Nimi Natan, President and CEO of Gulf Coast Small Business Lending, discusses what entrepreneurs need to know about financing in today's economic environment. Drawing on his experience as both a business owner and lender, he shares insights on inflation, lending decisions, AI in finance, and the qualities that make small businesses successful. The conversation explores why capital remains available, why sustainable growth matters, and why he remains optimistic about the future of entrepreneurship.

In this episode of Beyond the Bank, Katie Newman, CEO of High Point Healthcare Real Estate, explores the growing crisis facing rural hospitals across America and the innovative financing models helping keep them alive. From alternative funding structures to proactive healthcare development strategies, Newman shares how creative partnerships and community-focused investment can help preserve critical healthcare access in underserved regions.

Tonje Bakang explains why most corporate events fail to deliver real business results and how guest intelligence can change that. She shares how Moots uses AI to predict outcomes, improve event design, and create meaningful connections. This episode explores the future of events, community, and what companies need to do to make in-person experiences truly valuable.