Lola Aré | Capital Readiness Strategist for 6- to 8-Figure U.S. Businesses As a Michigan SBDC Certified Business Consultant, SBA T.H.R.I.V.E. Coach, and Michigan SBA Small Business Counselor of the Year, I bring national recognition and deep, real-world experience to helping established business owners get lender-ready—fast. I’ve spent 25+ years guiding growth-stage businesses through the complex process of securing capital, and I know exactly what banks, credit unions, CDFIs, and alternative lenders are looking for. I’m also the creator of the nationally recognized Becoming Bankable Essentials Program, a proven system that helps businesses build the financial infrastructure and strategy needed to access capital confidently—without spinning their wheels or missing hidden red flags. If your business is generating between $100K and $10+M annually and has been denied funding—or you just want to be sure you’re positioned for a successful application—I’m here to help. Whether it’s advise on cleaning up your financials, identifying the gaps holding you back, or building a roadmap to lender approval, I’ll give you fast, practical advice that makes sense and moves you forward. ✅ Michigan SBDC Certified Small Business Consultant ✅ SBA T.H.R.I.V.E. Coach (Detroit, MI Cohort – Top 10 Performing Team) ✅ Michigan SBA Small Business Counselor of the Year ✅ Creator of the Becoming Bankable Essentials 12-module training program ✅ Consultant to 6- to 8-figure U.S. business owners across multiple industries ✅ Expert in financial documentation, funding strategy, and lender positioning ⸻ 👉 Ask me about: • Why you’re not getting approved—and what lenders are really seeing • What your P&Ls, bank statements, and projections should look like • How to clean up your financials and get lender-ready in 3–6 months • What funding options make the most sense for your business • How to build a capital access plan lenders can confidently support Let’s get your business the funding it deserves—without guesswork. Ask me a question or book a session with me here on Minnect and let’s dig in.