337 Fixing Small Business Lending w/ George Cook

The Shop Local Movement is gaining steam, while our banks have gotten even more impersonal. How do things change?   George Cook believes he may have an answer.   His company, Honeycomb Credit, is building a platform for small businesses to borrow directly from their own community and loyal customer base. This creates affordable credit lines entrepreneurs and competitive returns to community members.   In this conversation, we discuss how George’s background in community banking informs his startup and the transformational impact that community lending can have on regional economies.   Never miss one of our best episodes by subscribing to the newsletter.   George’s Challenge; Buy local. Find ways to support your community’s economy   Connect with George LinkedIn Instagram Twitter Website   If you liked this interview, check out episode 301 with Rich Lunak where we discuss Innovation Works, southwestern PA investing, and how Rich got into the role. Underwritten by Piper Creative A digital agency that provides strategy, delivery, and analysis specializing in a few key service offerings. Documentary-as-a-Service (Vlogging 2.0) Instagram Content Production & Account Building Podcast Production, Strategy Consulting, and Guest Acquisition   If you aren’t creating or curating content regularly, your clients and customers might forget you’re open for business. YouTube Instagram Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher | Overcast | PodBay