At Forward, we know that a great team is key for any successful business. That’s why we’re so excited to share this customer story from Kevin Shea, owner of Kevin Edward Gentleman’s Barbershop in Old Saybrook, CT. Read about how revenue-based financing from Forward allowed Kevin to hire top-notch talent for his barbershop to continue growing his team while keeping customers happy. https://lnkd.in/epuy37kD #ForwardFinancing #RevenueBasedFinancing #CustomerStory #SmallBusinessOwners
Forward Financing
Financial Services
Boston, Massachusetts 7,905 followers
A trusted source of fast, flexible funding for small businesses.
About us
Forward Financing is a Boston-based financial technology company that provides fast, flexible capital to small businesses nationwide that have been long underserved by traditional financing options. Forward offers revenue-based financing – delivering an upfront sum of working capital in exchange for a fixed percentage of the business’s future revenue. By simplifying the requirements, streamlining the process, and using advanced proprietary technology, Forward is able to deliver approvals within minutes and funding within hours — giving more businesses the financial opportunity they need to thrive. Plus, with their dedicated teams and award-winning service, customers get personalized support when they need it most. Since 2012, Forward has expanded Main Street’s access to capital by providing over $2.8 billion in funding to more than 61,000 small businesses. The company is A+ rated by the Better Business Bureau, with an Excellent / 4.8 stars rating on Trustpilot.com. Forward is also recognized as a Best Place to Work by the Boston Business Journal and Built In Boston, certified as a Great Place to Work®, and is committed to helping their people and the small businesses they serve to achieve their full potential. Talent Network: https://www.forwardfinancing.com/talent-network/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/forward_financing/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/forwardfinancing Twitter: https://twitter.com/FWD_Financing
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https://www.forwardfinancing.com
External link for Forward Financing
- Industry
- Financial Services
- Company size
- 201-500 employees
- Headquarters
- Boston, Massachusetts
- Type
- Privately Held
- Founded
- 2012
- Specialties
- Working Capital, Business Funding, and fintech
Locations
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Primary
53 State St
20th Floor
Boston, Massachusetts 02109, US
Employees at Forward Financing
Updates
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Forward is thrilled to welcome Val G. as our new Chief Commercial Officer! 🎉 Val brings an impressive background in entrepreneurship and innovation to our team. He will lead Forward’s Sales teams, including New Sales, Renewal Sales, Business Development, and Sales Operations. Welcome aboard, Val! Learn more about Val: https://lnkd.in/eEXQ_-zB #ForwardFinancing #Leadership #Team #BusinessGrowth
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We are proud to announce Forward has been named one of the largest fintech companies in Massachusetts by the Boston Business Journal (BBJ), who ranked the companies by their total number of Massachusetts employees. Forward secured the #3 spot on the list of 14 companies, showcasing its significant presence in the state. We are dedicated to cultivating a top-tier workforce, always prioritizing sourcing and recruiting new local talent. To read more and see the full list, visit: https://lnkd.in/erXPQeWn #ForwardFinancing #Fintech #RevenueBasedFinancing #Business
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We’re so excited to share the Boston Business Journal’s Partners with a Purpose article highlighting our partnership with the Initiative for a Competitive Inner City (ICIC)! Partners with a Purpose is the BBJ’s monthly editorial feature spotlighting effective and unique partnerships between businesses and nonprofits. Forward’s mission to expand access to capital for small businesses underserved by traditional financing options is closely aligned with ICIC’s vision to drive inclusive economic prosperity in under-resourced communities. Together, we’re working to help educate small business owners who need it most and close the capital-access gap. Read the BBJ article about our partnership with ICIC: https://lnkd.in/eymJ4Pev #ForwardFinancing #Partnership #BusinessGrowth #SmallBusinesses
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🇺🇸 Happy Fourth of July! Forward is closed today to celebrate Independence Day and allow our team to enjoy the festivities with their families. Wishing everyone a happy and safe holiday! #ForwardFinancing #IndependenceDay #July4th
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Don’t forget! There’s still time to apply for our partnership program with the Initiative for a Competitive Inner City (ICIC), a Boston-based nonprofit, that provides our customers tuition-free, executive education. Inner City Capital Connections (ICCC) is a tuition-free executive education program designed to help small business owners build sustainable growth strategies. And, Forward customers who complete the program may be eligible for a $1,000 reduction on their current or next round of funding with us! Learn more about this unique opportunity and apply today! https://lnkd.in/gYeswaH #ForwardFinancing #BusinessOwners #Partnerships #ProfessionalDevelopment
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Want to learn more about revenue-based financing from Forward? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. Head to our FAQ page to learn more about who we are, what we do, and how revenue-based financing is uniquely designed to support small businesses. Get answers to Frequently Asked Questions: forwardfinancing.com/faqs #ForwardFinancing #RevenueBasedFinancing #SmallBusinessOwners #Capital
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We’re invested in our customers’ success beyond just providing financing. Our support teams are just a phone call away to help customers navigate the funding process and help their small businesses succeed. Have we mentioned our people are pretty awesome too? Our award-winning team has helped us earn ~3,000 five-star reviews and a 4.8 Trustpilot rating. Learn more about what makes us different: https://lnkd.in/d6u7qJiH #ForwardFinancing #RevenueBasedFinancing #SmallBusiness #Funding
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At Forward, our passion for learning and development truly stands out! Last week, our Manager of Business Intelligence, Ben Pankin, and Lead Data Analyst, Abderrahim Hajji, hosted an engaging Learning Loop session. They provided the Forward team with an in-depth overview of our company’s funnel operations, highlighting how each team can make a positive impact. Learning Loop is Forward’s internal educational series that brings together team members from across the organization to explore different aspects of the Forward story. These sessions aim to enhance our collective understanding of the business and the various roles that drive our success. A big shout-out to our fantastic presenters for making this session unforgettable! Your insights and dedication are truly appreciated. Thanks, Ben and Rahim! #ForwardFinancing #RevenueBasedFinancing #Team #Learning #Development
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Hearing our customers success stories always brings joy to our Forward team! Especially those so passionate about what they do, like Pete Hodge, who started his auto body shop at just 18 and has since operated for 34 years. Read more on how Pete revved up success for his business after receiving revenue-based financing from Forward and experienced an increase in revenue by 25%. https://lnkd.in/eJSJ7nc2 #ForwardFinancing #RevenueBasedFinancing #SmallBusinesses #CustomerStory #BusinessGrowth
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