From Colorado Enterprise Fund
Colorado Enterprise Fund (CEF) is a non-profit CDFI small business lender committed to helping entrepreneurs start and grow their business. CEF provides access to capital to underserved entrepreneurs and underserved areas across Colorado. CEF helps small businesses that don’t meet traditional financing guidelines with loans ranging from $10K to $1M including SBA microloans. CEF also provides FREE business coaching to our borrowers through our Business Navigation Services. CEF has been dedicated to creating impact through building small businesses, driving economic development, and creating jobs for over 45 years.
Google: 4.5/5
The Colorado Enterprise Fund (CEF) is a non-profit CDFI small business lender dedicated to helping entrepreneurs start and grow their businesses, particularly those in underserved communities and areas across Colorado. CEF provides loans ranging from $10,000 to $1,000,000, including SBA microloans, to small businesses that may not meet traditional financing guidelines. In addition to loans, CEF offers free business coaching services through their Business Navigation Services. According to reviewers, the support from CEF is present at every step of the process. The staff is described as great professionals and a local resource for small business owners. Specifically, Andrea, Sarah, Andy, Gina Sherrick, and Lewis Hagler are mentioned as being helpful and knowledgeable. The loan approval and closing process is said to be smooth and efficient, with funds being transferred within two days of approval. Reviewers also appreciate the follow-up and free consultancy provided after the loan, noting that CEF does not leave borrowers alone in their business venture. Overall, reviewers highly recommend CEF for their commitment to creating impact through building small businesses, driving economic development, and creating jobs.