05 FINANCE |Get your next business loan online: TODAY! w/John Lane, Congressional Bank
John Lane, Founder and Vice Chairman of Congressional bank, explains how innovations in technology-enabled lending are allowing business owners to access capital in record time, with less hassle and paperwork than a traditional small business loan. Learn how to leverage lenders like OnDeck, Lending Club, Prosper, and others to get the business loan you need approved in minutes, and funded in as little as one business day.
About John Lane:
John Lane was one of the original founding board members of Congressional Bank and has been instrumental in the growth of the organization. John served as the first President and Chief Executive Officer of Congressional Bank from 2003 through 2013. John continues to serve on the board as Vice Chairman and works with the bank to assist in sales and strategic matters. Mr. Lane was born and raised in Lufkin, Texas and attended Texas A&M University (BA) and Steven F. Austin University (MBA).
02 FINANCE | Year-end Tax Savings: Don’t miss out! w/Michael Johnson, Clear Path Advisors
Michael Johnson, CEO of Clear Path Advisors, brings his 29+ years of tax experience as a special guest on year-end tax planning.
Michael shares a story of how one business owner saved $120k in taxes through strategic tax accounting, and uncovers some areas of the tax code that can save you money before the end of the year.
About Michael Johnson
Michael Johnson is an Enrolled Agent, Accredited Tax Preparer and Certified EMyth Business Coach. He prepares 300 tax returns per year, and has over 29 years in the tax business. Michael has a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration and is a Fellow of the National Tax Practice Institute. Michael does business, corporate, individual, and farm taxes.
Enrolled agents (EAs) are America's Tax Experts. EAs are the only federally licensed tax practitioners who specialize in taxation and also have unlimited rights to represent taxpayers before the IRS.
The ATP is a leading national credential for tax practitioners who have a thorough knowledge of the existing tax code and the preparation of individual tax returns with an expertise in comprehensive 1040 issues including supporting schedules, self-employed returns, and ethics.