Lashelta Dowdell

About Lashelta Dowdell

Previously, at Knight Capital Funding, my role as an SBA Closing Coordinator, Legal Document Specialist and MicroCap Loan Closer has honed my expertise in operational excellence, ensuring seamless SBA processes. My tenure has been marked by a commitment to precision and my ability to be agile. and pivot with the flow of style that empowers and educates teams on best practices and rapid response strategies.Prior to Knight Capital Funding, as a Loan Specialist at Brillient Corporation, I contributed to the Governmental SBA ODA-EIDL COVID Relief Program, where I was recognized with two STAR awards for my dedication and skill. My analytical acumen was applied in quality assurance reviews of loan applications and in making recommendations aligned with SBA’s standards. The collective achievements in these roles showcase a professional ethos rooted in meticulous attention to detail and a proactive approach to project management. These skills were cultivated while directly supervising and training a team of 16 loan officers, a testament to our collaborative success in the demanding environment of disaster lending and 7(a) loans.

Experience

1. Eligibility Review Specialist Research Associate Iii

   Heitmeyer Consulting

   Apr 2025 — Present · OH, US

   Research Analyst Huntington Bank SBA Workout Team Prepare Universal Purchase Packages to submit to SBA for repurchase of defaulted loans Prepare Transcripts of Account and pull pertinent SBA documents Review loan authorizations to determine terms or loans including use of proceeds, and collateral requirements Systems used: AFS Vision, Passport

Education

• Alabama Agricultural and Mechanical University

  Bachelor's degree, Computer Science

  1997 — 2003

• Strayer University

  Master of Business Administration (MBA), Project Management

  2014 — 2018