“With the diligence and tenacity put forward by TJ Kern, we were able to craft a creative financing solution that will pay huge dividends for the future of our company. TJ was the first to suggest New Markets Tax Credit financing for our building project, and I couldn’t be happier with the outcome”

Don Anderson

Retired President & CEO, Keller Electrical Industries

Testimonials

Hear what prior clients of TJ had to say

“I've worked on several projects with TJ, including some closed deals. TJ is smart, thoughtful and rigorous and most importantly, he does the right thing in difficult situations. He can establish mutual trust and as such, he's the kind of partner we like to work with”

Ben Rudman

CEO, Charis Consumer Collaborative

During my company's 6-year banking relationship with TJ Kern, Horan & McConaty grew in revenue by 3x. TJ invested the time to understand my company, it's industry, and my process for determining new locations. TJ's strong advocacy of our company with its bank's loan approvers resulted in loan rates and terms typically reserved for much larger and more established companies, which allowed me to significantly increase Horan & McConaty's cash flow and enterprise value"

John J. Horan

Former Owner & current Board Member, Horan & McConaty

“TJ Kern consistently provides his clients with an excellent customer experience. He deals with others using honesty, integrity, and a high level of credibility in complex financing transactions. In addition to having excellent communication skills, TJ is a good listener and is sensitive to the needs of his clients”​​​​​

James Fullerton

EVP, CoBiz Financial

"TJ and I have known each other for more than 15 years and have done many deals together. TJ was always my first call because I knew that he would be an excellent and well-respected member of the deal team, and that he would represent me and my firm admirably. TJ has been a great partner to me and my portfolio companies that he's provided senior debt for, and he was always able to craft terms and conditions that best served the situation at hand. I can recommend TJ without condition or hesitation"

Bill Haan

Managing Partner, Silver Peak Partners, LLC