Following the acquisition of a multi-unit franchise operation of a national fast-food brand, the company was struggling to achieve the operating performance levels to fund its operations and perform on its debt obligations. The challenges included staffing shortages, rising costs, declining revenues, and underperforming locations – most of which were...
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As MCA Financial Group continues to expand its advisory capabilities, the firm is pleased to welcome Patrick “Pat” Fodale as Senior Managing Director and the Service Line Lead for the Office of the CFO. In this role, Pat will help companies address complex financial, operational, and organizational challenges during periods...
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A chain hotel based in the Southwest was experiencing a dispute between the managing and minority members regarding alleged financial improprieties and business mismanagement. MCA was referred by the mediator to conduct a forensic review of the hospitality company’s financial records to assess their accuracy and investigate potential irregularities; to...
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While AI excels as a tool to make certain processes more efficient and effective, it is not a substitute for experience and judgment. As a lender, relationships with the borrower and the integrity and quality of their management should continue to be important factors along with the financial data when...
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Prior to the pandemic, a multibillion-dollar international commercial lender loaned over $30 million to a commercial real estate developer secured by a mixed-use real estate property in a major Western city. Within two years, the borrower failed to meet its covenant requirements, going into default, and subsequently failed to make...
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A large regional SaaS provider in the beauty and wellness industry was experiencing critical cash flow issues. Those issues were largely tied to technology spend for future features and perceived future offerings by the company, but limited customer support and data existed to justify the strategy. MCA was engaged by...
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While MCA Financial Group continues to expand its reach, the firm is excited to welcome Matt Fankhauser as Director of Marketing & Business Development. In this new role, Matt will shape and execute MCA’s marketing and business development strategy, increasing the firm’s visibility in key industries and ensuring alignment between...
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MCA Financial Group is pleased to welcome Lisa Rivera, MBA, SHRM-SCP, as Human Resources Director, to its growing management team. Lisa brings more than 20 years of human resources leadership experience across manufacturing, finance, and professional services. Fluent in both English and Spanish, she offers a thoughtful, people-centered leadership approach...
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MCA Financial Group is pleased to announce the hiring of Michael Montoya Jr. as Controller. Michael brings more than 15 years of experience in accounting, financial analysis, multi-entity reporting, and operations leadership, further strengthening MCA’s internal finance and operational capabilities. In his role as Controller, Michael is responsible for overseeing...
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As 2025 draws to a close, many companies are ending the year with a now-familiar mix of opportunity and constraint. Interest rates have stayed above pre-pandemic levels, liquidity has been available to some and uneven for others, and investor expectations have kept pace with the rapidly changing operating realities. Decision...
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