Beyond Banks: Financing Business Growth

Anthony explores why access to financing is becoming a strategic pain point for Canada’s small and mid-sized companies.
Entrepreneurship

Guest

Anthony De Almeida
Chairman of the Board of The Unbankers

Date

October 21, 2025

Overview

Anthony explains what it really means to be finance-ready—and why so many small and mid-sized businesses are left behind by traditional banks. With over 25 years in the trenches of corporate finance, Anthony shares how his team steps in to support businesses seeking loans under $10M—especially those scaling fast, acquiring competitors, or managing complex turnarounds. From the critical role of fractional CFOs to building forward-looking financial models, Anthony offers a rare, behind-the-scenes look at what lenders actually want—and how to plan for capital before you need it. For leaders tired of hearing “no” from the banks, this episode introduces an alternative path built on relationships, strategy, and deep operational insight

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