with the man who needs no introduction
🚨 ALERT. ALERT. 🚨 The SBA Year-End Wrap-Up has landed. Brace yourselves. Yes. THAT year. The one with wins, losses, plot twists, and at least three “wait… what?” moments. The one that aged us, surprised us, and occasio
🎃 HALLOWEEN SWEPARDY SPECIAL! 👻 Welcome back to Swepardy — this time, we’re taking over the stage Halloween-style! 🕸️ Join your host (and ringmaster!) Dana Hirschkowitz as she wrangles our contestants through a fright
As we wrap up 2024 with Sweatpants & Strategy, we’re taking a look back at the moments that didn’t make the final cut—but definitely brought plenty of laughs! From behind-the-scenes mishaps to hilarious guest moments, th
Part 2 of our AI in SBA Lending conversation is here, and trust us, it goes places Part 1 only scratched the surface on. Dana, Lyndsey, and Darren join me again for a deeper dive into how AI is showing up behind the scen
Part 1 is LIVE: Is AI helping or hurting SBA lending? Welcome back to Sweatpants & Strategy! I’m Dana Hirschkowotz, founder of The Dana Company—your recruiter for elite SBA and banking talent. In this episode (Part 1 of
You’re watching Part 2 of our Sweatpants & Strategy episode titled “Mind the Gap: Women, Capital & the Power Shift in Lending.” If you missed Part 1, head there first for all the bold insights that kicked off this powerf
This episode, titled “Mind the Gap: Women, Capital & the Power Shift in Lending,” is so powerful, we had to break it into Part 1 and Part 2. In Part 1, Dana sits down with Stephanie Dunn, Chief Revenue Officer at Phoenix
Operational Déjà Vu: Why The New SOPs Feel So Familiar Feeling confused (again) by the SBA’s latest SOP changes? You're not alone. In this episode, we unpack the so-called "simplification" efforts—and why they feel more
In this episode of Sweatpants & Strategy, host Dana Hirschkowitz chats with Anthony Pauldin, Head of the Credit Group at First Bank of the Lake, about leading a top-ranked SBA lending team and managing over $650 million
🎧 About This SWEATPANTS & STRATEGY - Special Report This episode takes a bold deep dive into the latest SBA SOP revisions and the DOGE's increased scrutiny of SBA lending practices. It cuts through the noise and gets re
Breaking Barriers in SBA Lending: Meet the Unstoppable Kay Anderson In this powerhouse episode of Sweatpants & Strategy, host Dana sits down with Kay Anderson—an industry leader who has broken barriers and paved the way
🚀 SBA LOANS & BUSINESS PLANS: What You NEED to Know! If you're applying for an SBA loan, your business plan isn't just a formality—it can make or break your approval! Yet, 40% of small business owners don’t have one. In
🚀 What makes a top-tier Business Development Officer (BDO)? Find out in this first episode of 2025! Host Dana Hirschkowitz is joined by an expert panel of SBA professionals to break down the Top 3 Characteristics of a S
As 2024 comes to a close, join us for a special year-end episode of Sweatpants & Strategy! Host Dana Hirschkowitz brings together a dynamic panel of four guests for a lively and insightful discussion reflecting on the SB
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Port 51
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FirstTrust
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Ashlee Loewen
Triple Threat Athletics
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Angela Cao
Koma
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Marissa Ames
44 Business Capital
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Ray Drew
Reliant
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Mitch Fogel
Fogel Law Group
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Lance Sexton
Phoenix Lender Services
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Bethany Mclellan
Rapid Business Solutions
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Lindsey Blanks
Hancock Whitney
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Darren Davis
Colony Bank
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Stephanie Dunn
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