Peter Ribeiro: How to Get Fast Business Funding Without Waiting on Traditional Banks — The Business Credit and Financing Show

Peter Ribeiro is a seasoned entrepreneur, business finance expert, and Founder & CEO of Capital Gurus, a fintech platform dedicated to simplifying and accelerating access to business capital. Under his leadership, Capital Gurus has developed innovative lending technology that enables businesses across the United States to receive fast funding decisions and access capital efficiently.

Prior to Capital Gurus, Peter founded and scaled US Business Funding from the ground up, ultimately achieving a successful exit in 2018. His background in business lending, funding operations, sales leadership, and financial technology has made him a respected voice in the alternative finance industry.

Beyond financial services, Peter has built a real estate portfolio of more than 400 units, giving him deep, hands-on experience in entrepreneurship, investing, and asset management.

Graduating from Indiana University's Kelley School of Business with a focus on Entrepreneurship/Corporate Innovation, Jesse Rosenberg quickly transitioned into the finance sector as an Account Executive at CapitalGurus. His educational background laid a solid foundation in business innovation. At CapitalGurus, he leverage these competencies to excel in retail and sales, contributing to a dynamic team that thrives on forward-thinking strategies and robust client relationships.

During the show we discuss:

Why fast funding doesn't have to mean sloppy underwriting.
How to make your business more fundable.
How to choose financing based on the business, not just the rate.
Why lenders ask questions beyond your credit score.
How embedded financing can create a better customer experience.
How AI can replace repetitive underwriting work without completely eliminating human judgment.
Why helping customers even when you can't fund them can create stronger partnerships.
How to think about financing as a strategic tool rather than just money .

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-ribeiro-47259b18/
Website: https://capitalgurus.com/