Business Lending, Without the Hassle
Helping You Secure the Funding You Deserve
SWFL Business Magazine has proudly partnered with direct lenders to help business owners across Southwest Florida achieve their goals through access to reliable working capital.
Our founder, with over a decade of experience in business lending, continues to actively assist entrepreneurs in securing the funding they need to grow, expand, or stabilize their businesses. This hands-on expertise ensures that our magazine isn’t just about connecting business minds—but also about providing real solutions that fuel success.
At SWFL Business Magazine, we believe in going beyond promotion. We’re here to equip local businesses with the tools, resources, and capital they need to thrive.
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FAST CAPITAL
$1,000 to $500,000+
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SBA / BANK
Nationwide Financing
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EQUIPMENT
0% Down on Purchases
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CREDIT LINE
No Collateral Required
Funding Specialist
LEONARDO CRACCHIOLO
Leonardo Cracchiolo brings over a decade of experience in the business lending industry. He began his career as the owner of Live Capital Funding, specializing in alternative financing for small businesses. He later transitioned into banking, where he gained insight into the internal operations of financial institutions and advanced to the role of Vice President, Commercial Lender at Wintrust Bank, one of Chicago’s largest banks.
With a passion for connecting and promoting local businesses, Leonardo launched SWFL Business Magazine — a platform that combines business exposure, lending expertise, and strategic networking. He also created Business Speed Networking events to offer professionals a dynamic and effective way to build meaningful business relationships.
Today, Leonardo continues to integrate his lending background with business media to support and grow the Southwest Florida business community.