"What if every business loan came with a CFO to guide you?" – Devin Gambino, CEO & Founder of Lendefied
Devin Gambino saw a major gap in the lending industry and built Lendefied to fill it. Instead of just handing over capital, Lendefied provides lending bundled with fractional CFO, CMO, and CTO services — a combination almost no one else in the country offers. Their model helps small businesses not only access funding but also use it strategically to grow long-term and avoid the common trap of high-interest, short-term loans.
In this episode, Devin shares insights that every business owner needs to hear, including:
• Why combining lending with executive-level guidance can change your entire business trajectory
• How most owners miss out on massive opportunities like the R&D tax credit
• The right way to borrow so you scale instead of survive
• Why personal credit is one of the most dangerous ways to start a business
• How giving more upfront to clients can actually lead to exponential long-term growth
Business takeaway:
Access to capital is only half the battle — knowing how to deploy it effectively is what separates thriving businesses from struggling ones. Devin shows how combining smart lending with fractional executive services helps small business owners make better financial decisions, avoid costly mistakes, and set up sustainable growth. Leveraging credits like R&D, protecting your business credit early, and focusing on long-term strategy can completely change the trajectory of a company.
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