Prospa

A massive congratulations to our amazing Prospa team. To learn more about why our team was recognised as A Best Workplace, read this article here from AP News:  https://lnkd.in/g5rVBkKn

Another awesome summer at Prospa comes to a close with plenty of fun, connection, and self-care! Our team enjoyed rooftop BBQs, brekkies, skin checks, and recognition raffles. Plus, we had a bonus 'Me Day' off and some team-building activities like barefoot bowls and pickleball! We're feeling rejuvenated and ready for an amazing 2025!

As part of our "People at Prospa" series, let's introduce Jessica Chiswick, our Head of Enterprise and Key Accounts at Prospa. Jess leads a dedicated team that provides exceptional experiences for partners and small businesses across Australia. She is passionate about helping traditionally underserved small business owners access fast, flexible funding solutions. With nearly seven years of experience at Prospa, her passion continues to grow. In the office, Jess is known for encouraging bold, open conversations and leading with conviction, embodying Prospa's purpose-driven culture. Click below to learn more about her journey at Prospa and what drives her to help small businesses grow and prosper.

At Prospa, we know SMBs run on passion and ingenuity. For a masterclass in this, look no further than Adrian Arcuri's sustainable business growth journey with Poco Loco. His approach? Test small, think global, and stay nimble. What really caught our eye was Adrian's refreshing take on growth - choosing flexibility and sustainable expansion over rapid scaling.     Learn how Poco Loco uses creativity, adaptability and smart strategies to stay ahead in the jewellery market below: https://lnkd.in/gF56-ZwP 

We were delighted to have our Kiwi team in the Sydney office last week, ensuring the direction for Prospa remains consistent across our trans-Tasman operations. This underscores our commitment to fostering seamless collaboration between both markets, and reflects our ongoing investment in strengthening our organisational capabilities and deepening our regional expertise.  By bringing our teams together, we're creating valuable opportunities for knowledge exchange, strategic alignment, and the chance for our Prosparians to grow as one ANZ team. 

Cash reserves remain a top concern for SMEs. In this article, Prospa’s General Manager of Sales & Partnerships, Roberto Sanz, highlights how the broker community is uniquely positioned to help SMEs navigate this challenge by providing strategies to strengthen cash flow and build financial resilience.     “By proactively advising clients on how to get ahead of overdue payments, utilise modern technologies, and access funding without touching emergency reserves, brokers can ensure SMEs not only survive, but thrive in 2025.” Read the full story here: https://lnkd.in/gvMWAHSU 

At Prospa, we're serious about small business, and we get a real kick out of seeing them succeed. Take Scott Chappell, who transformed his love for bagels into a thriving business: Black Market Bagels 🥯! After a midlife career switch, Scott realised that his weekend bagel-making hobby held untapped potential. With Prospa's financial backing, he managed the hospitality industry's seasonal peaks and troughs and turned his passion into a flourishing business.  Ready to elevate your own passion project? Get inspired reading Scott's success story here: https://lnkd.in/gDAvGzdq 

With 1 in 5 small businesses having no cash reserves, and consumer spending dropping, it’s crucial for retailers to manage cash flow wisely. Beau B., Co-founder and CRO at Prospa, talks through some strategies for retailers to stay ahead this festive season.    * Flexible inventory: Balance stock levels using past sales data and more excess stock with seasonal promotions like Boxing Day Sales  * Embrace technology: Use tools like MYOB or Xero to streamline finances and improve cash flow visibility * Alternative lending: Lenders like Prospa can provide funds in hours when you need to boost cash flow https://lnkd.in/g_iZNhGJ 

Meet Yashvi Shah, as Head of Growth and Retention at Prospa, Yashvi ensures customers have a seamless onboarding experience and makes it easy for them to explore new Prospa products. Known for embracing challenges and fostering team creativity, Yashvi thrives in Prospa’s fast-paced, innovative culture. Click through to learn more about her journey at Prospa and her favourite local coffee spot. #weareprospa #customerobsessed

Based on feedback from our listening loops, we’ve launched bi-annual Learnathons to drive personal development and growth here at Prospa! We've just wrapped up 10 days of bite-sized learning, covering mindfulness, AI, digital currencies, and more! A huge thanks to the 16 incredible internal and external facilitators for sharing their time, wisdom, and passion! We're excited to keep the learning journey going, and here's to the next Learnathon in 2025! #growgetters