Episode #240 Fireside Chat with Michael Kianmahd- CEO of Maxim Commercial Capital

This week on Fireside Chats with Jesse, I sit down with Michael Kianmahd, CEO of Maxim Commercial Capital. We explore Michael’s unique path from J.P. Morgan to the world of equipment finance, and how joining a family business transformed his career. Michael shares his perspective on supporting non-prime borrowers, building trust-based partnerships, and growing Maxim into a meaningful force in the market. We also dive into: The origin story of Maxim and its mission Lessons learned from banking and entrepreneurship What sets Maxim’s culture and approach apart How family values and leadership intersect in finance Whether you're in equipment finance, business leadership, or just love a good entrepreneurial journey—this is an episode you won’t want to miss.Subscribe to Fireside Chats with Jesse on Soundwise