Case Studies

Fora Financial is committed to helping small businesses succeed! Check out these case studies, and find out how our funding allowed these businesses to flourish.

Enhancing Capabilities

Funding Amount: $1,000,000
Industry: Manufacturing
Use of Funds: Product Development, Working Capital

A concrete and plaster mix manufacturer with 15 years in business secured flexible funding from Fora Financial to expand product lines before peak season.

High-Yield Opportunity

Funding Amount: $275,000
Industry: Retail
Use of Funds: Working Capital

A retail investment company specializing in gold and silver faced a time-sensitive opportunity to make a substantial high-yield investment. With strict lending restrictions in the industry and challenges like poor credit and collections history, securing capital was proving difficult, until they turned to Fora Financial.

Path for Growth

Funding Amount: $1.5 Million
Industry: Construction
Use of Funds: Working Capital

A well-established contractor, with over 14 years of experience servicing some of the largest energy companies in the Southwest U.S., faced an urgent cash flow dilemma. Despite a strong pipeline of secured projects, the contractor lacked the short-term liquidity needed to cover rising upfront costs and bridge a prolonged accounts receivable (AR) cycle.

Building Bigger

Funding Amount: $150,000
Industry: Construction
Use of Funds: Equipment, Staffing, Expansion

A construction company with growth ambitions set its sights on tackling larger contracts and expanding the number of simultaneous projects. To meet rising demand and seize time-sensitive opportunities, they needed additional working capital, but their financial profile made securing the right funding challenging.

Restoring Momentum

Funding Amount: $750,000
Industry: Manufacturing
Use of Funds: Working Capital

A manufacturing company faced a sudden and costly operational disruption after experiencing a severe data breach that shut down its operations for six weeks. While the business had a strong foundation and a steady customer base, the interruption caused significant production delays and backlog. On top of that, a $2 million loan was coming due in just a few months, compounding the urgency to get operations back on track.

Expansion at Scale

Funding Amount: $1,000,000
Industry: Construction
Use of Funds: Expansion

A general contractor specializing in industrial and hydroelectric projects was poised for expansion. The company had recently entered a strategic partnership with a subcontractor, opening doors to a new market segment. However, seizing this opportunity required immediate liquidity to support rising demand during their busiest season. With limited time and traditional lenders falling short, the contractor turned to Fora Financial for fast, flexible capital.

Manufacturing Recovery

Funding Amount: $750,000
Industry: Manufacturing
Use of Funds: Working Capital

Following an unexpected six-week shutdown due to a data breach, a manufacturing company faced the daunting task of resuming operations, fulfilling delayed orders, and managing a looming $2 million loan due within four months. In need of swift capital to stabilize operations, they turned to Fora Financial.

Youth Soccer Program

Funding Amount: $150,000
Industry: Education & Youth
Use of Funds: Facility Buildout

A growing youth soccer program set its sights on national expansion, beginning with the buildout of a large-scale soccer facility in Arizona. To meet the demands of an upcoming tournament season and position the business for long-term growth, the company turned to Fora Financial for fast, flexible capital.

Strategic Growth

Funding Amount: $150,000
Industry: Wholesale Building Materials
Use of Funds: Inventory, Expansion

A new hardwood decking and trailer flooring business secured fast working capital from Fora Financial to boost inventory and win larger contracts quickly.

Building for the Future

Funding Amount: $500,000
Industry: School / Daycare
Use of Funds: Cashflow, Expansion

A well-established school and daycare provider operating 23 locations faced a critical moment of growth. With plans underway for a 24th location, the business needed short-term capital to ensure construction stayed on schedule—without compromising day-to-day operations at their existing facilities.

Powering Growth

Funding Amount: $250,000
Industry: Medical / IVF Center
Use of Funds: Expansion, Cash Flow, Staffing, Equipment

A growing IVF center sought to expand its facilities and strengthen its position as a leader in reproductive medicine. With rising operational costs and unexpected debt threatening their growth trajectory, the center turned to Fora Financial for a timely and effective financing solution.

Rapid Support

Funding Amount: $1,000,000
Industry: Automotive
Use of Funds: Inventory

Operating within the auto recycling industry, a forward-thinking automotive parts company sought to seize a timely inventory opportunity following a series of natural disasters. With major auctions approaching and valuable salvage vehicles coming to market, the business needed capital—fast. Partnering with Fora Financial, they secured $1M in funding within 24 hours, enabling them to act quickly and capitalize on a rare market opportunity.

Managing Costs

Funding Amount: $100,000
Industry: Construction
Use of Funds: Debt Consolidation, Working Capital

A construction company facing rising debt payments and overdue bills needed a smarter financing option. Their goal was to consolidate existing obligations at a lower cost, free up cash flow, and secure the capital needed to keep operations moving. When other lenders hesitated, they turned to Fora Financial for a solution.

Railroad Equipment Repair

Funding Amount: $200,000
Industry: Transportation
Use of Funds: Equipment

A railroad equipment repair company needed to make a time-sensitive equipment purchase crucial to its ongoing operations and growth. However, relying on internal cash reserves had strained the business in the past. Looking for a fast and efficient funding solution, they turned to Fora Financial for support.

Education

Funding Amount: $825,000
Industry: Education
Use of Funds: Inventory

A well-established educational retailer based in the Northwest U.S. needed fast and flexible working capital to meet a seasonal surge in demand. With over 15 years in business and a strong reputation for providing STEM learning products to educators, the company turned to Fora Financial to bridge a critical gap in liquidity—ensuring they could meet increased purchase orders quickly and efficiently.

Commercial & Residential Electric

Funding Amount: $775,000
Industry: Electric & Communications
Use of Funds: Personnel and Equipment Upgrades

A well-established electrical subcontractor in the Southeast was on track for significant growth, taking on incremental projects from General Contractors when their headcount was too thin or busy. With a strong trajectory and revenues exceeding $15 million in 2023, the company projected reaching $23 million in 2024. However, to meet demand, they needed capital to purchase critical equipment and hire additional staff ahead of key projects in the first half of the year.

Construction - Bridge Funding

Featured Funding

Funding Amount: $2,000,000
Industry: Construction
Use of Funds: Bridge funding

A rapidly growing Virginia-based construction company faced a tight deadline to begin large-scale government projects. With traditional lenders unable to meet their timeline, the company turned to Fora Financial for immediate funding.

Technology and Data Services

Funding Amount: $700,000
Approval Amount: $1.1 Million
Industry: Technology / Data Services
Use of Funds: Cash Flow Liquidity

A technology and data services company in the Northeast faced cash flow constraints after receiving a large purchase order (PO) from a longstanding customer. To fulfill the order and manage a traditionally slow Q4 season, they needed immediate funding.

Communications Expansion

Funding Amount: $1 Million
Approval Amount: $1.2 Million
Industry: Electric & Communications
Use of Funds: Expansion

A New York-based telecommunications company, five years in business, had outpaced revenue expectations but faced a capped senior financing facility. Needing $1 million in working capital for further growth, the company turned to Fora Financial.

Midwest Manufacturer

Featured Funding

Initial Funding Amount: $750,000
Add-on Opportunity: $450,000
Industry: Manufacturing & Storage
Use of Funds: Financial Stability, Growth

This Midwest manufacturing company faced financial hurdles after its growth slowed in 2023, following a strong 2022. Liquidity and profitability issues, combined with mounting accounts payable, forced the business to seek immediate working capital. They turned to Fora Financial for a customized funding solution to stabilize operations and support long-term financial health.

Automation Growth

Funding Amount: $300,000
Approval Amount: $450,000
Industry: Manufacturing & Storage / Automation
Use of Funds: Working capital

Discover how Fora Financial's quick funding solution empowered a New England-based manufacturing and automation company to overcome cash flow challenges and stabilize operations. With $300,000 in immediate funding, the company was able to continue key projects and position itself for future growth.

Food Franchise Network

Featured Funding

Funding Amount: $1.4 million
Industry: Food and Beverage Franchise
Use of Funds: Expansion and Renovation

A food and beverage franchise owner needed capital to upgrade existing locations and expand into new markets but faced challenges securing traditional bank financing due to a young financial history. Fora Financial stepped in with $1.4 million in funding to support these growth initiatives.

Organic Food Distributor

Funding Amount: $750,000
Approval Amount: $1,400,000
Industry: Organic Food Grower
Use of Funds: Cash Liquidity

A rapidly expanding organic food grower and distributor in the Pacific Northwest faced significant financial challenges as their busy season approached. To support their vertical integration strategy and manage their receivables, the company needed immediate liquidity. This case study explores how Fora Financial provided a crucial funding solution that enabled the company to navigate this critical period and maintain its growth trajectory.

Delivery Service Expansion

Featured Funding

Funding Amount: $100,000
Industry: Transportation
Use of Funds: Equipment

This case study explores how Fora Financial helped a delivery service company in the Midwest overcome financial hurdles and achieve significant growth. The three-year-old trucking company had the opportunity to expand by acquiring another delivery route but faced significant challenges in securing the necessary funds. Fora Financial stepped in to provide a timely and effective solution, enabling the company to capitalize on this critical opportunity.

Construction Growth

Funding Amount: $300,000
Early Renewal: Additional $300k available in 60 days
Industry: Construction
Use of Funds: Cash Flow

In the dynamic construction industry, a Georgia-based construction company faced a critical challenge. Despite being a $10M+ business, the sudden financial collapse of a large client threatened to derail a multimillion-dollar project and impact overall profitability. This case study explores how Fora Financial provided crucial support to help the company navigate this difficult period and maintain its growth trajectory.

Physical Therapy

Featured Funding

Funding Amount: $1,000,000
Industry: Healthcare
Use of Funds: Expansion, Cash Flow

A well-established healthcare practice with multiple locations and 15 years of service faced an exciting opportunity to expand to the Gulf Coast of Florida. However, financial constraints posed significant challenges, necessitating an effective funding solution to support their growth ambitions.

Professional Services

Funding Amount: $2,000,000
Approval Amount: $2,700,000
Industry: Professional Services
Use of Funds: Expansion, Cash Flow

A rapidly-expanding professional services firm in North Carolina faced a critical juncture in its growth trajectory. Needing additional capital to sustain its expansion, the firm turned to Fora Financial for a timely and flexible financing solution.

Bridging Capital

Funding Amount: $1,000,000
Approval Amount: $2,500,000
Industry: Construction
Use of Funds: Bridge Financing, Expansion

A rapidly growing company faced a significant cash flow challenge, necessitating a bridge financing solution to maintain momentum. This case study explores how Fora Financial’s bridge capital proved to be the missing piece of the company's growth plan.

Healthcare Staffing

Funding Amount: $1,000,000
Approval Amount: $1,400,000
Industry: Healthcare Staffing
Use of Funds: Expansion

During the COVID-19 pandemic, a Texas-based healthcare staffing firm needed a larger headquarters to accommodate their expanded workforce. The firm imminently needed $1M of liquidity to cover initial costs of the new headquarters.

Commercial Forestry

Funding Amount: $750,000
Industry: Forestry
Use of Funds: Hiring Additional Staff, Equipment and Materials

A commercial forestry company based in the Pacific Northwest had a lucrative new project on the horizon that could spearhead significant growth.

Electric Company

Funding Amount: $400,000
Industry: Electric & Communications
Use of Funds: Cashflow

With several new projects on the horizon, a California-based commercial/residential electric company faced liquidity constraints that impeded its expansion plans. In a race against time, they turned to Fora Financial for a solution to bridge the cashflow gap and seize growth opportunities.

Commercial Storage

Total Funding: $5,000,000
Renewals: 4 times in 16 months
Initial Funding: $1,100,000
Industry: Manufacturing & Storage
Use of Funds: Cashflow Gaps, Growth

In the ever-evolving realm of commercial storage, a seasoned player with 17 years in the business and annual revenues of $30 million, embarked on a transformative journey. This case study illuminates how their partnership with Fora Financial, marked by strategic funding and renewals, fueled their expansion plans and bolstered financial resilience.

Ecommerce Specialty Food

Funding Amount: $1,000,000
Industry: Specialty Food
Use of Funds: Production, Technology, Marketing

Discover how Fora Financial's strategic investment of $1,000,000 propelled an emerging company into prominence in the e-commerce specialty food sector. These funds facilitated the expansion of production capacity, elevated e-commerce presence, and accelerated growth.

Fitness Center

Funding Amount: $150,000
Industry: Fitness and Wellness
Use of Funds: Expansion

In the world of fitness and wellness, a local gym demonstrated a commitment to exceptional exercise experiences. This case study delves into their partnership with Fora Financial, where they secured a crucial $150,000 equipment financing solution.

Craft Brewery

Funding Amount: $170,000
Industry: Food and Beverage
Use of Funds: Product development, customer experience, marketing

A craft brewery known for its unique flavors partnered with Fora Financial to secure a $170,000 working capital funding solution. The brewery leveraged the funding to craft innovative brews, enhance the taproom experience, and amplify marketing efforts. Explore how Fora Financial's support helped the Craft Brewery thrive and become a local favorite.

Health Services

Funding Amount: $750,000
Industry: Health and Wellness
Use of Funds: Bridge Financing

A wellness center set out to redefine well-being, where health is nurtured, not just treated. Discover how a collaboration with Fora Financial secured $750,000 to bridge the path to transformative growth.

Construction

Funding Amount: $240,000
Industry: Construction
Use of Funds: Expansion

A construction company faced substantial cash flow issues, limiting their ability to tackle larger projects. This case study delves into their collaboration with Fora Financial, a partnership that provided $240,000 in vital funding. This financial boost allowed the firm to purchase necessary materials, employ skilled labor, and successfully execute high-value projects.

Landscaper

Funding Amount: $750,000
Industry: Landscaping
Use of Funds: Payables, Expansion

A local landscaping company with 15 years' time in business and $10M of annual revenues selects Fora Financial as their funding partner with one goal in mind: 50% year-to-year growth.

Manufacturer

Funding Amount: $800,000
Industry: Manufacturing & Storage / Wholesaling
Use of Funds: Equity Raise, Production, Efficiencies

Embark on a journey into the world of woven fabric bags that are making waves in the demolition clean-up industry. We'll explore our partnership with Fora Financial, which secured $800,000 to support our growth, maintain production, and drive strategic expansion.

Medical Center

Funding Amount: $720,000
Industry: Healthcare
Use of Funds: Equipment, Staffing, Patient Experience

Embark on the journey of a Medical Center's transformation — a story of how vision met reality with a strategic partnership. Discover how a funding boost of $720,000 from Fora Financial propelled the Medical Center into the future of healthcare.

Fashion Boutique

Funding Amount: $300,000
Industry: Retail
Use of Funds: Inventory, Renovation

A boutique fashion store sought to establish itself as a top-tier fashion destination, recognizing an opportunity in a thriving retail market. With challenges in inventory management and store enhancements, Fora Financial was able to help by providing $300,000 in tailored funding, a fast approval, and expert financial guidance.

Travel Agency

Funding Amount: $220,000
Industry: Travel & Tourism
Use of Funds: Product Offering, Technology, Partnerships

Within the realm of travel and adventure, a travel agency embarked on a transformative journey. This case study sheds light on a travel agency's strategic collaboration with Fora Financial, enabling them to secure funding for enhancing their services, curating distinctive adventures, and embarking on a path of substantial growth.