Foothills Capital: The Backup for Commercial Bankers

Still image from Progressive Insurance's ad, "Backup Backup"

Progressive Insurance’s ads celebrating backup quarterbacks are hilarious—and insightful. While star QBs get the glory, backup QBs often save the day. If there was a such thing as a Hall of Fame for backups, Case Keenum, who appears in Progressive Insurance’s ads, is worthy of consideration.

Average teams rely on backups to hold the fort for a game or two. But great teams have backups who can carry them through the season and even win championships. Just ask the 2017 Philadelphia Eagles, who won the Super Bowl with Nick Foles stepping in for an injured Carson Wentz.

Foothills Capital: Your Backup QB

At Foothills Capital, we’re the trusted “backup QB” for our banking partners. While clients always prefer lower-cost bank credit, that option isn’t always available. When it’s not, we’re ready to execute the alternative lending playbook.

A great backup delivers steady leadership when the unexpected happens. In moments of stress and high stakes, they are experienced, unflappable, and able to gain trust quickly. Just as importantly, a backup embraces their role—helping the starter succeed without trying to steal their glory.

At Foothills Capital, I strive to be that Hall of Fame backup to my banking partners.

The Interim Coach for Bank Exits

We are also asked to step in not as a backup but as an interim leader to manage the transition to a new banking relationship. Just as teams need to be thoughtful in naming the right interim coach during a sensitive leadership change, we strive to be that coach with the right qualities for the job:  experienced, trustworthy, wise, confident and with the emotional intelligence to lead during a turbulent time. 

Whether as a backup or interim solution, we’re experienced in managing the challenges and sensitivities of these transitions.

A Backup Plan for Your Playbook

Attached is a brochure outlining how Foothills Capital can support your banking team—either as a trusted backup or as a bridge to a full client transition. Please feel free to share it with your team or colleagues.

If you’d like to discuss a client’s debt needs or simply talk shop, don’t hesitate to reach out.

Wishing you a happy holiday season and looking forward to working together in the new year!