The Voice of 7(a) Lending for Over 40 Years

NAGGL is the go-to resource for SBA 7(a) news, advocacy, training, and building meaningful industry connections.

One Voice

NAGGL is the unified voice of the SBA 7(a) lending industry, serving 900+ member institutions and over 11,000 industry professionals.

We advocate for the SBA 7(a) Loan Program community, promoting prudent lending and program integrity to enhance access to capital for America’s small businesses.

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Did You Know?

NAGGL Members made 93% of 7(a) Loans in FY25

Through SBA’s 7(a) Loan Program, NAGGL members have facilitated approximately $34 billion in net loans in the last year alone, empowering countless entrepreneurs and driving economic growth for the global economy.

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What Drives Us

We empower small businesses to succeed through the SBA 7(a) Loan Program — driving growth and opportunity in communities nationwide.

We give our members—private-sector lenders—the education, support, and tools they need to lend responsibly and with confidence. Through their work, small businesses gain access to the capital they need to launch, grow, and thrive.

Because when lenders are equipped to succeed, small businesses—and the communities they serve—are too.

Exclusive Benefits

The Value of Joining NAGGL

You don’t have to navigate 7(a) lending alone. From education to advocacy, NAGGL is your trusted partner every step of the way.

Become a Member

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Advocacy

We work directly with policymakers to advocate for the 7(a) Program, small businesses, and the lenders who make it work.

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Education

Access industry-leading training for every stage of your SBA lending career.

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Exclusive Resources

Stay ahead with timely updates, guidance, and member-only insights.

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Real-Time Support

Access expert guidance on complex lending questions when it matters most.

In Their Own Words

“This is where you go to get what you need to know about government guaranteed 7(a) lending. NAGGL’s continued mission to keep the 7(a) program alive and thriving ultimately benefits the lenders and its small business borrowers.”

Alison Rind

Lerch Early & Brewer

“NAGGL is our trusted source for industry news, advocacy and training. I have found the knowledge, information and friendships made as a result of my relationship with NAGGL to be invaluable to our success as an SBA leader.”

Rocco P. Perate

Meridian Bank