Strategic Growth Partners

Benetrends Financial has been a trusted leader in franchise funding for more than 40 years, helping entrepreneurs secure the capital needed to start, acquire, and grow successful businesses. As an authority in franchise financing, Benetrends offers an innovative, fast, and cost-effective suite of funding solutions, including 401(k) business financing (ROBS), SBA loans, and other customized financing options. Their experienced funding specialists work closely with each client to identify the right funding strategy, making business ownership more accessible while providing ongoing support to help franchisees build long-term success and wealth throughout the life of their business.

CDC Small Business Finance, part of the Momentus Capital family of organizations, is a leading direct SBA lender dedicated to helping entrepreneurs secure the financing they need to achieve business ownership. As a direct lender—not a broker—CDC Small Business Finance streamlines the lending process, reducing fees and helping clients close more quickly. With SBA Preferred Lender (PLP) status, the team can approve loans in-house without requiring SBA review on every file, resulting in a faster, more efficient experience. Every client begins with a comprehensive financial discovery to evaluate eligibility and ensure the financing solution is the right fit before moving forward.

Credit Repair Resources (CRR) is a concierge credit repair firm that has helped consumers improve their credit profiles since 2007 through personalized service, credit education, and proven results. Attorney-owned and operated, CRR provides a complimentary credit review to determine eligibility, then guides clients through a customized credit improvement process that includes disputing inaccurate items and educating them on building a stronger financial future. Flexible service options are available based on each client’s individual needs.

DesignLoud is a web design and digital marketing agency located in Wilmington NC that provides businesses with marketing solutions to help them achieve their goals and look their best online. We offer a wide range of marketing services, including advertising, web design, search engine optimization “SEO”, social media, and more.

Executive Career Partners (ECP) helps professionals, executives, and business leaders successfully navigate career transitions through personalized coaching, strategic career planning, and executive branding. Combining experienced career advisors with innovative technology, ECP provides customized services including executive resume development, LinkedIn optimization, personal branding, interview preparation, career strategy, and proprietary job search management tools. Their comprehensive approach helps clients strengthen their professional presence, expand networking opportunities, and accelerate their path to meaningful career opportunities.

First Financial provides flexible, customized financing solutions designed to help entrepreneurs and business owners access the capital they need to achieve their goals. Backed by extensive experience funding businesses across a wide range of industries, First Financial structures both conventional and complex financing solutions tailored to each client’s unique needs. By offering a comprehensive suite of funding options through a single trusted source, their experienced team simplifies the financing process and works diligently to deliver timely approvals and a seamless client experience.

Fusion Connect is a leading provider of cloud communications and managed services, helping businesses simplify technology so they can focus on growth. The company delivers a full suite of managed solutions—including broadband access, UCaaS, CCaaS, SD-WAN and managed security—all delivered by US-based support teams ready to drive performance, reliability, and customer success.

Guidant Financial helps aspiring and existing business owners secure the funding they need to start, purchase, or grow a business. As a recognized leader in business and franchise financing, Guidant educates clients on their available funding options and develops customized financing strategies tailored to their goals. Their comprehensive solutions include 401(k) business financing (ROBS), SBA loans, unsecured business loans, growth capital, and other business support services. With a consultative approach and experienced funding specialists, Guidant simplifies the financing process and empowers entrepreneurs to confidently pursue business ownership.

Gusto is an all-in-one payroll, benefits, and HR platform that helps franchise operators and growing businesses take care of their teams. With payroll, hiring, onboarding, time tracking, and HR tools in one place, Gusto makes it easier to manage employees across locations, stay compliant, and save time on admin.

IFX-Cloud is a Franchise Management Platform built to help emerging franchise brands scale efficiently and sustainably.

Designed specifically for franchisors managing approximately 10–100 units, the IFX platform combines a suite of integrated management modules with practical franchise growth expertise.

The system centralizes key operational functions including franchise development tracking, onboarding and launch management, financial and royalty reporting, compliance oversight, system-wide communication, training, and performance benchmarking.

LatitudeLearning is a leading Learning Management System (LMS) that helps organizations train employees, franchisees, partners, customers, and suppliers through one scalable, easy-to-use platform. With AI-powered learning, customized learning paths, certification and compliance management, robust reporting, and seamless integrations, LatitudeLearning helps businesses accelerate onboarding, improve training consistency, and drive workforce performance.

LENDZEE is an AI-powered business funding and capital structuring firm that helps entrepreneurs, franchise owners, and growing businesses access customized financing solutions. By combining advanced underwriting technology with personalized advisory support, LENDZEE simplifies the funding process, helping clients navigate complex financing options, strengthen loan readiness, and improve approval outcomes. Whether launching a new venture, acquiring a franchise, or expanding an existing business, LENDZEE provides strategic guidance and tailored capital solutions to help clients achieve their business ownership goals.

Qvinci Software is the leader in franchise financial performance management, helping franchisors improve profitability, compliance, and growth through automated financial data collection, consolidation, and reporting. Its patented technology standardizes franchisee financial data into a brand-defined Standard Chart of Accounts, transforming information from existing accounting systems into real-time dashboards, KPI scorecards, benchmarking, forecasting, and actionable business intelligence. Complemented by bookkeeping, professional services, and a U.S.-based Customer Success team, Qvinci delivers a seamless implementation experience and ongoing support that helps franchise systems improve financial visibility, drive franchisee adoption, and make more informed business decisions.

Raynmaker is an AI-native autonomous sales platform built for small businesses and franchise networks. Powered by its proprietary RaynBrain™ sales engine, it manages the entire sales journey—from first contact to payment—with lifelike, brand-aware AI available 24/7/365. Based in Denver, the company serves more than 30 SMBs and multi-unit franchise operators and is backed by $5 million in seed funding.

Reeder CPA Group specializes in strategic tax planning, accounting, and business advisory services for franchisees and entrepreneurs. They offer system level support, including white-labeled financial education tailored to a brand’s specific candidate pipeline and support that spans the franchisee lifecycle, from first unit launch through multi unit scale.

RESOLUT RE helps franchise brands and franchisees simplify site selection andexpansion across the U.S. and international markets. Through its Point Broker Program,RESOLUT RE provides one centralized real estate relationship while connectingfranchisees with experienced local-market brokers wherever they grow. From marketanalysis and site selection through negotiation and lease execution, clients benefit fromlocal expertise backed by advanced analytics, including demographics, competitormapping, trade-area analysis, and consumer insights. The flexible, plug-and-play modelintegrates easily into a brand’s existing real estate strategy, providing local expertise,sophisticated analytics, and end-to-end real estate support – all with no direct service fee tothe client.

SMB Franchise Advisors helps emerging and established franchise brands grow through expert consulting, proven processes, and industry connections. They guide businesses through franchising, strengthen operations and brand positioning, and equip franchisors with the tools and confidence to compete and scale successfully.

Startup Loans USA specializes in unsecured financing solutions that help entrepreneurs and business owners access the capital they need to start, acquire, or grow a business. With more than 18 years of experience, their funding experts guide clients through every step of the financing process, identifying the best unsecured loan options based on individual needs and goals. From franchise financing and business lines of credit to other unsecured funding solutions, Startup Loans USA provides personalized support and specialized expertise to help clients secure funding with confidence.

Our industry-best franchise consultants bring decades of experience to franchise development and implementation efforts whether you are looking to franchise your business or grow an existing franchise program.

Top2Bottom Business Solutions partners with you and your franchisees to manage bookkeeping processes and payroll. We believe that by supporting your back office, we get your owners out of the office and focused on growing their business and their people. When you equip your franchise with a proven process, you help build a foundation for success and to scale.

V Digital Services® is a full-service digital marketing agency and Certified Premier Google Partner, helping businesses of all sizes—from emerging brands to national franchisors—grow through data-driven marketing strategies. Combining localized market expertise with enterprise-level digital solutions, their team delivers end-to-end services that increase brand visibility, generate qualified leads, and drive measurable ROI.