Month: October 2025

MBFS Quick Hits: Azra Samiee and Mark Go Deep On NYC

Guest: Azra Samiee Insights on New York City travel by Credit Union Conversations host Mark Ritter and guest Azra Samiee reveal authentic experiences beyond typical tourist attractions. In this engaging episode, Mark shares his journey from small-town Pennsylvania to becoming a NYC enthusiast, while Azra, a 13-year Brooklyn resident, offers insider recommendations. Discover Brooklyn neighborhoods […]

It’s A Sunny Day At Sun East With Erik Harwood

Guest: ERIK HARWOOD Credit union lending strategies take center stage as host Mark Ritter of Credit Union Conversations welcomes Erik Harwood from Sun East Federal Credit Union. Erik shares insights on navigating today’s commercial lending landscape and adapting to the normalized liquidity management environment of 2025. The conversation explores innovative residential mortgage lending programs, including […]

MBFS Quick Hits: Azra Samiee on Inclusiv’s Small Business Capital Initiative Training

Guest: Azra Samiee Azra and Mark introduce Inclusiv’s new business lending program for credit unions in New York state. IN THIS EPISODE: KEY TAKEAWAYS: RESOURCE LINKS: Mark Ritter WebsiteMark Ritter – LinkedInAzra Samiee – LinkedInSmall Business | Inclusiv Mark Ritter is the CEO of MBFS and an expert in credit unions and business lending. His primary […]

Funding the Businesses That Feed America with Phil Love

Guest: PHIL LOVE “We don’t do agricultural lending.” That’s the common phrase uttered across America, but why? Phil Love, the leader of Pactola, and Mark Ritter delve into the benefits of agricultural lending, how to approach it, and the advantages for lenders. IN THIS EPISODE: KEY TAKEAWAYS: RESOURCE LINKS: Mark Ritter WebsiteMark Ritter – LinkedInPactola […]