Articles from American Lending Center

American Lending Center (ALC) has been named to the Financial Times’ list of America’s Fastest-Growing Companies 2025, coming in at 171.

American Lending Center has received approval from the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) agency for visa-based investors to help finance a new critical care hospital in rural Missouri.

American Lending Center has broken new ground in the EB-5 industry with the first approvals of public infrastructure projects as qualified projects for EB-5 investment since approval of the Reform and Integrity Act in March 2022.

American Lending Center received notice today that the U.S. Small Business Administration has certified ALC as a participant in the 7(a) Guaranteed Loan Program as a Non-Federally Regulated Lender (NFRL).

Inc. revealed today that American Lending Center ranks No. 1986 on the 2024 Inc. 5000, its annual list of the fastest-growing private companies in America. The prestigious ranking provides a data-driven look at the most successful companies within the economy’s most dynamic segment — its independent, entrepreneurial businesses. Microsoft, Meta, Chobani, Under Armour, Timberland, Oracle, Patagonia, and many other household-name brands gained their first national exposure as honorees on the Inc. 5000.

Stella Zhang, COO of American Lending Center, delivered the commencement address Monday, June 17, for the Paul Merage School of Business masters graduates at the University of California, Irvine.

American Lending Center, a private non-bank lending institution nationally recognized for both small business lending and operation of the EB-5 immigration and investment program, is celebrating its 15th anniversary this week.

An AI-enhanced system that watches over truck drivers and warns them when they are drowsy or distracted – without violating their privacy – took the top prize at the Stella Zhang New Venture Competition Grand Finale at the UCI Paul Merage School of Business.

A hospital in rural Missouri broke ground on April 4, 2024, thanks in part to American Lending Center and its emphasis on rural healthcare.

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American Lending Center has announced participation in construction of two rural hospitals as part of its ongoing efforts to improve rural healthcare.

It’s a Happy New Year for Seatrec CEO and founder Dr. Yi Chao and his team, with the closing of a $1 million loan through American Lending Center (ALC). The loan is guaranteed by the State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI).

A new private bank initiative, Sunstone Bank & Trust, was launched recently at the headquarters of American Lending Center and Sunstone Management, Inc.

American Lending Center is pleased to announce that Kraig Schwigen has joined the firm as Vice President of Strategic Development.

Stella Zhang, chief operating officer at American Lending Center and partner at Sunstone Management, Inc., received the Distinguished Alumni award from the University of California, Irvine, at the annual Lauds & Laurels ceremony Oct. 26.

Inc. revealed today that American Lending Center (under American Lending Center Holdings (ALC)) ranks No. 3,053 on the 2023 Inc. 5000, its annual list of the fastest-growing private companies in America. The prestigious ranking provides a data-driven look at the most successful companies within the economy’s most dynamic segment—its independent, entrepreneurial businesses. Facebook, Chobani, Under Armour, Microsoft, Patagonia, and many other household name brands gained their first national exposure as honorees on the Inc. 5000.

“Crossing The Swamp,” John Shen’s telling of his journey from China to entrepreneurial success in America, was released Friday, June 30, to strong demand and good reviews.

California State Treasurer Fiona Ma visited American Lending Center and Sunstone Management’s headquarters in Irvine, CA, on Friday to talk about creating jobs through investment and state-backed small business loans.

Ernst & Young LLP (EY US) today announced that John Shen, CEO of American Lending Center (under American Lending Center Holdings), was named an Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2023 Pacific Southwest Award finalist. Now in its 37th year, Entrepreneur Of The Year is one of the preeminent competitive business awards for transformative entrepreneurs and leaders of high-growth companies who are building a more equitable, sustainable and prosperous world for all.

Inc. Magazine has announced that American Lending Center (under Regional Centers Holding Group (RCH)) and Sunstone Management have made the 2021 annual Inc. 5000 list, which serves as the most prestigious ranking of America’s fastest growing private companies. This marks the second consecutive year that the two companies have received this recognition after they were both named to the Inc. 5000 list in 2020.

For the second year in a row, American Lending Center (ALC), a premier non-bank lending institution, has been named one of the Best Places to Work in Los Angeles by the Los Angeles Business Journal and Best Companies Group. The award honors ALC’s achievements benefiting the LA county’s economy, workforce and businesses.

American Lending Center (ALC), a licensed non-bank lender, celebrated the official opening of TownePlace Suites in downtown Indianapolis on March 12th. This marks one of several ALC investments that have recently reopened as the hospitality industry recovers from the economic effects of COVID-19.

American Lending Center, a licensed non-bank lender, celebrated the opening of Azure Palm Hot Springs on March 25th. An aquifer beneath the city provides the hotel with some of the purest mineral springs in the world via private wells, cementing the hotel as an unprecedented addition to the region’s myriad lodging options.

American Lending Center (ALC), a licensed non-bank lender, celebrated the opening of Home2 Suites, Tracy at the end of March. Illustrating the hospitality industry’s strong recovery in the wake of COVID-19, this marks one of three ALC investments which have opened their doors this past month.