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Who We Are

Shield Funding is the brand name owned and operated by Ascendancy Corp., a New York-based corporation operating in all 50 U.S. states—except in California, where we’re technically Ascendancy Corp. West. (We just thought Shield Funding had a better ring to it than Ascendancy Corp.!) In California, and for any business loans involving California-based companies, we operate as Ascendancy Corp. West, a California-registered foreign entity. Our original name wasn’t available in California, so we took on the “West” moniker due to state-specific requirements. This structure complies with regulations set forth by the California Department of Financial Protection and Innovation (DFPI) under the California Finance Lenders Law. Both Ascendancy Corp. and Ascendancy Corp. West strictly adhere to business loan brokering laws and regulations across all 50 states.

With an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau and hundreds of 5-star reviews, Shield Funding has become a go-to partner for tens of thousands of businesses across the United States. Our top priority is to deliver instant funding options and white-glove service that’s second to none. Whether you’re a small shop or a large corporation, we can help you secure working capital quickly for virtually any type of project.

Shield Funding is a trusted resource created to help small and medium-sized businesses access the funding they need to grow. Since 2008, we’ve been connecting business owners with fast and flexible financing solutions by streamlining the process and removing unnecessary barriers. We match your business financing needs with the strongest fitting lenders in the marketplace, ensuring you get the best possible options for your situation.

Our team provides personalized guidance and leverages seasoned industry experience to act as a conduit between the business owner and their preferred direct lender. We work to ensure a successful relationship across the board—bridging the gap between clients and funding partners for a seamless, results-driven process.

2008

Founded Date

50,000+

Businesses Funded

5 Billion+

US Dollars Secured

Business Funding
The Right Way

We help business owners secure the business loan that fits their needs. We have more than a decade of experience and a large portfolio of funding resources. This allows business owners to secure fast business loans, sometimes in the same day.

Find Your Direct
Loan Source

We match your business with the strongest funding options in the entire alternative business loan marketplace, ensuring you get the best possible and most competitive options available. Our team of experts work with you to select the ideal loan option.

The Faces Behind

Our Success

Meet our Amazing Management Team

We Couldn’t Do It Without Them

Sam Baitz

Founder & CEO

Chris Mathews

CTO

Allegra Mathews

VP OF Marketing

Shana Kahn

Underwriting Manager

Meet our Amazing Sales Team

We Couldn’t Do It Without Them

Eli Miller

Business Loan Expert

Eli has spent a decade in business funding, and when he’s not working you’ll usually find him with a book.

Ben Ross

Business Loan Expert

With over ten years in the business, Ben has helped countless owners get the funding they needed to grow.

Sol Fried

Business Loan Expert

Sol loves matching entrepreneurs with financing that actually fits what they’re trying to do.

Moe Cooper

Business Loan Expert

Moe walks small business owners through funding step by step, so the process never feels overwhelming.

Daniel Brown

Business Loan Expert

Daniel pairs sharp financial instincts with a calm, steady approach to finding the right loan.

David Smith

Business Loan Expert

David has a knack for finding funding options others miss, helping businesses hit their next milestone.

Abe Gold

Business Loan Expert

Abe knows the industry inside out and always puts the client first.

Joseph Green

Business Loan Expert

Joseph gets a kick out of helping entrepreneurs turn a good opportunity into real growth.

Aron Levy

Business Loan Expert

Aron keeps funding honest and simple, the way business owners always wished it worked.

Carine Baker

Business Loan Expert

Carine genuinely cares about her clients and builds real relationships, not just transactions.

Jo Marks

Business Loan Expert

Jo runs our Pennsylvania office and is all about fast funding and clients who stick around for years.

Dominick Nicolosi

Business Loan Expert

Dominick won’t settle for okay financing, he wants the kind that actually moves a company forward.

Justin Guzman

Business Loan Expert

Justin keeps things clear and always follows up, so clients are never left wondering.

Sal Salamone

Business Loan Expert

Sal lives by a let’s-find-a-way attitude that turns tricky financing situations into deals that close.

Avi Koth

Business Loan Expert

Avi moves fast and keeps things smooth, so funding never becomes a headache.

Nick Robinson

Business Loan Expert

Nick is honest, patient, and genuinely invested in the people he works with.

Miles Ford

Business Loan Expert

Miles keeps clients in the loop and follows through until the funding is done, no chasing required.

Jordan Carr

Business Loan Expert

Jordan helps owners land the right funding without the runaround, just straight talk.

Scott Davis

Business Loan Expert

Scott is the type who keeps digging for a solution until the client’s goal is met.

Bella Weiss

Business Loan Expert

Bella tailors funding to each client and earns their trust along the way.

Moe Baitz

Business Loan Expert

Moe makes financing quick and easy for owners who don’t have time to spare.

Rachel Stone

Business Loan Expert

Rachel breaks financing down clearly, so her clients feel sure about every decision.

Ryan Parker

Business Loan Expert

Ryan stays simple and upfront from the first call to the last.

Samantha Sampson

Business Loan Expert

Samantha is warm, quick to respond, and catches the details others miss.

Ben Fox

Business Loan Expert

Ben takes his time guiding owners through funding, never rushing them.

Ashley Park

Business Loan Expert

Ashley brings real warmth to her work and makes every client feel at ease.

Judah Miller

Business Loan Expert

Judah is in it for the long haul, building relationships that last on trust.

Howard Bass

Business Loan Expert

Howard builds strong relationships and comes up with funding ideas others wouldn’t think of.

Sofia Hayes

Business Loan Expert

Sofia is warm with her clients and careful with the details.

Orlando Vasquez

Senior Funding Supervisor

Nearly a decade of experience delivering tailored financing solutions.

Mari Abe

Business Loan Expert

Mari gives thoughtful advice and never puts pressure on the people she works with.

Jonathan Solis

Business Loan Expert

Jonathan is great at turning tough situations into long-term wins for his clients.

Aaron Smith

Business Loan Expert

Aaron gets to the point, stays honest, and delivers results.

Jay Busani

Business Loan Expert

Jay is quick to respond and keeps his clients in the loop every step of the way.

Evan Parker

Business Loan Expert

Evan makes the whole funding process feel surprisingly easy.

Michael Wenger

Business Loan Expert

Michael stays calm under pressure and is someone clients know they can rely on.

Levi Hersh

Business Loan Expert

Levi rolls up his sleeves and focuses on funding that helps a business grow.

Alan Clark

Business Loan Expert

Alan tells it straight and helps owners weigh their financing options honestly.

Benjamin Thomas

Business Loan Expert

Benjamin takes the hassle out of funding and always comes through.

Noah Hernando

Business Loan Expert

Noah listens first and only then suggests the funding that makes sense.

David Zane

Business Loan Expert

David is easy to talk to and never piles on the pressure.

Ethan Reid

Business Loan Expert

Ethan helps businesses grow by giving them honest advice, even when it’s not what they hoped to hear.

Mitch Green

Business Loan Expert

Mitch is simple and dependable to work with, with no surprises.

Chanel Howard

Business Loan Expert

Chanel explains financing in plain terms and leaves clients feeling confident.

David Miller

Business Loan Expert

David sticks with his clients for the long haul as their business grows.

Phil Simons

Business Loan Expert

Phil gives it to you straight and walks owners through their options.

Ron White

Business Loan Expert

Ron moves quickly and takes the complexity out of funding.

Ray Balkany

Business Loan Expert

Ray sweats the details and is genuinely easy to work with.

Get Started on Your Small
Business Loan

Looking for fast business funding without the hassle? Work with a direct lender for same-day funding! Avoid endless calls and broker fees. Apply now and get funded as fast as today!