July 30, 2025 By Tom Meyer

For many small business owners, growth starts with a single decision: investing in better equipment. Whether it’s updating outdated machinery, adding new technology, or expanding operational capacity, having the right tools may dramatically impact productivity, quality, and long-term profitability.

But there’s a challenge we see all too often. Businesses know what they need, but they’re worried about the cost.

That’s where we come in.

At Centrust Bank, now a division of SmartBiz Bank, we specialize in helping small businesses access SBA loans, a flexible, affordable financing solution designed to support smart, strategic investments without putting a strain on your day-to-day operations.

On a recent segment of The Morning Blend, our Executive Vice President of Community SBA Lending, Tom Meyer, sat down to talk about exactly that: how access to capital, specifically through the SBA program, may help businesses upgrade equipment and position themselves for growth.

Watch the segment:

 

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