Reviews of Colorado Enterprise Fund (Loan Agency)

Larry Aubrecht

This is the second year that Andy Hesch has come out to go through with me where we are as a business and discuss points that we need to address a company for us to move ahead into a sustainable profitable business. His advise is always right on.

Megan McMaster

Anne and Renee and everyone at the Colorado enterprise fund is great! Made my dreams of opening Gravity Aerial Arts a reality! Just barely 3 months in and were doing great thanks to the support we received from CEF!

Gentry Dunlop

Wonderful. Just the right amount of assistance at just the right time.

James Hopkins

Professional, efficient, a friend to small business.

Abdullahi Shongolo

I would Definitely recommend people to this place. Simply because they are very easy and professional people to work with and way easier than the traditional lending Companies or Banks..

Reanna Werner

I am still amazed! CEF helped me secure funding for my new business in April. During the loan process, the staff was helpful and very efficient. When I closed on my loan is when the real value became evident. Not only do they assist with funding, but they provide business services to support success within my small business. My business advisor, Andy, has been so very helpful in providing guidance and ensuring that I have all necessary resources available, so my business can thrive.

Amy Dickerson

An awesome resource for any small business looking to start up, grow and help our area become an even greater place!

Angels Advocate

We wouldn't be where we are today if it wasn't for the help of Colorado Enterprise Fund and their believing in me and my dream.

David Cohen

I have a had a great experience with CEF. It wasn't possible for me to get a loan through a convention business because of how long I had been in business. CEF loaned to help me grow my business quickly. I'm excited to keep working with them.

Beth Johnston

The staff at Colorado Enterprise Fund are personable, professional, and kind. They have supported my business twice now and I would highly recommend them to anyone looking for support as you make your dreams a reality.

Jennifer Bonis

I have read the reviews. CEF has its pros and cons. If you're in a pinch and have ability to see what you will need for business in 2 months, it works. The process is time-consuming. Build that relationship as CEF can be your partner in financially supporting your business. When filling out the application, make sure you understand your financials. Remember, this entity is like a bank. They fund those that cannot get commercial lines of credit. Our approach was to use CEF initially, and fly on our own within the next 2 years. We needed to build credit scores. During the funding process, try to be patient! The interest runs 8-12%. They will give you 3 years to pay it back monthly.

Nara Gregorio

I can’t thank enough everyone at this organization. CEF was the only place who believed in my purpose and goal, and gave me a chance to start my own business. I have been telling all my friends about CEF. And, they have great people to guide you through your journey, I have been getting consultations from business and financial advisors. They totally understand your situation and they are here to help you to succeed! So glad I found them :)

leatherneck Precision Machine

Awsome group to work with. thanks for helping my business grow.

Ron Burnett

CEF has been an exceptional partner in assisting Colorado's small business community. The entire Team operates symphonically in providing the right resources to help small businesses be successful. If you're in need of a staunch supporting cast, look no further, CEF is here to help...thanks CEF.

Matt Florian

My company has worked with CEF over the past 2 years. Their support as we have been building our software has been invaluable. Without them, we would definitely have struggled to be where we are today. Matt Florian Eris Enterprise, makers of Eris Unleashed Conference Engagement Platform

Amy Willard

Excellent! They are a source of funding when I could not get any from the banks.

Cynthia Scott

This program has really helped our business to grow It had given us the freedom to do what needed to be done without worry

Hani Al Kaabi

Wonderful experience, nice process, nice people and certainly helpful.

Rachel La Grandeur

Amazing organization! We used them for funding inventory for our business. This funding has allowed us to double our income in the first 6 months of 2018! As a young business, 3 years, it was hard to get funding from a traditional bank. CEF treated us great and made the process easy to understand. Thank you, thank you! We are onto bigger things!

Ryan Estes

I wanted to take a brief moment to express my gratitude for your program. In particular I would like to recognize Stefanie Fox and Renee Vander Veer for their expertise and guidance through the process. Their communication was super speedy and they were always patient with my frequent questions. The terms of the agreement were fair and well explained to me. I am fortunate to have a large network of entrepreneurs in Denver. I will be happily recommending Colorado Enterprise Fund. Thank you for your commitment to small business in Colorado. You have a wonderful team. Kind regards, Ryan

Dena King

Everyone has been very helpful! Would highly recommend!

Alex Gore

They were great to work with. As a new business a couple years ago they helped us out when no one else would.

Jamie Mcclung

This place rocks, they helped me out when I needed it and exceeded my expectations! Great business

Kevin Griffis

What a great group to work with!!! CEF was able to fund my foundling small business and give us the cash we needed to get things rolling. Only two months running, but we are very busy and seeing significant growth already. We couldn't have done it without the great people at CEF. You folks are AWESOME!!

Brandi Paik

CEF exists to support small business. They have amazing resources. They really go above & beyond!

Kira Leedom

I am a small business owner in Colorado and I can't recommend Colorado Enterprise Fund (CEF) enough. They have worked with me from day one to do everything they can to help my business continue to grow and improve. When I obtained my small business loan from CEF, I was allowed access to free business consulting from experienced professionals. Jason Jacksack's business expertise, professionalism and kindness has been invaluable for my confidence in making tough financial and managerial decisions for my business. Additionally, I have received business legal advise that I knew I needed, but I couldn't afford as a small business owner. Thank you!

Amy

UPDATED - MAY 2019 Unfortunately my business failed and I had to shut it down. I secured the loan to my house, which was a dumb move on my part. Once I decided to shut down my business, I immediately informed CEF and they connected me with a retired banker named Bob. Bob apparently is the "loan collector" who deals with business owners who need to restructure their loan payback. At our meeting, he told my husband and I that he had the power to make the loan payback decisions. So, essentially however long we'd need interest only payments would be OKAY. I wish I would have recorded our conversation when we met face to face because 6-months later he DENIED everything.... more below... At our face to face meeting, he assured me that CEF would work with me until I got my life situated. He told BOTH my husband and I that CEF would do interest only payments for a year, do a re-check after 6-months, then extend interest only for another 6-months if needed. Well, almost 6-months passed and he had ZERO recollection that he told us he'd extend interest only for a year. We were paying $350 per month interest while we got back on our feet. At the 6-month re-check I thought we had at least another 6-months left of interest only payments. Instead, he said we had to start making regular payments ($1200+). This means we would lose our house. He did not care and denied his 1 year promise to us. He lied to our faces and that's NOT okay! He claims none of this was "in his notes..." He said he talked to a lot of people and didn't recall saying anything about interest only for more than 6-months ... another dumb move on my part for not getting that in writing. Additionally, CEF is incredibly disorganized. They billed me on different dates each month for almost a year and once I paid the loan in full (thanks to a family member stepping in so I wouldn't lose my house), they CONTINUED charging my account without my permission. Now I have to go close the account to make sure they cannot take another dime from my account. Overall, 2 stars for CEF helping CO start-ups. If you succeed, AWESOME, you don't have to go through the torture that I went through. However, if your business fails then BEWARE of the consequences and get everything in writing! ------------------- Thanks to Colorado Enterprise Fund, I am able to follow my dreams and expand ENRGi Fitness to Colorado! Everyone is extremely helpful and it's evident that the CEF team is very passionate about what they do. Thank you for believing in us!! We cannot wait to start transforming lives and keeping people healthy and fit throughout Colorado :)

Brian Sump

Amazing company. Lended to our company twice when no other banks would. Upstanding and helpful!

Mind Body Spa

Great people to work with and great business resources to help you grow and succeed! I highly recommend CEF!!

Organic Roots Catering

Colorado Enterprise Fund helped us fund our newest business venture, but the BEST thing is their assistance along the way with resources from accounting to marketing and more. They genuinely want to help you succeed and offer help that is invaluable--way above and beyond just granting you a loan. We would recommend CEF to anyone looking to fund their big idea! Special thanks to Robert Anderson for your help!

Shelly Beyerle

CEF is a fantastic organization. They have made it possible for us to level up our business growth. Robert Andrerson has been an instrumental tool in advising our next moves as a growing business. I highly recommend them to small business owners who need funding for their next moves.

Dianne Stayton

This is a great way for start ups to get funding.

Ryan Enriquez

As a small business owner I would highly recommend the services of Colorado Enterprise Fund. Everyone is great to work with and they make the process straightforward and streamlined. Thanks CEF!