Small businesses are the backbone of the U.S. economy, yet millions struggle to access timely capital through traditional banks. This gap has created a rapidly growing private lending market where investors can participate in financing real operating businesses while potentially earning attractive income. This webinar will explore how revenue-based financing and private lending models are providing capital to small businesses while offering investors access to an alternative income strategy that is not directly tied to the volatility of traditional markets.

During this educational session, we will break down how the small business financing market works, why private capital is increasingly filling the funding gap left by banks, and how investors can participate in this asset class through structured lending programs.

In this webinar you will learn:

• The size and growth of the U.S. small business financing market
• Why traditional banks are lending less to small businesses—and what has replaced them
• How revenue-based financing works and how it differs from traditional loans
• How private lending structures are designed to generate investor income
• Key risks, safeguards, and considerations investors should understand
• How self-directed IRA investors can access alternative lending opportunities

This session is designed for investors looking to better understand private lending and explore how financing small businesses may play a role in a diversified alternative investment strategy.

Gary Menzies brings more than 40 years of experience in finance, real estate, and entrepreneurial ventures to his role as Chief Operating Officer of Propellus Inc. Throughout his career, he has founded and led companies in wealth management, commercial finance, real estate development, aviation services, and agriculture. His expertise lies in building organizations that connect capital with opportunity, a vision that aligns directly with Propellus’ mission of providing innovative revenue-based financing solutions to small and mid-sized businesses. Mr. Menzies previously held designations as a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®), Registered Investment Advisor (RIA), and maintained FINRA securities registrations, advising high-net-worth individuals and business owners on investment, growth, and succession strategies. He also founded and served as principal of GM Financial Group and Liberty Wealth Management, where he specialized in customized financial planning and investment management solutions. At Propellus, he oversees operations, strategy, and investor relations, drawing on his deep background in capital markets, regulatory compliance, and business building to help scale the company’s funding platform. His hands-on leadership and multidisciplinary expertise ensure that Propellus maintains operational excellence while delivering strong value to investors and clients.