Podcast / January 2026

Western Lawman – Campfire Chat with TrustPoint AI

In this episode, Fortra Law Partner and Western Lawman Steven Ernest sits down with TrustPoint AI’s Head of Sales, Marie Wick, to explore how technology is reshaping fund control in private lending.

They break down how modern, data-driven workflows help replace manual processes, reduce risk, and bring clarity to every stage of a project. Whether you’re a lender, investor, or borrower, this conversation is packed with practical insights to avoid costly mistakes, improve visibility, and keep capital moving with confidence.

Participants

Steven Ernest

Partner, Litigation and Bankruptcy at Fortra Law

Marie Wick

Head of Sales at TrustPoint AI

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Key takeaways

Fund Control

Construction draws are where most problems start, making fund control the first line of defense for protecting capital and deal performance.

From Emails to Structure

Replacing emailed spreadsheets, PDFs, and zip files with structured workflows removes chaos and creates consistency lenders can rely on.

Early Risk Detection

When data is centralized and standardized, warning signs surface faster and issues can be addressed before they escalate.

Project Health Scoring

TrustPoint’s project health scoring transforms project activity into a clear signal of risk, giving lenders insights into portfolio health.

Scalable Operations

Modern fund control systems let teams manage higher loan volume without increasing staff or operational burden.

Compliance Readiness

Digital audit trails strengthen transparency, reduce exposure in legal or regulatory reviews.

Scale Portfolio with Confidence

Discover how TrustPoint can help you stay ahead with predictive portfolio analytics, streamlined draw operations, asset management, and win more clients
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