Foro empowers growing companies, seeking commercial loans of $250K+, to access capital on their terms by connecting them with the right financial institutions.
As former business leaders at mid-sized companies, and relationship managers at top commercial banks, we understand all sides of the commercial lending process. With that experience, our platform removes unnecessary complexities and helps businesses compare and select from leading financial institutions tailored to a business’s specific size and industry.
We’re also focused on guiding businesses with insights, data, and counsel at every step of the process, so they can select a partner with confidence, and spend more time running their business.
For financial institutions, Foro identifies businesses actively seeking growth capital that fit a financial institution’s lending criteria. Our platform eliminates perceived bias and increases access for underserved businesses, enabling financial institutions to facilitate introductions to new clients and markets. Our platform requires no integration or formal training, allowing institutions to connect with businesses within hours.
As former business leaders at mid-sized companies, and relationship managers at top commercial banks, we understand all sides of the commercial lending process. With that experience, our platform removes unnecessary complexities and helps businesses compare and select from leading financial institutions tailored to a business’s specific size and industry.
We’re also focused on guiding businesses with insights, data, and counsel at every step of the process, so they can select a partner with confidence, and spend more time running their business.
For financial institutions, Foro identifies businesses actively seeking growth capital that fit a financial institution’s lending criteria. Our platform eliminates perceived bias and increases access for underserved businesses, enabling financial institutions to facilitate introductions to new clients and markets. Our platform requires no integration or formal training, allowing institutions to connect with businesses within hours.
Location: United States, North Carolina, Charlotte
Employees: 11-50
Total raised: $12M
Investors 4
| Date | Name | Website |
| - | B3 Capital | b3cap.co/ |
| 01.09.2022 | TTV Capita... | ttvcapital... |
| 13.07.2025 | GP Venture... | gpven.com |
| - | Curql | curql.com |
Funding Rounds 2
| Date | Series | Amount | Investors |
| 30.03.2023 | Series A | $4M | - |
| 27.01.2023 | Series A | $8M | - |
Mentions in press and media 5
| Date | Title | Description |
| 30.03.2023 | Foro Raises $4M in Series A Extension Funding | Foro, a Charlotte, NC-based provider of a commercial lending platform, raised $4M in Series A extension funding. Backers included TTV Capital, Fin Capital, Correlation Ventures, and AME Cloud Ventures, and new investors Gaingels and B3 Capi... |
| 29.03.2023 | Foro Secures $4 Million in Series A Extension Round To Democratize Commercial Lending, Adds Two New Investors | Foro “The capital will enable us to expand our reach and optimize our platform to meet the increasing demand from growing businesses and top lenders, especially in the current tight credit environment.” Charlotte, NC (PRWEB) March 29, 2023 ... |
| 24.03.2023 | Five Tips For Securing A Commercial Loan In An Uncertain Economy | Dave Godsman is CEO of Foro, a platform that empowers mid-size companies to gain access to capital by connecting with the right lenders. |
| 27.01.2023 | Foro Emerges From Stealth Mode With $8M in Series A Funding | Foro, a Charlotte, NC-based commercial lending startup, raised $8M in Series A funding. The round was led by TTV Capital, with participation from Fin Capital, Correlation Ventures, and AME Cloud Ventures. The company intends to use the fund... |
| - | Foro | “We help your business connect, compare and choose between top business lenders. Get started to see the best loan options for your business.” |