Success Stories
Our success is based on the success of our clients. Their growth makes us thrive. We have a strong statewide reputation for structuring creative financial packages for most types of business. Here are some comments from our clients.
Borrower
Premier Fitness
premier-getfit.com
Tyler - Fitness Center
Premier Fitness is a health and fitness club that was established in November 1998. The company had been leasing its facilities in a shopping center and had outgrown its existing facilities and needed larger and more diversified space. As a result GTCC assisted in the purchase of land, construction, equipment for a new 15,750 square foot building.
"I first met John Hart in 2001 & I’ve worked with him on several loans since that time. John has been invaluable to me – he has introduced me to other key service providers, guided me through unfamiliar territory, and made the loan process simple & easy for me. John is extremely thorough, always told me what to expect, and is the utmost professional. I especially appreciate that John has always approached my business with an open mind and has been willing to hear what I have to say. When he can, he provides advice. But more importantly, he instilled a sense of confidence in me that if I did my part, my dreams would all come true."
—Michelle Pena, owner
Coyote Sams Bar & Grill
coyotesamsbarandgrille.com
Tyler - Restaurant
The owners of Coyote Sam’s Bar & Grill have been in the restaurant business for over 20 years. In 2006, GTCC assisted the owners in obtaining a SBA 504 loan to assist with the land purchase and construction of a new restaurant which combined their two existing restaurants, at the time, into one, unique and attractive facility in a premier location. The new restaurant provides seating up to 200 and has a large bar area that overlooks picturesque outdoor patio along a tree lined creek.
“John Hart and Rhonda Goldthorn are efficient, thorough, and very detailed. What a pleasure! My transaction had some complexity and snags but not with John & Rhonda. No matter how much time it took to get it right or to explain it – they were there patiently working with me. This truly could have been my worst nightmare but because of their expertise and knowledge it wasn’t! I never had to wonder what was going on or what was next. They advised me when they could & simply could not do anything better. I appreciate them so very much!”
—Marsha Wells, owner
Diamond Doctor
diamonddoctor.com
Dallas - Retail office building
Diamond Doctor was established in 2003 and is one of the largest retailers of diamonds throughout Texas and across the country. The Diamond Doctor is “the official jeweler of the Dallas Cowboys” and is a frequent advertiser on local DFW radio with endorsements from many media and sports celebrities.
Diamond Doctor has been renting space in a 2,200 square foot office building with restricted visibility and access. GTCC and the partnering bank provided funds to purchase a 6,960 square foot building along with improvements and equipment. The new location will allow them to more than double in sales with much greater visibility and access along with the ability to manufacture and manage operations more efficiently.
“Greg Dunn is absolutely terrific. Before I embarked on the loan process everyone told me that it would be a hassle and that it would be cumbersome. But my mortgage broker (who knows Greg) and I talked and we agreed that the loan terms were worth it. I was very surprised when the process turned out to be seamless and easy. In fact, the loan was the easiest part of this entire transaction! I can also say that Greg has a great working relationship with the bank and my loan would have never happened without Greg’s active involvement. Greg truly helped me fulfill something that (more than once) was slipping away. They really couldn’t do anything better – they already over-delivered by 1000%!”
—David Blank, Diamond Doctor
Harley’s & Bridgette’s
harleys-for-men.com
bridgettes.com
Tyler - Retail Clothing Store
Harley’s & Bridgette’s Harley Hooper has owned and operated The Suit Club, Inc and its predecessor, Harley’s Menswear since 1979. The business has evolved over that time to become one of the distinguished and well known menswear stores in the East Texas area. Harley’s carries top-of-the-line menswear brands and also offers tuxedo sales and rentals. The business outgrew its rental space and in 2006 relocated to a new, upscale facility just two blocks away, which not only insured retention of existing customers, but resulted in a vast improvement in customer exposure and convenience.
Harley’s wife Bridgette has owned and operated her ladies ready to wear boutique since August of 1992, and has 23 years of experience in the women’s retail clothing industry in Tyler. Relocation of both stores to the same location allowed some consolidation of overhead, including accounting and administrative functions. It also created a “destination” retail center for men, women, and children of all ages.
“I’ve known John Hart for a long time…perhaps 20 or 25 years now. I’ve had many SBA loans over the years but John always told me that when I was ready to build my commercial real estate – come talk to him and he’d tell me if the project would work or not. He reviewed all of my information and said ‘we can do this’. From that point forward John was our greatest advocate. He handled everything very, very professionally. After all, a borrower’s greatest fear is the paperwork & red tape. I didn’t have the time or inclination to tackle it. But John helped us. He’s a complete joy to work with and he did a tremendous job. And he works with some great folks over there. Because of my experience with them I have become a walking, talking advertisement for SBA loans.”
—Harley Hooper, owner
Texas Institute of Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine
tiosonline.net
Grapevine - Medical Office Building
Texas Institute of Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine (TiOS) was established in 2004 and had been leasing 3,000 square feet in a non- medical office center. TiOS is comprised of two orthopedic surgeons who specialize in sports medicine and arthroscopy. GTCC and the partnering bank provided financing to build a 7,510 square foot building near Baylor Grapevine Hospital. The new facility will enable them to expand their practice and provide state of the art orthopedic rehab services. The new office will be closer to their referring doctors, which will be beneficial to the growth of their business.
“Greg was very helpful throughout my loan process. He made it easier than I had expected because he helped facilitate everything. When dealing with a government program you really need someone like Greg who understands all of the paperwork and can help you get through it all.”
—Zubin G. Khubchandani, M.D.
Traditions Restaurant
traditionstyler.com
Tyler - Restaurant
Traditions Restaurant, established in 2000, is a family-owned, family-operated restaurant whose primary objective is to provide an upscale family dining option for the people of East Texas. Robert Owens was approved an SBA 504 loan with the GTCC in June of 1999 for purchase of land and construction of his current restaurant in Tyler. That loan has since been paid off.
Traditions offers casual dining both inside and out. They offer both a relaxing meal in the Bistro as well as a drive-thru restaurant for meals on the go. They also have a highly qualified catering staff providing impeccable service for any event. In addition to catering private and corporate events, Catering by Traditions also serves daily lunches at area schools, plants, and corporations.
“I was first introduced to John Hart in 1999 when my business was just a thought and a dream. I truly had no clue about how to get a loan but John led me through the entire process with ‘white glove’ treatment. His help and the loan I received led to the creation of a successful business – now proudly entering our 11th year. I recently approached John for another loan. There was just no question about who I wanted to work with & I suppose that amounts to the highest recommendation that a borrower can provide. No doubt – John is very knowledgeable, very astute, and has the backing of a great Board of Directors. He is also compassionate and I can’t emphasize enough how important this is. Borrowers are naturally nervous during the loan process but he reassured us. He took us through the entire process from start to finish and was there to answer our questions and made sure we knew what to expect. He didn’t just throw a pile of papers at us – he coached us. John is simply an outstanding person. I knew exactly how to run my business once the doors were open but I needed help to get to that point. John gave me that help and I’ll always be grateful.”
—Robert Owens, owner
Kwik Kar Lube and Tune of Richardson
Richardson - Automotive Lube Center
Kwik Kar Lube and Tune of Richardson was originally opened in 1998. The center is well located at a triangle intersection containing fou r bays for services and a lobby area. The center performs traditional automotive maintenance along with mechanical work and state inspections. In addition, the center performs maintenance for fleet service vehicles and serves the East Richardson and Plano area. In August of 2010, GTCC and the partnering bank provided financing for purchase of this facility along with the equipment and furniture fixtures.
“Everyone that I worked with at Greater Texas Capital Corporation was very nice and very professional. Greg and the team obviously have an excellent understanding of the process and how to best assist their borrowers. It is important to point out that I always found them to be very reliable and by that I mean that when they say they’re going to do something – they always do. They are very good at keeping the lines of communication open. I was very satisfied with the loan I received and they played a big part in allowing me to succeed. I wouldn’t change a thing.”
—Bill Flynt
Stewart Family Funeral Home
Stewartfamilyfuneral.com
Tyler - Funeral Home
Stewart Family Funeral Home is a locally owned funeral home located on Old Jacksonville Hwy in the Southern part of Tyler, Texas. An SBA 504 loan was approved in September 2003 for the purchase of land and construction of the facility.
The funeral home consists of a 10,000 sq. ft. building, which includes a chapel, 3 staterooms, a large reception area, and all necessary office and storage space. The business performs full service funerals, as well as cremation services and direct sales of monuments. The business is under the direction of Johnnie and Chris Stewart. Johnnie Stewart has more than 50 years experience in management of funeral homes and recently retired after selling Lloyd-James Funeral Home in Tyler. His son Chris has been involved in cemetery management for 14 years and graduated from mortuary school in November of 2000.
“John was recommended to me by my accountant and my real estate broker as someone who really knows small business lending. They had previous experience with him and I have to say, John really, really helped me when it mattered most. I had gotten pretty frustrated trying to find a bank because when a business is first starting out it is difficult to get capital. John paired me with a bank and without his help I would not have been able to start my business. It is obvious to me that John has a great financial mind. He and his team were a real God-send to me.”
—Chris Stewart, owner/funeral director
KemTex Services
kemtex.com
Dallas - Office warehouse / manufacturing building
KemTex Services, founded in 1977, is a leading provider of specialty cleaning and facility services to the Healthcare, Hospitality and Corporate Industries. They offer an unmatched array of specialty services that include: floor care, carpet, upholstery, curtain, and healthcare cleaning to over 75% of the hospitals in the DFW Metroplex, as well as some of the largest and most prestigious hotels and companies. As a complement to its core service offerings, KemTex manufactures a complete line of window coverings (draperies and shades), privacy curtains, bedding and microfiber cleaning products.
GTCC and the partnering bank provided financing for a 55,000 square foot facility including finish out and new equipment to complete a new state-of-the-art Healthcare Laundry Plant, Service Operations Center, Curtain & Shade Production Lines, and a lavish Design Center. Each of these integral components will allow the company to improve operational efficiencies and continue its aggressive pace of growth and expansion.
“I found Greg Dunn to be very easy to work with. He kept me in the loop and was very informative. I know, with confidence, that Greg’s team worked hard and did all that they could possibly do to get my deal done. There were no problems and they were all very helpful. Greg set realistic expectations and in the end I was happy with my loan.”
—Matthew D. Stern