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EPISODE · Apr 7, 2026 · 55 MIN

Episode 3: Generations of Change in SBA Lending: Mother-Daughter Perspectives

from Sweatpants & Strategy · host Dana Hirschkowitz

In this episode of Sweatpants & Strategy, we explore the evolving landscape of SBA lending through the eyes of two generations. Join host Dana Hirschkowitz as she sits down with Stephanie Schwandt, a 35-year veteran of the SBA industry, and her daughter Alexandria “Ali” Schwandt, a rising star in SBA lending.Together, they discuss:✅ How SBA lending has transformed over the decades.✅ The challenges women face in a male-dominated industry.✅ The balance between tradition and innovation in modern lending practices.✅ From paper-based applications to digital solutions, and from limited representation to growing diversity, this conversation bridges the past and the future of SBA lending.Whether you're a seasoned professional or new to the SBA world, this episode offers valuable insights and inspiration.👉 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you never miss an episode!RESOURCES & CONNECTIONSAli Schwandt: [email protected] Schwandt: [email protected]

In this episode of Sweatpants & Strategy, we explore the evolving landscape of SBA lending through the eyes of two generations. Join host Dana Hirschkowitz as she sits down with Stephanie Schwandt, a 35-year veteran of the SBA industry, and her daughter Alexandria “Ali” Schwandt, a rising star in SBA lending.Together, they discuss:✅ How SBA lending has transformed over the decades.✅ The challenges women face in a male-dominated industry.✅ The balance between tradition and innovation in modern lending practices.✅ From paper-based applications to digital solutions, and from limited representation to growing diversity, this conversation bridges the past and the future of SBA lending.Whether you're a seasoned professional or new to the SBA world, this episode offers valuable insights and inspiration.👉 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you never miss an episode!RESOURCES & CONNECTIONSAli Schwandt: [email protected] Schwandt: [email protected]

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