Chief Lending Officer: CRE & SBA Growth Leader

AVANA Companies is seeking a Chief Lending Officer to lead the Sales Team in originating and syndicating commercial debt across CRE and SBA504 lending platforms based in Arizona. You will shape enterprise lending strategy, integrate credit policy, and oversee the portfolio from origination to risk management and regulatory reporting. Reporting to the CEO, you will collaborate with Origination leadership and Credit committee to balance growth with risk appetite, drive profitability, and champion