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Experienced Marketing Specialist primarily focusing on Digital Strategy and Event Coordination. Jeremy holds a B.S. in Communication Technologies from the University of Wisconsin-Platteville.

Yoav brings to BLP a proven record of leading and integrating marketing solutions for financial products and services. Yoav holds B.S. from the University of Minnesota and an M.S. from Denver Univerity.  

Andrea is our Portfolio Service Specialist and holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Management from Full Sail University. She has worked in various business environments where her professional background comes mostly from the financial industry; focusing on retail sales and customer service.
Andrea supports all aspects of BLP’s mission. Among may other responsibilities, she manages the Matching Grant Program, assists with the maintenance of the BLP Loan Portfolio, and collects data for compliance reports.

Natalie Jaskie has joined Business Lending Partners (BLP) staff as Loan Closer. She brings a wealth of experience in financial aid services, currently with Alverno College as Assistant Director, Financial Aid. With her years of regulatory experience comes superb customer service skills. She holds a Masters of Business Administration degree and a BA degree in print journalism, public relations and marketing. Natalie’s skills and background fit well with the BLP team of professionals.

Patricia Grimm is BLP Portfolio Manager for SBA 504 loans. She opened our Green Bay office in 2018, shortly after joining BLP. She handles servicing actions for SBA 504 clients and handles annual reporting requirements. She believes remarkable customer service is something all our borrowers and lenders deserve.

Thomas Van Gent is a Loan Officer for Business Lending Partners and is a graduate of the University of Wisconsin – Parkside with a B.S. in Business Management. Thomas offers SBA loans throughout the State and revolving loan funds locally. He is part of a team dedicated to excellent customer service and business growth.

Carolyn has been with BLP for over 20 years. Carolyn oversees business operations, various loan programs, screening applicants for eligibility and loan processing. Carolyn brings experience in all areas of finance operations, including loan servicing, closings and reporting functions to various governmental agencies. Carolyn holds a degree in Economics from the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire. Before Business Lending Partners she worked for Fleet Mortgage Corporation in a management position of its Customer Service/Escrow Department.

Jenny Trick is the Executive Director of the Racine County Economic Development Corporation (RCEDC), the parent organization of BLP, and has been with the organization for more than 28 years. Trick has worked in a variety of capacities with RCEDC and BLP including business finance, community development, workforce development, business retention and expansion, business recruitment and currently as the organization’s executive director.

Trick is a graduate of the University of Wisconsin-Parkside with a BA in Economics.