CEO Of dlsloans.com: Vernon Beckford AKA The Lending Boss - S8E14 (#265)

Welcome to another exciting episode of Boss Uncaged Podcast! In today’s episode, our host S. A. Grant sits down with the remarkable Vernon J. Beckford, CEO of Diversified Lending Solutions. Vernon shares his journey from studying political science at Columbia University to becoming a powerhouse in real estate financing. We'll delve into Vernon's personal milestones, such as his memorable wedding and honeymoon in South Africa, and his pivot from corporate business acquisitions to the influential world of real estate. Listen in as Vernon reflects on the importance of documenting achievements for future generations and shares his love for sailing, a passion he and S.A. Grant both enjoy despite their families' disinterest. We’ll also explore his insightful advice for entrepreneurs considering commercial real estate investments and his unique "3x growth process" for securing financing deals. Discover how Vernon and his partner, Eric, balance their longstanding business relationship, and the creative ventures Vernon has pursued to ensure his daughter sees herself represented in media – including an animated series featuring a black girl with a brown Santa Claus. This episode is packed with wisdom on incremental progress in business, the significance of team-building in real estate, and the critical importance of financial literacy for children. Vernon’s journey is not just about building a career; it’s about leaving a legacy. Tune in for an inspiring conversation filled with actionable insights and compelling stories that show how patience, curiosity, and community commitment can drive monumental success. Vernon is the CEO of Diversified Lending Solutions, a capital advisory firm for small to medium-sized real estate companies. He has more than a decade of experience in investment management, debt, and equity joint ventures, commercial mortgage origination, and distressed loan workouts, having worked with prominent companies before DLS. Vernon is looking to help listeners obtain loans to expand their assets and portfolios. Additionally, he can provide supportive advice to female audiences and minorities. Listen and Subscribe To Boss Uncaged Podcast Here: https://podcast.bossuncaged.com Website: https://www.dlsloans.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vernon-beckford-77ba17/ CEO Of dlsloans.com: Vernon Beckford AKA The Lending Boss - S8E14 (#265) #Finance #Fundraising #Mortgage #RealEstate