EPISODE · Apr 7, 2026 · 54 MIN
Episode 9: SBA Elite: A Story of Unstoppable Success
from Sweatpants & Strategy · host Dana Hirschkowitz
Breaking Barriers in SBA Lending: Meet the Unstoppable Kay AndersonIn this powerhouse episode of Sweatpants & Strategy, host Dana sits down with Kay Anderson—an industry leader who has broken barriers and paved the way for other women in SBA lending and finance.From becoming the first female CPA at Ernst & Young to playing a key leadership role at Live Oak Bank, the nation’s #1 SBA lender, Kay’s journey is filled with resilience, bold decisions, and invaluable insights.What You’ll Learn:🔹 How Kay landed her first job in finance and why it had nothing to do with perfect grades🔹 The outdated workplace policies she faced, from strict dress codes to travel restrictions🔹 How she built a successful career in a male-dominated industry🔹 The key mindset shift that helped her seize opportunities and thrive🔹 Why Live Oak Bank’s customer-first approach is changing the SBA lending landscape🔹 Advice for women in finance who want to step up, lead, and make an impactThis episode is a must-listen for professionals in finance, SBA lending, and business leadership, as well as anyone who enjoys stories of resilience and success.Tune in now for powerful insights and career-changing advice.Subscribe for more expert conversations on SBA lending, career growth, and business success.
What this episode covers
Breaking Barriers in SBA Lending: Meet the Unstoppable Kay AndersonIn this powerhouse episode of Sweatpants & Strategy, host Dana sits down with Kay Anderson—an industry leader who has broken barriers and paved the way for other women in SBA lending and finance.From becoming the first female CPA at Ernst & Young to playing a key leadership role at Live Oak Bank, the nation’s #1 SBA lender, Kay’s journey is filled with resilience, bold decisions, and invaluable insights.What You’ll Learn:🔹 How Kay landed her first job in finance and why it had nothing to do with perfect grades🔹 The outdated workplace policies she faced, from strict dress codes to travel restrictions🔹 How she built a successful career in a male-dominated industry🔹 The key mindset shift that helped her seize opportunities and thrive🔹 Why Live Oak Bank’s customer-first approach is changing the SBA lending landscape🔹 Advice for women in finance who want to step up, lead, and make an impactThis episode is a must-listen for professionals in finance, SBA lending, and business leadership, as well as anyone who enjoys stories of resilience and success.Tune in now for powerful insights and career-changing advice.Subscribe for more expert conversations on SBA lending, career growth, and business success.
NOW PLAYING
Episode 9: SBA Elite: A Story of Unstoppable Success
No transcript for this episode yet
Similar Episodes
No similar episodes found.
Similar Podcasts
No similar podcasts found.