Blake has worked in the financial industry for the majority of his career since graduating from the University of Northern Iowa with a degree in Business Administration. At UNI Blake played football and was an active leader in Fellowship of Christian Athletes. Blake joined Royal’s Business Lending Team in 2019 and enjoys working with small business members in a variety of industries. He is especially passionate about finding the right solution to fit a business’s needs.
Outside of work, Blake is a member of the Young Professionals through the Eau Claire Chamber of Commerce and enjoys connecting with business owners throughout the community by attending events like 1 Million Cups. Blake’s wife is an Eau Claire native and after graduating college they are both happy to call the Chippewa Valley home. They enjoy traveling, spending time outdoors, and taking advantage of all the community has to offer.
Specialties:
- SBA and other alternative business lending programs
- Financing equipment
- Establishing all of your business financial needs - payment solutions, deposit accounts, merchant services, etc.
- Financing your business start-up
- Buying & refinancing early-stage real estate investment