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Growth Corp Announces Leadership Transition as Organization Enters New Era of Strategic Expansion

Growth Corp, one of the nation’s highest-producing SBA 504 lenders, today announced a significant leadership transition effective January 1, 2026. After 35 years as President, Doug Kinley will assume the role of Chief Executive Officer, while Sara Vanhala, a nearly 20-year veteran of the organization and current Chair of the Board of the National Association of Development Companies (NADCO), has been appointed President.  Serving small and mid-sized, for-profit businesses, Growth Corp delivers affordable