Ron Ernst

Background

About Ron Ernst

I am a results-oriented professional with a passion for lending and helping businesses grow. I have a proven track record of success in raising capital, negotiating deals, and managing teams. I am also a skilled coach and volunteer. I have held several senior positions and been a founder. These experiences have allowed me to gain a significant amount of experience in evaluating growth opportunities and acquisitions. I have raised capital to start a company and negotiated several follow-on rounds. I eventually managed the sale process to the best strategic and financial fit for our investors and employees. I also led lending teams through several mergers. Additionally, I have led and advised several acquisition opportunities. I have worked closely with banking regulators to help them gain a better understanding for our business and to secure clear parameters for executing our plan and maximizing our opportunities within their expectations. In addition to my lending experience, I have structured loans and managed equity investments in a diverse portfolio of companies across a multitude of industries and at all stages of their life cycle. This experience has given me a well-rounded understanding of the challenges companies face and the goals they are working toward. I am passionate about working with and finding solutions companies. I enjoy putting myself in their shoes and truly understanding their needs. Outside of work, I am an avid coach and volunteer. For the past several years, I have assisted in coaching the Cross-Country, Track, and Soccer teams at Westmont High School.