Bourbon with a Banker

In this episode we discuss why having a philanthropic mindset is important to the success of the business community with Kim Capeloto. Kim is the former Executive Vice President / Chief Banking Officer for Riverview Bank and current President of Lighthouse Financial Foundation a nonprofit created to provide financial services, counseling and training to underserved populations. Kim breaks down how having a philanthropic mindset has propelled his career in business and how it has strengthened the business community as a whole. Guest Contact Info LinkedIn: Kim Capeloto email: info@LHFinancialFoundation.org What we are drinking: Widow Jane The Vaults - 99 Proof - Retails for $250 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode we discuss negotiating with payment solutions providers and taste Stillhouse Black Bourbon with Keith Sconiers. Keith is the owner of PaySuite a leading payment solutions company based in Lake Oswego, Oregon. Keith breaks down how entrepreneurs have more power than they think when it comes to negotiating payment solutions agreements. We also touch on one of Keith's passions working with college athletes to set them up for career success. Guest Contact Info www.keithsconiers.com LinkedIn: Keith Sconiers Instagram: @keithsconiers What we are drinking: Stillhouse Black Bourbon - 80 proof - retails for approximately $30 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode I discuss the recent increase in interest rates following 40 year inflation highs and my prediction of when we will see the next recession. I provide 5 things business owners can do now to prepare for the rising rate environment. What I am drinking: Henry McKenna - Single Barrel Bottled In Bond - 100 Proof. Retails for $60 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode we taste Stagg Jr bourbon by Buffalo Trace Distillery. We discuss commercial real estate investing and the importance of having an experienced commercial broker with Power Broker, Steven Hunker of the Fuller Group a commercial real estate brokerage based in Vancouver, WA. Steven shares his passion for catamaran racing what he has learned over his 10 years in the commercial real estate industry. Listeners will learn the key differences between commercial and residential real estate investing and the value of owning commercial real estate. Steven specializes in advising and guiding his clients through complex sale and lease negotiations, dealing with commercial, investment and industrial properties. His responsibility and commitment ensures that he will negotiate the best deal. He is known in both Oregon and Washington as a "Power Broker" who can take a project from an idea to fruition. There is no match for perseverance and knowledge, both qualities that Steven has come to embody. email: steve@fg-cre.com twitter: @steve_hunker LinkedIn: Steve Hunker Instagram: rugbyduck What we are drinking: Stagg Jr by Buffalo Trace Distillery. 134.4 Proof. Estimated Retail is $55 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode we taste Cognac Park Borderies 14 Year Private Barrel. We discuss how winning at Texas Hold'em poker is like winning at business, the importance of self-education and mentors with Isaac Wilson the owner of Bullseye Electric. You can reach Isaac on Facebook and at www.Bullseye-Electric.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this Half Pour episode I am tasting Colonel E.H. Taylor Small Batch a Kentucky straight bourbon. I break down a few myths and the advantages and disadvantages of using conventional, SBA 504 and SBA 7a loans to purchase owner occupied commercial real estate. I also provide some insight into purchasing investment real estate with bank financing. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode we taste Old Forester 1920 Prohibition a Kentucky Straight Bourbon. We discuss how to navigate the rising home mortgage rates, how home buyers can prepare for the best mortgage experience and house hacking strategies with Rayko Diaz of Guild Mortgage. You can connect with Rayko on Instagram @RaykoPDX or Rayko.Diaz@guildmortgage.net --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

We taste Jefferson's Kentucky Straight Rye finished in Cognac Cask and discuss investing philosophies and socially conscious investing with Ryland Moore the managing principal business development for Arnerich Massena. Arnerich Massena is an investment advisory firm managing over $3 Billion in assets, with clients across the United States. You can connect with Ryland on LinkedIn or at www.arnerichmassena.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode we taste Whistle Pig 15 Multnomah Whiskey Library Single Barrel Select, discuss building value in your business over profit and diversifying your investments with Travis Smith and Heather Bargender of Sky Heating, A/C, Plumbing & Electrical. We also have a special surprise bourbon tasting at the end. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app