In this debut episode of Hustle Harder, host James Gaskin sits down with Kevin Werner, CEO of Renovo Financial, to introduce the podcast's vision and explore Kevin's entrepreneurial journey. They discuss Renovo's customer-centric approach to lending, emphasizing the importance of storytelling from successes and setbacks. Kevin shares his early experiences in the lending business, from selling ice as a child to establishing Renovo as a leader in real estate finance. This episode provides insights into how Renovo builds meaningful client relationships and focuses on delivering exceptional customer service across various local markets.

Key Points from This Episode

[00:00:00] Introduction to the podcast and its purpose

[00:01:43] The podcast's format and goals

[00:02:49] Kevin's enthusiasm for sharing business stories and learning from them

[00:04:35] Kevin's journey from selling ice to becoming a top loan officer

[00:09:11] Kevin discusses starting in his father's lending business in high school

[00:13:41] The evolution of Kevin's role and growth in the lending industry

[00:21:04] Rebuilding after the financial crisis and the birth of Renovo

[00:24:29] The importance of local expertise and customer service at Renovo

[00:30:25] Kevin's insights on building long-term relationships with clients

[00:32:23] James reflects on his journey with Renovo and his excitement for the future

Links

Renovo Financial

Kevin Werner on LinkedIn

James Gaskin on LinkedIn