Lending and Venture Capital

Jason Jacobsohn-AEGIS Professional Services

Jason Jacobsohn is well known in the Chicago area as a “connector”. Jason will discuss the various methods for raising capital from angel investors. He will provide insight on the factors that investors consider before contributing capital and will provide valuable advice on putting together a good presentation.

Brandon Hinkle-IOS Financial

Brandon Hinkle is a Co-Founder at ios Financial, a Chicago-based online marketplace that matches small businesses seeking commercial loans with the right lenders nationwide. Brandon's presentation focused on improving the efficiency of small business lending.

David Frank-SomerCor 504

David Frank was named President of SomerCor 504, Inc. He joined SomerCor full-time as In-House Counsel and, over the next seven years, helped fund and close hundreds of Somercor’s commercial, owner-occupied real estate transactions. David Frank will give a presentation on the various loans available through the SBA 504 loans program.

Mark Wimmer-UBS Wealth Management

Mark Wimmer is a Financial Advisor at UBS Wealth Management. His areas of focus are multi-generation financial planning, estate planning, and asset protection strategies. Mark Wimmer will speak on various strategies that can help small business owners unleash the borrowing power of their portfolios.

Joseph McKeown-Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity

Joseph McKeown is the North East Region Senior Account Manager with the Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity. Guided by an innovative regional approach, DCEO administers a wide range of economic and workforce development programs, services and initiatives designed to create and retain high quality jobs in Illinois.