MRC provides far more than certifications and funding assistance. We offer job creators access to specialized coaching, mentorship and a variety of business and marketing assistance normally outside the reach of most manufacturers.
No matter what’s happening with your business, MRC has probably seen it. We know the problems that keep CEOs up at night, and we know how to help solve them. Our staff has more than 100 years of combined experience working side-by-side with business owners to evaluate, strategize, discover and implement solutions that address both strategic growth needs and organizational transformation.
MRC breaks down the barriers that prohibit manufacturers from realizing their full potential. Our proven tactics and methods can help nearly any company at nearly any stage of its evolution. Whatever the hurdle – going green, becoming lean, entering new markets, rebranding the company – MRC can help you clear it.
Developing Future Workforce with programs like: What’s So Cool About Manufacturing®, PA Dream Team, the Inside Manufacturing Series, and Manufacturing Day.
Through our partnerships, we are able to bring the horsepower of the best-in-breed experts to you. Imagine having access to the second-largest technology institute in the world, a corps of ex-Toyota executives trained under the best Lean practitioners in the world or world-renowned business strategy groups. MRC makes it possible.
For over 30 years, Manufacturers Resource Center (MRC) has helped small and mid-sized manufacturers become more competitive, adopt lean and agile processes, strategically grow their companies and invest more effectively in their existing human capital.

November 12, 2025
10:00 AM
Virtual via Zoom
In this complimentary webinar, you’ll learn how SBA 7(a) and 504 loans can finance growth, modernization, and acquisitions. Also discover strategies manufacturers use to expand, invest in automation, or plan succession through M&A. Gain insights from industry experts at WSFS Bank on navigating today’s lending landscape, preparing your business for financing success, and leveraging funding programs that drive long-term competitiveness and resilience.
Who Should Attend
Small business manufactures looking for capital to expand, equipment, working capital and merger and acquisitions.

Angel Rosario | SBA Relationship Manager II | WSFS Bank
Angel Rosario is a seasoned SBA lending specialist and business-acquisition strategist with over a decade of experience helping entrepreneurs secure financing for growth, transitions, and buy-outs. Known as the “SBA Jedi Master,” he blends deep knowledge of SBA 7(a) and 504 programs with a sharp focus on mergers and acquisitions across manufacturing, franchising, and other sectors. Angel thrives on connecting ambitious business owners with structured capital and actionable roadmaps that turn vision into value.
Loren L. Speziale | Deputy Managing Partner | Gross McGinley
Loren Speziale is renowned as a masterful problem-solver and trusted business partner to organizations across varied industries. A strategic business partner to her clients, Loren takes a collaborative approach to analyze business opportunities, address business risk, and close business and banking transactions. Loren’s laser-focused attention and genuine care sets her apart, as does her entrepreneurial spirit (evidenced by her co-ownership of Camp Bow Wow in Allentown). Loren’s leadership extends to board appointments with the Lehigh Valley Economic Development Corporation, Lehigh Valley Charter High School for the Arts, and Rodale Institute, reflecting her dedication to supporting business growth in the Lehigh Valley.
WSFS Bank’s Small Business Division is dedicated to empowering entrepreneurs and business owners with personalized banking, lending, and advisory solutions. With over 190 years of community banking experience, WSFS provides flexible financing options—including SBA 7(a) and 504 loans to help businesses start, grow, and expand. Our team partners closely with clients to deliver the expertise, speed, and service that small businesses deserve.
Gross McGinley, LLP has served the Lehigh Valley and beyond since 1976. The firm is renowned for its clients-first approach, centered around continuous improvement. Its reputable attorneys and legal professionals strive to stay on the cutting edge of new legal, legislative, and business developments. With offices in Lehigh, Northampton, Monroe, and Philadelphia counties, Gross McGinley, LLP has steadily grown into one of the most comprehensive law firms in Eastern Pennsylvania while remaining a consistent and reliable source of trusted counsel. Learn more about Gross McGinley, LLP at GrossMcGinley.com.
Questions? Contact Nicole Pierce at (484) 655-4873 or nicole.pierce@mrcpa.org