RICHLAND, Wash.–Gesa Credit Union has been named the number-one Credit Union SBA 7(a) lender in Washington and Oregon, marking its second consecutive year of leading the region in “empowering small businesses through strategic and tailored financial solutions.”

“At Gesa Credit Union, we recognize that small businesses need access to capital, and we are proud to that capital out for business growth,” said Paul Long, AVP, SBA Lending Manager, in a statement. “Our team works hard to help business owners acquire businesses, purchase real estate and equipment to help their business grow.”

Gesa CU said its SBA lending program has experienced notable growth over the last year. In 2024, Gesa approved a total of 47 SBA 7(a) loans across Washington and Oregon, with an overall value of $37.2 million. 

Gesa CU said additional key highlights from its SBA 7(a) lending performance in 2023 and 2024 include:

Washington

• 2024: Approval Count – 43, Approval Amount – $32.4 million, Average Loan Size – $753,879.
• 2023: Approval Count – 36, Approval Amount – $29.3 million, Average Loan Size – $814,239

Oregon

• Oregon 2024: Approval Count – 4, Approval Amount – $4.8 million, Average Loan Size – $1.2 million.
• Oregon 2023: Approval Count – 1, Approval Amount – $700,000, Average Loan Size $700,000.