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# A Trusted Lending Partner
We've helped thousands of U.S. manufacturing businesses grow with quick, trusted financing for their equipment
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# A Trusted Lending Partner
We've helped thousands of U.S. manufacturing businesses grow with quick, trusted financing for their equipment
[Get in Touch](https://contendcapital.com/about-us#contact)
## About us
Contend Capital was founded by partners Jesse Klaucke, CPA, and Greg Paldino in Tampa, Florida. Through its unique private lending model, Contend Capital takes pride in extending some of the lowest rate equipment financing and longest terms to manufacturers of all sizes.
From startups to Fortune 500 companies, Contend has quickly emerged as the top-rated equipment lender for manufacturers nationwide and the vendors who support them.
[**MORE ABOUT JESSE**](https://www.linkedin.com/in/jhklaucke/)
[**MORE ABOUT GREG**](https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregpaldino/)
2018 Year Founded
$500M+ Funds Delivered
3,200+ Businesses Funded
2018 Year Founded
500M+ FUNDS DELIVERED
1,800+ BUSINESSES FUNDED
### Made in America
Fueled by innovation, determination, and an unyielding spirit: America is flexing its manufacturing muscle like never before. Contend Capital is honored to help American manufacturers grow their businesses with the best machine financing,
TESTIMONIALS
### See why we're top ranked
Consistently ranked as the best equipment lender for manufacturing and industrial businesses nationwide, Contend Capital offers simple, hassle-free equipment financing at market-leading rates.
TESTIMONIALS
### See why we're top ranked
Consistently ranked as the best equipment lender for manufacturing and industrial businesses nationwide, Contend Capital offers simple, hassle-free equipment financing at market-leading rates.
[Apply Now](https://contendcapital.com/archive?hsLang=en)
PAUL WEST
A1 FACE VENEER
Paul West of A1 Face Veneer outlines the importance of working with a manufacturing specialist when financing equipment
LEO VALDES
BAY CNC
Leo of Bay CNC describes his experience when financing his machine with Contend Capital.
CHAD LUGINBUHL
CENTURN MACHINE
Chad Luginbuhl, owner of Centurn Machine, describes his experience when financing equipment with Contend Capital.
MARIA WEST
A1 FACE VENEER
Maria West of A1 Face Veneer describes their company's journey from outsourcing to bringing manufacturing processes in house through the financing of new equipment.
STEVE GENTLE
ABLE MACHINE TOOL
Steve Gentle of ABLE Machine Tool describes why Jesse at Contend Capital has been a trustworthy and valuable resource for his customers.
DALE SALLER
ALLEGHENY MACHINE TOOL
Dale Saller, Sales Engineer for Allegheny Machine Tool, emphasizes the importance of supporting the small machine shops within American manufacturing.
JOHN CONTURO
CONTURO PROTOTYPING
John Conturo of Conturo Prototyping describes his experience when financing several machines with Contend Capital.
PAUL WEST
A1 FACE VENEER
LEO VALDES
BAY CNC
CHAD LUGINBUHL
CENTURN MACHINE
MARIA WEST
A1 FACE VENEER
STEVE GENTLE
ABLE MACHINE TOOL
DALE SALLER
ALLEGHENY MACHINE TOOL
JOHN CONTURO
CONTURO PROTOTYPING
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### Apply Online
Complete a 2-minute online application requesting basic business & owner information.
### Get Approved
Receive an approval outlining your business's terms and payment options.
### Sign Documents
Within hours, the finance agreement will be received for review and signature.
### Get Financing
Funds are disbursed to you for your equipment and the transaction is finalized.
CONTURO PROTOTYPING
### John Conturo
“It’s just so easy to work with you guys, so quick to get everything done. You guys understand the industry, so you know what we’re talking about when we’re talking about all these deals and all the nuances of them. The customer support has been amazing. It’s a huge help just having that partner that we could rely on.” 
A1 FACE VENEER
### Paul West
"Most manufacturers, when we determine that we need something, we usually needed it yesterday. So the speed with which you were able to provide a “yes” for us was exciting. The other thing that was super is that you guys are experienced with dealing with all the machine companies we all deal with. There aren’t too many people that make beam saws, and there aren’t too many people that make woodworking CNCs, but you work with them all, and I think that made it easy”. 
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### Let's grow together
We strive to provide world-class service and serve as trusted advisors for our clients and partners. Based on your company’s needs, contact the appropriate department, and we’ll be ready to answer any questions you may have.
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**Disclaimer:** Rates and terms may vary based on borrower creditworthiness and are subject to change. Confirmation of approval and terms are subject to the completion of a standard credit review and approval process.
\* Equipment loans available up to $50 million; however, loan requests above $750K require full financial disclosure (tax returns or audited financial statements).
\* Interest rates are determined on a risk-adjusted basis. Interest rate assumes an established business with comparable borrowing and excellent credit history.
Industries
- [Machine Tool](https://contendcapital.com/machine-tool-financing)
- [Metal Fabrication](https://contendcapital.com/metal-fabrication-financing)
- [Woodworking](https://contendcapital.com/woodworking-equipment-financing)
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