Excel Nat'l Bank Named Nation's #1 Rural Business Lender

BEVERLY HILLS, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Excel National Bank in Beverly Hills has been recognized as the nation’s number one lender to businesses in rural communities. USDA Rural Development cited Excel’s “exceptional record” of more than $80 million in loans designed to help improve the economic and environmental climate for those conducting business outside of urban areas (cities or towns with fewer than 50,000 people). Under the leadership of President and CEO Brian D. Carlson, who was recently named one of the Coleman Report’s 20 most influential leaders in Small Business Administration (SBA) lending, Excel National Bank has earned national attention for specializing in this niche.

“Our team of lenders works hard to meet the specialized needs of this clientele and this distinction validates those efforts.”

“We’re delighted to receive this latest recognition that acknowledges our commitment to clients conducting business in rural areas,” said Carlson. “Our team of lenders works hard to meet the specialized needs of this clientele and this distinction validates those efforts.”

Added Charles M.Clendenin, business & cooperative program director for USDA Rural Development, “Excel’s strong and experienced team of lenders offers an unparalleled level of service to those qualifying for this important program. We wish them continued success.”

Borrowers, who include corporations, partnerships and individuals representing both for profit and nonprofits, oftentimes use the loans to expand their businesses by purchasing necessary equipment, developing land and creating job opportunities.

Excel National Bank has been recognized as a leader in banking in terms of safety, strength and performance. It was recently named among the Top 5 banks in the nation (out of 655 institutions) by the Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA) and was awarded “Super Premier” status – the highest honor granted -- by The Findley Reports, a nationally recognized bank research and rating firm. Excel offers a full range of services including commercial real estate loans, construction loans, business lending and comprehensive retail banking services. Its primary strength is its ability to help clients quickly and efficiently navigate through the complex SBA lending process.

Headquartered in Beverly Hills, Excel National Bank maintains offices in Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, Sacramento, San Bernardino and Fresno. Its out-of-state offices are in Chicago, Phoenix, AZ and Bellevue, WA. For more information, call (888) 392-5265 or visit www.bankexcel.com.