In the dynamic world of business finance, Bender-Carey Capital stands as a trusted beacon of expertise. With a specialization in a comprehensive suite of services, we cater to diverse business needs. From mastering equity financing for growth to simplifying complex debt financing in commercial real estate, we empower businesses to flourish. Our tailored solutions break free from working capital constraints, accelerate cash flow, and facilitate equipment acquisition for expansion. Swift bridge loans ensure smooth transitions, while our strategic CFO guidance is a valuable asset for early-stage companies. Our approach is characterized by innovation and unwavering commitment to ensuring your business thrives in an ever-evolving financial landscape.
At Bender-Carey Capital, our team of experts is not just passionate about crafting customized financing strategies; we're your dedicated partners on your financial journey. We are committed to nurturing your business vision, ensuring that it not only grows but thrives under our care. With Bender-Carey Capital, you are embarking on a journey towards financial empowerment and a secured legacy for your business, guided by experts who understand the importance of every decision in shaping your financial future.
Kristie’s professional career started as a stockbroker in 1980 with Shearson American Express in Iowa. Additionally, she founded and managed American Finance Inc., a large Commercial Finance company, for over 16 years. American Finance Inc. provided the capital stack for hundreds of commercial projects throughout the United States. This was the first steppingstone required to propel her into the banking world.
Kristie served as a Market President and Regional President in two large publicly traded banks, hired employees, and coached, trained, and mentored her clients and personnel. She has been responsible for professional development and training across multiple locations for their employees and clients, she is well-versed in organizational development and strategic planning. Besides talent acquisition, she is experienced in the rapid transition of new employees, workforce retention, professional development, performance planning/evaluation, and coaching for success.
After leaving the banking world, Kristie started Bender-Carey Consulting, an elite advisory firm in 2018. She uses her extensive corporate and banking experience to help professionals reach their maximum market and growth potential by finding various funding sources, from REITs, Hedge Funds, Angle investors, and traditional sources. Kristie assists in strategic planning, career coaching, organizational development, community involvement, and business advancement through marketing and communications. She has helped companies and their emerging leaders with professional assessment and research to create effective career strategies. Bender-Carey Group and Bender-Carey Consulting
both provided their clients with the best capital stack required for their unique projects. She has been a keynote speaker and led training and development workshops on various topics including career management, finance, trend analysis, market strategies, and leadership development/empowerment.
“I focus on ‘out-of-the-box’ thinking, offering creative financing solutions and providing business clients with a high level of service.”
Kristie served on the Board of Directors for the Southern Colorado Women’s Chamber of Commerce, served on the Pikes Peak or Bust Rodeo committee, Sits on the board for E3s|End To End Solutions, is a member of the Colorado Springs Chamber of Commerce, Colorado Springs Housing and Building Association, Colorado Businesswomen, National Association of Women in Construction, Realtors Commercial and Industrial Society, Pikes Peak Association of Realtors and American Paint Horse Association. She is a volunteer certified family investigator for CASA (Court-Appointed Special
Advocates for Children) of the Pikes Peak Region. She is particularly proud of being voted one of the “Women of Influence” in Colorado Springs. She has been featured in the Business Journal as “one-on-one”, and in the Style magazine as “People to Know”.
Jude is a business and specialty finance leader with an extensive track record of securing and structuring debt/equity financing solutions for early-stage and growth-oriented businesses. His structured credit expertise expands across many industry verticals, including CRE, Crypto, Defense, E-Com, Energy, Fintech, and SaaS. Over two decades, Jude has pioneered transformative capital strategies, catalyzing growth for early-stage ventures and middle-market companies across diverse sectors. He has empowered numerous startups, emerging businesses, and commercial ventures, channeling over $400M to companies at various growth junctures. He is the architect behind two specialty fintech funds culminating in over 3000 successful deals. Before Bender-Carey Capital, Jude started Barrington Capital, a financial consultancy that has funneled over $250 million in debt and equity loans to over a thousand businesses.
Beyond the confines of the boardroom, Jude's genuine passion for philanthropy and community service shines through—a reflection of values deeply rooted since his younger days. He serves several charities including Peace Child International, Tree People, and Children of Peru Foundation. These affiliations mirror Jude's mission: uplifting youth through entrepreneurship and championing environmental stewardship.
